Coming to America!

Length

Please allow 50-60 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) 3, 4, 5, 6

Minimum participants:

3

Maximum participants:

30-35

Primary Disciplines

Best Practice, Gifted & Talented, Problem Solving, Reading, Social Studies/History, Standards, Technology/Information Science, Writing

Program Delivery Mode

Videoconference - H.323 (Polycom, Cisco/Tandberg, LifeSize, etc...)

Booking Information

Sorry, this program is not currently available. To inquire about future availability, please contact Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center

For more information contact CILC at (507) 388-3672

Provider's Cancellation Policy

Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center
Distance Learning Connection and Cancellation Policy 2012-2013


The Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center (MVESC) understands the occasional need to reschedule programs due to changing schedules, inclement weather, or technical difficulties; however, MVESC commits resources to a program the moment a reservation is received and presenters are scheduled. Presenters must be paid for their preparation, time, and travel. Please note the Distance Learning Cancellation Policy below:
1. The school will:
• Have an audience for the time and date the district scheduled the session and coordinate with teachers, technicians, coordinators, treasurers, and other parties prior to submitting the request;
• MVESC asks that anyone making a reservation please check school calendars for holidays, professional development days, and testing dates to avoid potential conflicts.
2. Failure of a school to have the audience available for the scheduled session will result in a $30 charge for the session. Scheduled events must be cancelled at least 24 hours in advance of the session to avoid the $30 cancellation fee. This fee is nonreturnable and may not be applied toward a future session.
3. MVESC strongly recommends performing a test connection at least two days prior to the event. The school has the right to cancel any program the day of the test if a successful connection cannot be made. In such a case, MVESC will not charge the $30 cancellation fee. If technical reasons prevent a successful connection on the day of the session, the $30 fee also will be waived. The $30 fee applies to all MVESC sponsored programming.
4. If you should not establish a connection, you MUST contact the MVESC by phone at the time of the connection (740-452-4518 x1133, or x1171) to notify the instructor. The MVESC will not waive the $30 fee if we are not notified that there is a connection issue.
5. If the connection you have registered for has materials that are sent by mail, you must supply the MVESC with the mailing address of the classroom that will receive the instruction. Failure to supply the MVESC with the proper address will result in additional fees for materials and postage. (The school will be charged for each kit sent by mail and the associated extra postage).
6. Taping of sessions is prohibited.
7. There is a 30 student maximum on all MVESC connections.
It is the goal of the MVESC Distance Learning Program to maintain high quality student interaction with the presenters. Limiting the number of students per session will ensure successful connections.
a. All sessions will be charged an $85.00 instructional fee.
b. For sites that go over the student maximum, an additional $25.00 (overage fee) will be applied.
c. This fee will be applied on your invoice at the end of the month.
d. For extra students added to a connection, an additional $25.00 fee will apply. (e.g. 31- 60 students—Site charged $85.00 instructional fee plus $25 overage fee; 61-90 students--Site charged $85.00 instructional fee plus $50.00 overage fee.)
8. All MVESC distance learning programs will only be scheduled upon receipt of a signed purchase order. These may be mailed or faxed to Leslie Charles at MVESC (740-455-6702). If you regularly schedule programs with MVESC, please provide a number for us to reference when invoicing for sessions completed. Invoices will be sent at the end of each month, and payment is required in U.S. dollars within 30 days of receipt.
We want this connection to be an enjoyable and valuable experience for both you and your students. We appreciate your feedback! Please don’t hesitate to contact us with questions, positive comments, or constructive criticism. We look forward to working with your classrooms in the future!

About This Provider

 

Muskingum Valley Educational Service Center

Zanesville, OH
United States

Student Connections
The MVESC offers numerous interactive student lessons. Student engagement is key! MVESC programming takes advantage of video streaming, live experimentation, electronic microscopes, and chromakey green screen technology to bring the learning experience alive for students. It is our mission to provide information, resources, and content to students through interactive video that would otherwise be inaccessible do to the limitations of time, money, and distance.

Professional Development
The MVESC Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment Department, including gifted services, is organized to support school districts in the areas of curriculum, instruction, assessment, professional development and educational resources. Please visit our professional development link for a complete current listing of the professional development video conference offerings that we provide throughout the year.

Program Details

Format

Here are a few of the many topics that will be covered in this program:
1.Historical timelines and important historical facts
2.Geography
3.Founding of Jamestown
a.Problems
b.Government begins
4.Founding of Plymouth Colony
a.Life at the Plymouth Colony
b.The Mayflower Compact
5.The beginning of democracy in America
6.Similarities and differences in the colonies

Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
1. Identify why Jamestown and Plymouth Colonies were founded.
2. Outline the hardships endured by both colonies, and the steps taken to move towards prosperity
3. Evaluate and discuss the similarities and differences between the two colonies.

Standards Alignment

National Standards

Technology-Grades K-12
NT.K-12.1 Basic Operations and Concepts
•Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.
•Students are proficient in the use of technology.
NT.K-12.2 Social, Ethical and Human Issues
•Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software.
•Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.
NT.K-12.4 Technology Communication Tools
•Students use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences.
•Students use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.

State Standards

Ohio Educational Standards and Grade level Indicators:

Grade 3:
History Standard
2. Place local historical events in sequential order on a time line.
3. Describe changes in the community over time
Geography Standard
2. Use a compass rose and cardinal directions to describe the relative location of places.
Government Standard
1. Explain the major functions of local government including
a. promoting order and security
b. making laws
c. settling disputes
d. providing public services
e. protecting the rights of individuals
Social Studies Skills and Methods Standard
3. Identify possible cause and effect relationships.
6. Use a problem-solving/decision-making process which includes
a. identifying a problem
b. gathering information
c. listing and considering options
d. considering advantages and disadvantages of options
e. choosing and implementing a solution
Grade 4
Geography Standard
2. Use cardinal and intermediate directions to describe the relative location of places.
Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities Standard
2. Explain why personal responsibilities (e.g., taking advantage of the opportunity to be educated) and civic responsibilities (e.g., obeying the law and respecting the rights of others) are important.
3. Explain the importance of leadership and public service.
4. Explain why characteristics such as respect for the rights of others, fairness, reliability, honesty, wisdom and courage are desirable qualities in the people citizens select as their leaders.
Social Studies Skills and Methods Standard
5. Identify main ideas and supporting details from factual information.
10. Use a problem-solving/decision-making process which includes
a. identifying a problem
b. gathering information
c. listing and considering options
d. considering advantages and disadvantages of options
e. choosing and implementing a solution
f. developing criteria for judging its effectiveness
Grade 5:
History Standard
3. Explain why European countries explored and colonized North America.
People in Societies Standard
1. Compare the cultural practices and products of diverse groups in North America including:
b. religion
d. food
e. clothing
f. shelter
4. Describe the waves of immigration to North America and the areas from which people came in each wave.
5. Compare reasons for immigration to North America with the reality immigrants experienced upon arrival.
Geography Standard
8. Explain how the characteristics of different physical environments affect human activities in North America.
10. Use or construct maps of colonization and exploration to explain European influence in North America.
Social Studies Skills and Methods Standard
9. Use a problem-solving/decision-making process which includes
a. identifying a problem
b. gathering information
c. listing and considering options
d. considering advantages and disadvantages of options
e. choosing and implementing a solution
f. developing criteria for judging its effectiveness
g. evaluating the effectiveness of the solution