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Professional Development Marketplace
Since our last e-News, six (6) providers have posted new opportunities in the CILC Professional Development Marketplace. Be sure to check them out!

Content Providers New to CILC
Vicki Cobb
Vicki Cobb is the author of more than 90 popular, award-winning science books for young people, including Science Experiments You Can Eat. With degrees from Barnard College and from Columbia Teachers College, Vicki Cobb enjoyed an early career as a science teacher. She now devotes all her time to writing and to speaking to teachers, children, and librarians all over the country.  Her first two programs are:

  • Science that's Fun to Read and Teach: Vicki Cobb empowers teachers by giving them a basic understanding of how science works through an overview of her many books, which speak directly to children.
  • The "We Dare You!" Video Project Vicki Cobb is creating an unprecedented multi-media approach to kids’ science education in which you and your students can participate.

George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate
Mount Vernon was the beloved home of George and Martha Washington from the time of their marriage in 1759 until General Washington's death in 1799. It is now the most popular historic estate in America. e Mount Vernon Education Dept. strives to educate about George Washington through student programs, professional development, and teaching materials.  Explore their first program:

  • Washington's World: Slave Life - Free to 1st Request! The First Person Interpreters of Mount Vernon Estate provide multiple perspectives on George Washington through the eyes of his family, friends, fellow revolutionaries, slaves and business associates. Meet real people telling real stories of George Washington..

Did You Know?
A. You Can Join the K-12IVC Listserve
Here you can post an event or a request related to videoconferencing as well as see what others have posted.

B. CILC offers FREE webinars? Visit our website to see what is coming up next!
Your Premium Service Plan enables you to view the archives of our previous webinars, including “Collaboration 101” and “RUS Grants: What Are They and How to be a Successful Applicant.” Contact Dawn Colavita for more information.

C. The KC3 ~ Kids Creating Community Content Contest is seeking audience sites
for final student presentations in January and February 2009. Below are the program descriptions with dates and times they will be offered.

We will be scheduling one class for each session and are looking for audience sites who are willing to be active listeners and engage the student presenters in the Q&A session at the conclusion. Your school must have working videoconferencing equipment and complete an equipment test before scheduling.

If you are interested please email your first and second preference to Bev Mattocks, by January 14th and include your:

  • Teacher Name
  • Class or Subject area
  • School
  • School Address
  • Contact phone & best time to call

For High School Audiences

  • Alternative Energy Seminar: Fit for the Dakotas
    South Dakotans have vast resources at their fingertips when it comes to alternative forms of energy. The technology is available but the knowledge of how it all works still mystifies many consumers. Join these high school students as they share their findings. Perhaps you can think of ways your community can use alternative energy forms. Date and time TBA

  • New Jersey Architecture
    Program Topic: New Jersey is often overlooked in the historical context of our nation. Students will educate us about the historic lighthouses, homes and buildings in the area. What types of architecture or buildings are unique to your community?
    January 29 or Feb 5, 2009 8:30 - 9:30 (EST)

  • Is There Life in a Town with No Stoplights?
    Many think that life in a small town is uneventful, but globalization has changed all of hat! We will follow how technology has changed the format of education in suburban America, by establishing international links unheard of just 5 years ago. We will interview students to see how global learning has increased student awareness and action, while providing personal relationships across the world.
    Date and time TBA

  • Revolutionary War Landmarks in Monmouth County, NJ - Grades 9-10
    Area landmarks, famous battle sites, architecture and attributes of culture have developed Monmouth County, NJ into a unique place to live. Join us as we explore these significant landmarks and points of interest in our community.
    January 29 or Feb 5, 2009 8:30 - 9:30 (EST)

For Middle School Audiences

  • We're Going Green! Shouldn't Your School Go Green Too? - Grades 6-8
    This is a project describing the steps that the GT class has taken to "Green" our school. This project extends into the community so they can be aware and help "Green" not only our school but also our town. The students demonstrate easy steps that can be used globally and can help protect our Earth. Program Summary: "We're going Green" is created so that other students across the world are informed on how they can help "Green" their schools. From tracking the teacher's use of electricity, recycling in the cafeteria, and picking up trash around campus there are many ways you can help your school become Earth friendly.
    February, 3, 2009 2:30 - 3:30 (CST)

  • Wind Energy - Grades 4-8
    Wind energy is growing in popularity in the United States. In West Texas, wind farms are being built by the hundreds. Our presentation shows the importance of wind energy and its effect on our small town's economy. Students will investigate pros and cons of wind energy and the wind farms in our area.
    January 26, 2009 1:45 - 2:30 (CST)

  • Exploring the Falls of the Ohio - Grades 5-8
    Hundreds of thousands of years ago Southern Indiana was covered with coral reefs and salt water. Follow us on our journey through the Falls of the Ohio to explore how over the many, many years things have changed so dramatically. Come visit us in Indiana to see the largest exposed reef of the Devonian Age.
    January 29, 2009 10:00 -11:00 (EST)

  • Let's Save Hawaii's Oceans Today! - Grades 6-8
    In this videoconference we'll cover the problems with Hawaii's oceans and how we can take care of the problems such as over fishing, pollution, harming the coral
    reefs and how important the ocean is to Hawaii. If we don't act now, our oceans will slowly start to erode our beaches.
    February 4, 2009 - after 12:30 (EST)

  • Save Them Today Or There's No Tomorrow - Grades 6-8
    What species are endangered in Hawaii? Why? What is causing them? And what is being done to help them? We will inform the audience on why they're going extinct and if we don't start helping them today then they won't be here in the future.
    February 3, 2009 - after 12:30 (EST)

  • The Wonders of Hanauma Bay - Grades 6-8
    In our videoconference we will show you the true essence of Hawaii. When we think of Hawaii, we think of the beaches. One of the most attractive sites is Hanauma Bay. We will show what is so important about Hanauma Bay, how the tourist impacts Hawaii, and what is being done to help keep Hanauma Bay a natural and beautiful wonder.
    February 9, 2009 - after 12:30 (EST)

  • Saving our Resources and Renewing our Earth!!! - Grades 6-8
    Our Tropical Paradise is being destroyed thanks to us humans. We're leaving the world nearly uninhabitable for us and other generations. Don't you want to help
    our planet? Our video conference will tell you what we in Hawaii are doing to help our environment and what researchers are doing too!
    February 10 - after 12:30 (EST)

  • Oil and Gas: The Backbone of the World - Grades 6-9
    We will be sharing about where oil and gas are found in Alberta, the difficulties of jobs in the oil field, how we use oil as well as the origin of oil and gas.
    January 22, 2009 1:15-2:00(MST)

  • Small Town Livestock - Grades 6-9
    We will cover the following topics in the livestock economy of our area: breeds and colors, calving, selling, transporting, medication, maintenance, cost, habitat, and after-market. Livestock is important in our area and that is what we're covering.
    January 20 or January 27, 2009/8:45-9:45 (MST) or 1:15-2:15(MST)

  • Alberta's Agriculture - Grades 6-9
    We will talk about agriculture in our area of Alberta. We will teach about the types of crops, economy, equipment used, what the crops are used for and much more.
    Program Summary: The students will learn about the different types of grain crops that are grown on the prairies in the Veteran, Alberta area.
    January 20 or January 27, 2009/8:45-9:30 (MST) or 1:15-2:00(MST)

  • Wonderful Pittsburgh - Grades 4- 8
    We will highlight important facts about Pittsburgh. Facts include Heniz,Carnegie Mellon, Pittsburgheze and much more. Program Summary:
    Learn about Pittsburgh through a power point and trivia game.
    Date and Time TBA

  • Life In Pittsburgh - Grades 4-8
    In this project we will tell you about the many attractions, important history, the 3 rivers and the many bridges of Pittsburgh. We are using a jeopardy game format.
    Program Summary: Play Jeopardy Pittsburgh to learn the many fascinating things about our city. Categories include attractions, history, geography and sports.
    Date and Time TBA

  • Pittsburgh: Then and Now - Grades 5-8
    Program includes historical people, culture and geography up to today's society. This includes everything from the steel mills to local food to "Pittsburghese". We
    are using a power point, computer game in the format (Are You Smarter than a Pittsburgher?" and video clips as well as a interactive discussion. Program Summary: Learn about Pittsburgh through a game "Are You Smarter than a Pittsburgher?" Travel with us in an interactive power point as we show you where we live, work and play.
    Date and Time TBA
  • Life In Da Burgh - Grades 4-8
    Pittsburgh Community and entertainment and attractions will be highlighted. Learn about bridges, steelers, Three Rivers, Pirates, fireworks and the climate and land forms. Students will use a power point to inform the learners about the city. Students will use costumes and props. Program Summary: Learn about Pittsburgh and "Pittsburghees". Find out what makes Pittsburgh the place to live. The bridges, sports teams and the landforms are just some of the info you will learn.
    Date and Time TBA

  • Pittsburgh 101 - Grades 5-8
    Power point, video and song(jingle) to teach them about the city of Pittsburgh. Program Summary: Students will learn about Primanti's Bros., Carnegie Library-Museum, Phipps Conservency, Famous Pgh. sports heroes and the "T."
    Date and Time TBA
  • US Mint - Grades 5-6
    Take a virtual tour of the US Mint and find out what goes on there. Students will play a board game covering facts about the Mint.
    February 11, 2009 Note 4 program times available: 9:15-10:00, 10:00-10:45, 10:45 - 11:30, or 11:30-12:15

  • The Three Branches of the Government - Grades 6-8
    What goes on in the "White Buildings": The Capital Building, The Supreme Court Building, and The White House. We'll explore the history and purpose of each building.
    February 11, 2009 Note 4 program times available: 9:15-10:00, 10:00-10:45, 10:45-11:30, or 11:30-12:15

  • Security Agencies in Washington DC - Grades 6-8
    Want to know more about the National Security Agency, the Central Intelligence Agency, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation? We'll be sharing how these security agencies affect life in DC and what they do. February 11, 2009
    Note 4 program times available: 9:15-10:00, 10:00-10:45, 10:45- 1:30, or 11:30-12:15

For Elementary Audiences

  • Presidential Memorials – Grades 1-3
    Who were the presidents and what was their legacy? Find out more as you take a virtual tour of the presidential monuments and play a game titled “Wheel of Presidential Fortune”
    February 11, 2009 - 9:15-10:00(EST)

  • Cattledrives: History of the Ft Worth Stockyards – Grades 2-5
    The history of the Ft Worth Stockyards as cattle were driven down the Chisholm Trail will be the focus of this program. Over four million cattle were trailed through this area known as "Cowtown" between 1866 and 1890. There will be actual footage of a live cattledrive that still takes place daily at the historic Stockyards.
    January 27, 2009 / 9:30-10:30 (CST)

  • The Texas Cowboy Reunion: A Tribute To The American Cowboy – Grades 2-4
    Stamford, Texas is home of The Texas Cowboy Reunion (TCR) Rodeo, the largest amateur rodeo in the world. Every July, Stamford's population will almost double as people from all over the country come to watch cowboys compete in rodeo events that demonstate necessary skills of past and present working cowboys. What influence has the cowboy had on history, music, art, and poetry. Share the determination, spirit, and hard work that settled the West.
    Date and Time TBA

  • Cattle Drives to Rodeos: 8 Months Turned into 8 Seconds – Grades 3-5
    A look into cattle drives & railroads of the past with herding cattle and loading them in trailers and trucks. Rodeo started as a job skill and evolved into entertainment and sporting event. Certain rodeo events began from life on the ranch such as steer roping, team roping, and bronc riding. Others were added such as bullriding and bullfighting. Mr. Rob Smets, 5 time world champion bullfighter will be on hand to do an interview and also for question and answer session. Program Summary: Our program will focus on the Now and Then aspect of cattle drives and how they evolved into the rodeo. The presenters will discuss the origin of the word rodeo and how it means to "round up" cattle.
    January 28, 2009 / 10:00-11:00 (CST)
  • Horse Whispering - Grades 2 - 5
    Learn about the difference in breaking a horse and training a horse using the wholistic method while maintaining their character and leaving their spirit in tact yet being responsive to your leadership. Students will explain the various horse whipspering methods or gentle methods of breaking horses vs. using the harsh methods. It has to do with leadership, gaining respect,trust, and even praise.
    Date and Time TBA

  • Ranch and Rodeo - Grades 3-8
    This is a program about life on a ranch, parts of a ranch, and all aspects of ranch life such as the different types of cattle or animals that you would find. The program is also about rodeos, the kind of events in a rodeo, the people that are in rodeos, the animals that are involved in the rodeo, and how rodeos stemmed from the ranch. Come ride high in the saddle with the Breckenridge T.A.G. Team with their virtual field trip about "Ranch and Rodeo." Come find out what it takes to be a "real" cowboy. Come saddle up your ponies and get ready for the ride of your life learning about "Ranch and Rodeo."
    February 5, 2009 / 1:00-2:00 (CST)

  • Wind Energy – Grades 4-8
    Wind energy is growing in popularity in the United States. In West Texas, wind farms are being built by the hundreds. Our presentation shows the importance of wind energy and its effect on our small town's economy. Students will investigate pros and cons of wind energy and the wind farms in our area.
    January 26, 2009 1:45-2:30 (CST)

  • Wonderful Pittsburgh - Grades 4-8
    Students will highlight important facts about Pittsburgh. such as Heniz, Carnegie Mellon, Pittsburgheze and much more. Learn about Pittsburgh through a power point and trivia game.
    Date and Time TBA

  • We're Going Green! Shouldn't Your School Go Green Too? – Grades 3-5
    This is a project describing the steps that the GT class has taken to "Green" our school. This project extends into the community so they can be aware and help "Green" not only our school but also our town. The students demonstrate easy steps that can be used globally and can help protect our Earth. Program Summary: "We're going Green" is created so that other students across the world are informed on how they can help "Green" their schools. From tracking the teacher's use of electricity, recycling in the cafeteria, and picking up trash around campus there are many ways you can help your school become Earth friendly. February, 3, 2009 / 2:30-3:30 (CST)

  • Life In Pittsburgh - Grades 4-8
    In this project we will tell you about the many attractions, important history, the 3 rivers and the many bridges of Pittsburgh. We are using a jeopardy game format.
    Date and Time TBA

  • Pittsburgh: Then and Now - Grades 5-8
    Program includes historical people, culture and geography up to today's society. This includes everything from the steel mills to local food to "Pittsburghese". We are using a power point, computer game in the format and video clips as well as a interactive discussion. Learn about Pittsburgh through a game "Are You Smarter than a Pittsburgher?". Travel with us in an interactive power point as we show you where we live, work and play.
    Date and Time TBA

  • Pittsburgh 101 - Grades 5-8
    Power point, video and song (jingle) to teach them about the city of Pittsburgh. Students will learn about Primanti's Bros., Carnegie Library-Museum, Phipps Conservency, Famous Pgh. sports heros and the "T".
    Date and Time TBA

  • Life In Da Burgh - Grades 4-8
    Pittsburgh Community and entertainment and attractions will be highlighted. Learn about bridges, steelers, Three Rivers, Pirates, fireworks and the climate and land forms. Students will use a power point to inform the learners about the city. Students will use costumes and props. Learn about Pittsburgh and "Pittsburghees". Find out what makes Pittsburgh the place to live. The bridges, sports teams and the landforms are just some of the info you will learn.
    Date and Time TBA

  • US Mint - Grades 5-6
    Take a virtual tour of the US Mint and find out what goes on there. Students will play a board game covering facts about the Mint.
    February 11, 2009 / 10:00-10:45 (EST)

 

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