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Arkansas Educational Television Network
KETS 2/Little RockKEMV 6/Mountain View
KETG 9/Arkadelphia
KAFT 13/Fayetteville
KTEJ 19/Jonesboro
KETZ 12/El Darado
November 20'06
ARKANSAS STUDIESEXPLORING ARKANSAShttp://www.aetn.org/exploringarkansas Elementary/Middle/High School Check out the companion Web site to this AETN television series. It's all the best of what Arkansas has to offer – from whitewater action, to cave exploration, mountain biking, hiking, hang-gliding, hot air ballooning, parasailing, rappelling, extreme water sports and skydiving with host Chuck Dovish. BROADCAST FOR SCHOOL USE Scholar Digital Channel Series Title: Exploring Arkansas Subject Area: Arkansas Studies Grade Level: 6-12 Number of Programs: 20 Run Time/Program: 30 Series Description: Follow Chuck Dovish as he explores all the beauty and excitement our great state has to offer. Check the broadcast schedule at http://www.ideas.aetn.org/scholar_channel. MOSAIC TEMPLARS CULTURAL CENTER WILL COME TO YOU! The Mosaic Templars Cultural Center is a museum of the Department of Arkansas Heritage www.mosaictemplarscenter.com To schedule: (501) 683-3592 The Mosaic Templars Cultural Center is Arkansas's first state-funded museum dedicated to telling the story of African Americans. While the Cultural Center is currently under construction, the education staff will visit classrooms and give in-class presentations about African American history, culture and community in Arkansas from 1870 to the present. The following educational programs are available to school and youth groups throughout the state. All programs are free of charge. Outreach Programs
ART AND MUSICPORTFOLIO DAY 2006Saturday, Nov. 18, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. AETN - 350 S. Donaghey, Conway, Ark. Located adjacent to the UCA Campus Portfolio Day gives high school students interested in pursuing an art-related post-secondary education the opportunity to meet with college representatives from throughout the region. Students should bring 10 to 15 pieces of their best work (photos or slides of larger two or three-dimensional or sculptural pieces) and be prepared to discuss their techniques, media choices and creative process. Students may visit with as many representatives as they choose to learn about the programs and available scholarships. Students are also invited to tour the AETN facilities and learn about the THEA Foundation and its scholarship opportunities. Participating Colleges and Universities confirmed as of 10/25/06: Arkansas State University - Jonesboro Arkansas Tech University - Russellville Harding University - Searcy Henderson State University - Arkadelphia Kansas City Art Institute - Kansas City, MO Lyon College - Batesville Memphis College of Art - Memphis, TN Thea Foundation - Little Rock University of Arkansas - Fort Smith University of Arkansas - Little Rock University of Central Arkansas - Conway Portfolio Day is made possible by a partnership with the Arkansas Art Educators, the Arkansas Department of Education and the Arkansas Educational Television Network LIVE FROM LINCOLN CENTER NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC http://www.pbs.org/lflc/upcoming.htm Sunday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m. Tune in for this Live From Lincoln Center “New York Philharmonic” performance to watch the New Year’s Eve Gala with Audra McDonald. Back to top EARLY CHILDHOODMAKE THE MOST OF VIDEO GAMEShttp://www.pbs.org/parents/childrenandmedia/videogames-rade.html Preschool/Elementary School As school gets underway, many grade schoolers devote more of their time to games – sports teams, playground activities, board games and video games. It's not only important to monitor the types of unplugged games your child plays, but also what your child is playing on video or computer screens. Explore our online guide to get tips on how to choose games that offer positive experiences for your child. CAILLOU ONLINE GAME: "FOLLOW THE STARS" http://www.pbskids.org/caillou/games/stars.html Preschool/Elementary School Develop concentration skills and hand-eye coordination by playing this interactive online game that asks the student to repeat a sequence of blinking stars. SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ BETWEEN THE LIONS ACTIVITY: "BE A POET" http://pbskids.org/lions/parentsteachers/activities/be-poet.html Preschool/Elementary School Write or dictate a poem that describes a special time, place, occasion or experience. Recite nursery rhymes and finger plays. SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ GRANTS, AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPSJAMES H. ATKINSON AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN THE TEACHING OF ARKANSAS HISTORYDeadline: March 1, 2007 Award: Certificate and $1,000 Any elementary or secondary teacher who teaches a course in Arkansas History is eligible for the James H. Atkinson Award for Excellence in the Teaching of Arkansas History. Entries must use the official entry form For a copy of the form, contact: Donna Ludlow Business Manager Arkansas Historical Association Department of History, Old Main 416 University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701 (479) 575-5884 E-mail: dludlow@uark.edu GRANTS TO SUPPORT EXCEPTIONAL AND INNOVATIVE WRITING TEACHERS http://www.collegeboard.com/counselors/teachers/costas_grants.html Deadline: Nov. 17, 2006. Middle/High School The Bob Costas Grants support exceptional teachers who through their innovative teaching methods motivate their students to write. Projects can be carried out in school, through an after-school writing workshop 0r during a summer program. SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ VERIZON GRANTS TO FUND EFFORTS TO IMPROVE BASIC LITERACY http://foundation.verizon.com/04008.shtml Maximum Award: $10,000 Eligibility: 501(c)3 organizations Deadline: Nov. 30, 2006 Verizon Foundation literacy grants are available to organizations committed to basic literary skills in the United States. Verizon has invested in a network of collaborative literacy partners, offering a wide variety of programs with a focus on e-learning. Verizon's leadership in technology and communications provides the distribution network. GRANTS TO CREATE AND IMPLEMENT FINE ARTS PROGRAMS http://www.neafoundation.org/programs/FineArts_Guidelines.htm Maximum Award: $2,000 Eligibility: members of the National Education Association teaching grades 6-12 working in a U.S. public secondary school serving economically disadvantaged students. Deadline: Dec. 15, 2006 National Education Association (NEA) Fine Arts grants are awarded to teachers, through local NEA affiliates, to enable them to create and implement fine arts programs that promote learning among students at risk of school failure. Programs must address the arts (painting, sculpture, photography, music, theater, dance, design, media, or folk arts). THE BIG READ PROGRAM http://www.neabigread.org/application_process.php Maximum Award: $10,000-$20,000 Eligibility: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or division of state, local, or tribal government that possesses a demonstrated capacity to plan and implement a well-planned, well-attended, community-wide event with a diverse range of programming. Deadline: Feb. 1, 2007 The Big Read Program, an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services, will engage libraries and other community and school partners across the country to encourage citizens to read for pleasure and enlightenment. The program is designed to revitalize the role of literature in American popular culture and bring the transformative power of literature into the lives of its citizens.. 2006 PARENT ASSISTED LEARNING GRANTS http://www.evansnewton.com/pal_grant/ Eligible Applicants: Public or Parochial School Districts Award: PAL Training Packets for Parents Deadline: Nov. 30, 2006 Each grant recipient will receive unlimited license for use of the Parent Assisted Learning (PAL) Packets® for up to 10 buildings in the district. This will include comprehensive sets of take-home activities for grades K-6 in Mathematics and Reading/Language Arts. Recipients will have rights to Spanish versions of the materials as well as English versions. SOURCE: ADE Commissioner’s Comunication Memos http://arkansased.org Back to top HEALTH, SAFETY AND FITNESSCONFLICT RESOLUTIONhttp://www.pbs.org/teachersource/health_fitness/middle-conflictresolution.html PBS TeacherSource provides a variety of conflict resolutions by grade level. Several resources address bullying and include It’s My Life “Building a Classroom Community and Bully-Free Zone.” This resource also includes “The Buffalo War” and takes a look at one issue from two perspectives. ARTHUR ACTIVITY: "TOOTH TRUTH" http://pbskids.org/arthur/parentsteachers/activities/acts/tooth_truth.html Preschool/Elementary School Investigate healthy dental habits and facts about baby and adult teeth. Make a tooth-shaped toothbrush holder out of clay. SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ HISTORY AND SOCIAL STUDIESBROADCAST FOR SCHOOL USEScholar Digital Channel Series Title: The World: A Television History Subject Area: History Grade Level: 6-12 Number of Programs: 26 Run Time/Program: 25 Series Description: A comprehensive history of earth from 10,000,000 B.C. through the present. Individual Programs: 1 program per day Broadcast Channel: Scholar Dates/Times: Oct. 31, 7 a.m. BROADCAST FOR SCHOOL USE Overnight BlockFeed Series Title: Beyond Our Boarders Subject Area: Social Studies Grade Level: 6-12 Number of Programs: 33 Run Time/Program:.30 Series Description: American students know notoriously little about world geography, but are more receptive when they experience living images of world cultures. These first 30 installments in an ongoing cultural geography series help students understand other people and cultures. Individual Programs: Three programs will run each day. Broadcast Channel: Early Morning BlockFeed Dates/Times: Nov. 17, 12:30-2 a.m. BROADCAST FOR SCHOOL USE Overnight BlockFeed Series Title: X-Power Subject Area: Math, Algebra Grade Level: 6-9 Number of Programs:10 Run Time/Program:15 Series Description: X-Power is an animated series designed to foster the development of algebraic thinking and support the NCTM Principles and Standards for School Mathematics. Individual Programs: Two programs will run daily Broadcast Channel: Early Morning BlockFeed Dates/Times: Nov. 9, 12 a.m. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC AWARENESS WEEK, NOV. 12-18 http://www.nationalgeographic.com/index.html Get standards-based lesson plans and activities, apply for teaching grants, take part in Geography Action!, and more. Thanks to Maggie Herrick, Social Studies Specialist, Curriculum, Assessment, and Research, Arkansas Department of Education LIBRARY, LITERATURE AND READINGVOTE FOR YOUR MASTERPIECE THEATRE FAVORITEShttp://www.pbs.org/masterpiece Vote for your favorites in the online survey. Your answers will help create an exciting new television special featuring great scenes and stars from your all-time favorite Masterpiece Theatre series. READING REVOLUTIONS WEB SITE http://hua.umf.maine.edu/Reading_Revolutions Middle/High School There are many revolutionary ideas presented in this collection, beginning with Confucious, but the focus on American culture highlights two seminal works: "What is an American?" by Crevecoeur, and "Democracy in America" by Alexis de Tocqueville. ‘ Learning activities for secondary school students are included from this site created by the University of Maine at Farmington. SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ GETTING STARTED: ACTIVITY IDEAS FOR LANGUAGE ARTS, SOCIAL STUDIES, MATH, SCIENCE AND HEALTH Studies show that media education is most effective when it includes:
Back to top MATH AND SCIENCEBROADCAST FOR SCHOOL USEOvernight BlockFeed Series Title: Bill Nye the Science Guy Subject Area: Science Grade Level: 4-9 Number of Programs: 30 Run Time/Program: 25 minutes Series Description: Bill Nye takes a hands-on approach to make learning science both entertaining and fun. Individual Programs: Three programs will run each day. Broadcast Channel: Early Morning BlockFeed Dates/Times: Nov. 3-16, 12:30-2 a.m. CURIOUS GEORGE "GROUPING AND GRAPHING: MATH INVESTIGATION" http://pbskids.org/curiousgeorge/parentsteachers/activities/pdf/CGDG_03_math.pdf Preschool/Elementary School Explore different ways to group and sort items according to one or more attributes. Graph information about the groups by first creating concrete graphs and then moving on to creating and interpreting symbolic graphs. SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ ZOOM ACTIVITY "PENCIL CHALLENGE" http://pbskids.org/zoom/printables/activities/pdfs/pencilchallenge.pdf Elementary School Solve the problem of creating three equal-sized triangles from only seven equal-sized pencils. (PDF). SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ BUILDING BIG LESSON: "MEETING IN THE MIDDLE" http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/buildingbig/educator/act_middle_ei.html Middle School Investigate how precise measurements and effective communication skills are needed when engineering and digging a tunnel. SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ POST-SECONDARY AND PRE-SERVICELEARNING.NOW: PBS' EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY BLOGWhat's Up With Google For Teachers? http://www.pbs.org/teachersource/learning.now/2006/10/whats_up_with_google_for_teach.html Elementary/Middle/High School Host Andy Carvin writes about Google for Educators, a new initiative to help educators make the most out of Google's products and services. SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ MEDIASHIFT: PBS' NEW MEDIA BLOG Facebook Still a Favorite . . . For Now http://www.pbs.org/mediashift/2006/10/your_take_roundupfacebook_stil.html Middle/High School MediaShift is a weblog that tracks how new media are changing society and culture. This week host Mark Glaser writes about Facebook. SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ Back to top PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTAETN CONDUCTS FIRST IDEAS PORTAL TRAININGAETN conducted the first IDEAS education portal training session for 50 participants at the AETN training facilities. The session included accessing the system, system options, using the portal for a portfolio and other items of interest. The training team responded to questions and provided hands-on access to the system. If your school, district or educational cooperative is interested in attending a training session, please contact education@aetn.org. BROADCAST FOR SCHOOL USE Scholar Digital Channel Series Title: Insights into Algebra Subject Area: Professional Development Grade Level:Teachers Number of Programs: 8 Run Time/Program: 1 hour Series Description: New ways and techniques for teaching algebra. Individual Programs: 1 program per day Broadcast Channel: Scholar Dates/Times: November 5-12, 5 p.m. BROADCAST FOR SCHOOL USE Scholar Digital Channel Series Title: Learning Math Subject Area: Professional Development Grade Level: Teachers Number of Programs: 12 in each series, 4 series total Run Time/Program: 30 minutes Series Description: Professional Development for several aspects of mathematics. Individual Programs: 2 programs per day
Dates/Times: Nov. 7-30, 5 p.m. 2007 REQUIRED DISTRICT TEST COORDINATOR TRAINING http://arkedu.state.ar.us/commemos/custview.cgi?filename=3155&sortby=date_createdx Training Schedule: http://arkedu.state.ar.us/commemos/attachments/DistTest_CoordSchedule.doc Any district failing to attend this required training in whole or in part will be monitored by ADE throughout the testing period. SOURCE: ADE Commissioner’s Comunication Memos http://arkansased.org IS MY SPACE YOUR SPACE AS WELL? http://www.pbs.org/teachersource/learning.now/2006/10/is_myspace_your_space_as_well.html Host Andy Carvin writes about how a growing number of educators are staking their own claim on MySpace - the online social network. HUMAN RIGHTS ISSUES http://www.unhchr.ch/html/menu2/hrissues.htm Middle/High School The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights based in Geneva, Switzerland, hosts a site about a variety of human rights issues including religious intolerance, indigenous populations, children's rights, torture and racism. SOURCE: PBS TeacherSource http://pbs.org/teachersource/preferences/ JUDGING A BOOK BY ITS COVER http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb/eresources/exhibitions/gilded Middle/High School The Rare Book and Manuscript Library at Columbia University hosts an online exhibit "Judging a Book by Its Cover: Gold-Stamped Publishers' Bindings of the 19th Century." The exhibit displays over a hundred book covers and spines with gold stamps of traditional designs, motifs and illustrations. Back to top |
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