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SNDLC Short Takes
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National Park Sites Get Ready to Go Live: Several National Parks are ready to join SNDLC as educational partners
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Henry Doorly Zoo Visits Meridian Elementary: Do bats eat worms?
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Rolling Out the New Media Carts: Do you want to visit with Park Rangers or Zoo Keepers, but don’t have the time or the funds to take a field trip? Full Story...

Two-for-One Deal : The same technology agreement that brings you the new media cart is also your chance to get another IP phone!
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Dear Daisy... Questions & Practical Answers for Distance Learning Users
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Spotlight on an SNDLC Distance Learning Instructor: The first year of teaching via DL can be both challenging and exciting! Full Story...

Quips & Tips, Quotes
& Links: A Grab-Bag Collection of Distance Learning Goodies
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DISTANCE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES SOUND GREAT, BUT I HOW DO I USE THIS EQUIPMENT?!

Training sessions are not limited to the topics listed on this page, and short refresher courses can be arranged at any time over the system itself. Just let us know what you need, and we will design a session tailored to your situation!

	Getting Connected 30 minutes / Small Group Designed for users with little to absolutely no experience with distance learning, this session provides an overview of how the equipment works and how it can impact the classroom. If time is available, hands-on practice can be part of this session.
	Teaching a Class Via Distance Learning: Tips & Training for Getting Started Time Varies / Small Group or Individual This training session focuses on using the equipment in a distance room or on an extended distance learning cart. Hints and tips are provided for designing and organizing lessons, establishing rapport with students at remote sites, and managing testing and paperwork.
	Enrichment Activities via DL: Finding a Good Fit For Your Classroom 30 minutes / Small or Large Group This training session provides an overview of how distance learning technology can be used to provide enrichment activities for students. Suggestions for activities in various curriculum areas will be discussed, as well as practical considerations for setting up an enrichment activity.

If you would like to schedule a training session, please contact Natalie Brauer at 402-223-5722 or nbrauer@esu5.org.