LOUISVILLE SCIENCE CENTER
 
 
 
CONTACT: School Services Coordinator
(502) 560-7146 or (800) 591-2203, ext. 6143
or send an e-mail to kelly.raines@loukymetro.org.
You mail also visit our website at www.LouisvilleScience.org
PROGRAM:

Chemistry Roots - Grades 2-12 (Chemistry)
From soap making to distillation, fried chicken to coal, explore Kentucky's rich heritage through hands-on chemistry. KY Core Content: SC-E-1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.1.3, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3; SC-M-1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.3.2; SC-H-1.2.1. 1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.2.4, 1.2.5, 1.2.6, 1.3.1, 1.3.2.

The Force Is Right - Grades 2-12 (Physics)
Using hands-on models, students will learn about the physics of building bridges, skyscrapers, houses and sculptures. KY Core Content: SC-E-1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.2.1, 1.2.3; SC-M-1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.2.2, 1.2.3; SC-H-1.2.4, 1.4.1, 1.4.2.

StarStation One™: Living and Working In Space (Space Science)
Grades 2-12
What are the mental and physical challenges of being in space? Learn about the International Space Station while training to be an astronaut! KY Core Content: SC-E-2.2.2, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, 3.3.2, 3.3.3; SC-M-2.2.2, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, 3.2.3.

Wave Watch - Grades 2-12 (Physics of Waves)
Discover the waves around you - light waves, sound waves, water waves, infrared waves and electromagnetic waves - as we explore the science and properties of each and their roles in our daily lives. KY Core Content: SC-E-1.2.4, 1.3.1, 1.3.2, 1.3.3; SC-M-1.2.3, 1.3.1, 1.3.2, 1.3.3, 1.3.4; SC-H-1.4.4, 1.6.1, 1.6.2.

Physics Rules - Grades 2-12 (Physics)
Discover how Newton's three laws of motion plus friction, centripetal force and reaction time have shaped the traffic laws on our roads. KY Core Content: SC-E-1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.3.1; SC-M-1.2.1, 1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.3.1; SC-H-1.4.1, 1.4.2, 1.5.1, 1.5.2
Health Science

Work It Out! (Practical Living)
Grades 4-12
Explore personal cardiovascular health and physical activity levels. Create your own activity to take home or do it in the classroom! KY Core Content: PL-E-1.3.1, 1.3.3, 1.3.4, 1.5.1, 1.5.2, 1.5.3, 1.5.4, 2.2.1, 2.2.3; PL-M-1.3.1, 1.3.3, 1.3.4, 1.4.3, 1.5.1, 1.5.2, 1.5.3, 1.5.4, 2.2.1, 2.2.3.

Transmission Tracker (Practical Living)
Grades 4-12
Investigate how epidemics are spread and learn to protect yourself. KY Core Content: PL-E-1.3.1, 1.3.2, 1.3.3, 1.3.4; PL-M-1.3.2, 1.3.4, 1.8.1. PL-H-1.3.2.

Professional Development TeleLinks
This program gives examples of how hands-on lessons can be successfully facilitated through videoconferencing. The discussion is designed to help teachers understand what to expect from Distance Learning programs and the specifics of how the Louisville Science Center utilizes this technology to encourage student discovery in core content areas.

Meet the Experts: (Interactive Dialogue)
Exploring Careers in Chemistry
10/29/04 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM EST Interactive Dialogue
Research!Louisville is an annual event designed to increase the public awareness of Health Science related careers. Speakers will be sharing their experiences in the world of biomedical research.
11/10/04 09:45 AM - 10:30 AM EST, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM EST and 12:30 PM - 01:10 PM EST

Exploring Careers in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
11/17/04 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM EST

Exploring Math & Science Careers (INVENTORS)
12/9/04 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM EST Interactive Dialogue

Exploring Careers in Health & Fitness
1/13/05 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST

Exploring Zoological Careers
1/28/05 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM EST Interactive Dialogue

Exploring Careers in Early Childhood Education
2/17/04 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST

Exploring Math & Science Careers (DENTAL HEALTH)
2/25/05 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST

Exploring Careers in Neurobiology
03/16/05 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM EST

Exploring Careers in DNA
04/13/05 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM EST

Exploring Careers in Space Science
05/05/05 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM EST

LENGTH: 60 minutes
GRADES: 4 - 12
COST: Costs are $100 for in-state links, $175 for out-of-state links and $250 for customized links
Louisville Science Center
727 West Main Street
Louisville, Kentucky 40202-2681

 

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