DISTANCE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
(requires IP to IP video capability)
Through live, interactive videoconferencing, your students can participate in conversations with museum educators that are two-way and fully interactive. Current programs are designed for grades K-12 and meet WV content standards. Curriculum guides, including extension activities, are supplied with each lesson. Download the Project Information Sheet and fax back to 304-561-3598 Attn: Caitlin Yahr.
Special thanks to: Stuffee's Kitchen
Grades K-5
Stuffee, the Clay Center ’s health science mascot, is a great way to teach students about the human body and nutrition. Our Stuffee distance learning program consists of two parts – a Stuffee’s Kitchen show with interactive question and answer session and an on-site activity in which students create their own “Insides on the Outside” apron with the organs of the digestive system.
Mission Mullens
Grades 6-8
Mission Mullens is a computer generated study and simulation that appeals to students because of the real world connection. Many of your students will have experienced flooding and the mission will help them understand how floods affect the Earth. Students will form ERTs (Emergency Response Teams) and will prepare reports that will help the people of Mullens. This activity is a great way to practice data collection and technical writing.
NRAO Uplink with Green Bank
Grades 9-12 (Wednesdays only)
Discover an all-new learning experience as your students are transported virtually to the control room at the National Radio Astronomy Observatory at Green Bank. Students will visit the Clay Center’s ElectricSky™ Theater and enjoy a brief show about NRAO and then chat live with a scientist at Green Bank as they discuss current work being done at the facility.
Special Opportunity: TOPS Physics
Grades 9-12 (Mondays and Tuesdays)
Teachers, are your students getting restless in class? Why not try an all-new program from the Clay Center? In this distance learning event, your students will discover the physics of motion using everyday objects. They will even engage in some friendly classroom competition. The best part? For a limited time, it’s free! Call and schedule your class today!
Distance Learning from Ancient Nubia!
Explore without leaving your classroom with our all new video conference programs featuring art, history, math, and more! Perfect for schools that can’t make it to the Clay Center for the exhibit or as a pre- or post-visit learning experience!
Basket Weaving: (Grades 6-12) Students will explore the art, history and science behind one of Nubia’s lasting traditions. Students will learn the practices involved in basketry and attempt to construct their own basket.
Clay Flowers: (K-5) Many gold adornments were found in the excavation of ancient Nubia. Students will examine floral elements found and construct similar designs out of clay.
Senet: (Grades 3-8) Math and history come alive when students unlock the secrets to the ancient game of Senet. The concept of probability among other math terms will be explored while students construct and play a game of Senet.
Project Nubia: (Grades 4-8) This exciting problem-based learning opportunity will allow students to investigate the field of archeology. Students will use map skills, graphing skills, critical reading, and critical thinking skills to solve the question: What are shawabtis and what were they used for?
Sponsored by: Jackson Kelly & Capitol Conference Center
Coming Soon:
Fun-damentals of Chemistry- Grades 6-8
Eye-catching Optics- Grades 9-12
We will work with your budget!
Line fees may be applicable.
Email: distancelearning@theclaycenter.org
Phone: 304-561-3567