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12/07/2006
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DLN Overview (NASA Langley Events)
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Target Audience: Educators: K-12

Grade Level: K-12

Event Focus : What is NASA's Digital Learning Network? What are the programs that are available to my students?

 

Description: NASA Langley Research Center's Digital Learning Network opens doors for interaction between NASA experts and students. We are pleased to offer a unique selection of learning events and challenges. Primarily a videoconference project, the DLN provides national standard-based educational modules relating to space exploration. This program is an overview of the programs offered by NASA's Digital Learning Network at Langley Research Center.

Instructional Objectives: Upon successful completion, the educator will be familiar with the types of educational programs NASA's Digital Learning Network offers, how the programs relate to their curriculum, and how to register for events.





Sequence of Events
Pre-Conference Activities:
The participant should preview the Digital Learning Network website at: http://nasadln.nmsu.edu/dln
   
Videoconference Activities:
The videoconference introduces the participant to various learning modules through explanation, examples, and interactive discssion. NASA Education specialists explain the instructional objectives, format, and unique aspects of various DLN events.
   
Post-Conference Activities:
The participant will be encouraged to register for events through the DLN website.
 
Standards

National Educational Technololgy Standards for Teachers

V. PRODUCTIVITY AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE.
Teachers use technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice. Teachers:
  1. use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
  2. continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning.
  3. apply technology to increase productivity.
  4. use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning.
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