Educational Video Conferencing |
Updated: Jan. 10, 2012 |
We realize that not all teachers and schoolchildren can travel to our sites, so we offer what we feel is "The Next Best Thing To Being There"! Any school that is equipped for videoconferencing can enjoy educational programs from the comfort and convenience of their school.
However, what we really hope is that our educational video conferences inspire schoolchildren to travel to our sites with their teachers or parents where they can enjoy our sites firsthand.
EDVC Poster (1 page | 564 kb)
EDVC Promo Video(2:30 min. | 9.5 mb)
What Equipment Do I Need? And how do I connect?
Any site that is equipped for H323 Video Conferencing will be able to access the educational Video Conferencing provided by Alberta Parks.
For additional information check out the VC Alberta website, one of the best sources of information on Video Conferencing.
Topic Descriptions
The following brief descriptions describe the exciting new Educational Video Conferences we are proud to offer:
The Wonder of Birds
Grades 1 & 2 Science
Come soar with us at the Boreal Centre for Bird Conservation while we explore the life of birds. Learn how these amazing creatures survive and thrive in a variety of habitats and how amazing adaptations allow birds to fly, feed and create their homes. This hour-long video conference presentation takes your class on an intimate exploration of the wonder of birds.
To book call: 403-893-3777 ext 210
or Email: Chris.Dodds@gov.ab.ca
The Dinosaur Provincial Park Virtual Excursion
Grade 3 Science and Grade 4 Social Studies
Immersive Media ™ Video PreviewsTake a trip deep into dinosaur country on this video-conference-based excursion into Dinosaur Provincial Park. As you are guided through the rugged landscape of the badlands you will discover the fossil remains of dinosaurs and other ancient organisms learn how the badlands were formed, encounter some of wildlife that make the park their home, and be struck with awe at the incredible beauty of this alien landscape. Interactive video includes a breath-taking fly-over of the park and an interview with a real paleontologist.
To book call: 403-378-4344.
or Email: Fred.Hammer@gov.ab.ca
As part of the Dinosaur Provincial Park Virtual Excursion educational videoconference, Alberta Parks is pleased to offer a new way of experiencing Dinosaur Provincial ParkUsing cutting-edge technology pioneered here in Alberta by Immersive Mediaâ„¢, you become the pilot of your own helicopter.To give you some idea of what it is like, we have posted a couple of previews of this program, just click on the following links.
Dinosaur PP Video 1 Dinosaur PP Video 2 Once you are viewing the demo, to control the camera left-click and move your mouse pointer within the frame. Pan up or down and left or right to enjoy spectacular 360 degree views of the park!
The Áísínai´pi Rock Art Tour
Grades 4 & 5 Social Studies
Wetlands for LifeThis program is temporarily unavailable
during the winter of 2011/2012.Come face-to-face with Alberta's First Nations History. Experience the dramatic cultural landscape of Áísínai´pi - Writing-on-Stone, where a legacy of rock art - petrogylphs and pictographs, created over time - blends the history, stories and dreams of the Blackfoot people. This is a place of past and present, a place where Blackfoot people still come today to pray and hold ceremonies, a place where they share aspects of their culture with visitors of all ages through interpretation of the Rock Art.
This program is available for booking from November 1st, 2011, through March 31st, 2012, and the fee is $100 per one-hour session.
This program is temporarily unavailable
during the winter of 2011/2012.The regular program fee is $100 per one-hour session.
For more information, or to book call: 403-647-2364 Extension 229. Within Alberta, you may reach us toll-free by dialling 310-0000 first.
or Email: WritingOnStone@gov.ab.ca
**Please note: should you be teaching a grade other than 4 or 5, or should you be a youth group leader, we can tailor this program to meet your needs.
Grade 5 Science
NEW! It's Not Easy Being GreenWetlands play a vital role in the health of Alberta's ecosystems, they host a variety of animals, as well as providing benefits, such as clean water for us as well. Hay-Zama Lakes Wildland Park is an internationally recognized wetland and is critical habitat for migrating birds, muskrats and a host of other creatures. Join us as we discover how wetlands not only affect the quality of life of these animals but ours as well.
To book call: 403-893-3777 ext 210
or Email: Chris.Dodds@gov.ab.ca
Grade 5 Wetland Ecosystems
Will your students know what to do if they see a Northern Leopard Frog? Join environmental educator, Heidi Eijgel, via video conference, as she tells the story of the northern leopard frog's reintroduction to a wetland in Beauvais Lake Provincial Park. It is a story of rare species, fragile ecosystems and dedicated staff and volunteers. It is also a story of amazing success, but one in precarious balance. The survival of a rare species in one of Alberta's parks is dependant on many factors - discover them by taking part in this EDVC which will prepare students and volunteer parents for the wetland ecosystem field study at Beauvais Lake Provincial Park.
This one hour Educational Distance Video Conference (EDVC), is offered free through the Pincher Creek and District Municipal Library and the R.I.S.E. network in partnership with Alberta Parks Division.
To book call Heidi Eijgel: 403-627-1152.
Or email: heidi.eijgel@gov.ab.ca
PDF: It's Not Easy Being Green
Cypress Forest Explorers
Grade 6 Science
Uncover the mysteries in the forest where the pines meet the prairie sky! As we connect to learn the role and general characteristics of the Cypress Hills forests, we will also discover evidence of wildlife and the research and investigative methods used to learn more about cougars and other creatures that live within this protected area.
To book call: 403-893-3777 ext 210
or Email:Chris.Dodds@gov.ab.ca
Ghost in the Wilderness (Coming Soon - Fall 2010)
For more information call: 403-893-3777 ext. 210
or Email: Chris.Dodds@gov.ab.ca
Fees
Fee of $100 per one hour session for one class.
Stay Tuned
As new information is available it will be posted to this part of our website, so check back to find out what is new with Alberta Parks Educational Video Conferencing!
