Virtual Heart

  • GRADE Grades 3 - 8
  • DATE/TIME

    Session dates and times are available by request.
  • COST

    $140/1 class
    $120/each additional class
    FREE scholarships may be available for eligible schools
  • STANDARDS

    Literacy 1-5
    NHES 1,2,7
    Science 1,3
  • REGISTRATION INFORMATION

    Reservations required at least 3 weeks ahead. For reservation details and to fill out the Distance Learning Request Form, click here, e-mail distancelearning@dmns.org, or call 303.370.6453, M - F, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

FAQS

  • Q 
    When do we test our virtual connection?
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    The system must be tested two weeks in advance.

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  • Q

    How can I prepare my students for this experience?

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    We will e-mail you class materials, including a journal the kids will use during the program.
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  • Q

    Do you offer Bilingual support?

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    Yes, we do offer Spanish language support for our Virtual Classes. Please request a bilingual educator through your reservationist.

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  • Q

    What are the technical requirements?

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    Videoconferencing codec equipment is required for the Museum's videoconferencing programs.  We connect directly via IP (H.323). If you do not have hardware, the Museum can set schools up with software for an additional minimal charge. 

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Explore heart anatomy as you observe a sheep heart dissection which takes a close look at concepts behind how our heart works and what it does for us and the circulatory system. Participate in activities and observe experiments to learn how the circulatory system works.

 

PROGRAM FORMAT

  • Program begins with a welcome and introduction by a Denver Museum of Nature & Science professional educator.
  • Program topic will be introduced with a question or activity.
  • Investigate the circulatory system while participating in activities.
  • Predict & record in a student journal.
  • Observe a sheep heart dissection.
  • Time will be allowed during program for questions.

OBJECTIVES

  • Explore the different functions and parts of the circulatory system.
  • Identify the structure of the circulatory system as well as the structures of the individual parts.
  • Explain why the body needs the circulatory system to survive.

 

Group Size: Maximum 30 students per class
Program Length: 45 minutes

 

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