We are delighted to have the British Museum joining the Janet Content Providers in the new year. Their first session will be on Thursday 9th January 2014. It is entitled Treasure challenge video conference. There are two sessions, from 10:30-12pm and from 12:30 to 2pm. Advanced bookings are now being taken for this exciting event, which is designed for Key Stage 2 students. The students work through the real challenges faced by archeologists, scientists and museum staff.
More free sessions from Virtually University including:
- The Impact of the First World War on British Society
- Chemistry with Natalie Paul at the University of Sheffield
- How to become a neuroscientist
For more details follow the link to Janet's content provider site
Metlearn is a new content provider that teaches young children (key stages 1 and 2) about the weather.
More details can be found here.
We have our first session this term from St George's, University of London, on 21st November at 11.30 pm. This is a Healthcare videoconference called 'Approaching the University Interview':
Upcoming sessions from Virtually University include:
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We still have some spaces on the 2 videoconferences happening prior to half term. We would love to involve you if you have students you feel would benefit from the experience.
The first is Sheffield's 'Good bye Lenin' German session on 12th October:
We are delighted to announce the launch of our new VC Content Directory website.
The new website is a dedicated resource for all teaching staff that showcases sessions available from Janet registered Content Providers. The functionality of this dynamic website makes it easier for you to search for sessions by subject, key stage or by content provider. You can also set up tailored RSS feeds and find out about upcoming sessions.
The URL is : vccontentdirectory.ja.net
The British Board of Film Classification offer a fantastic opportunity for primary, secondary and university groups to meet with an examiner via VC!
For more information, visit: http://www.sbbfc.co.uk/Seminars_videoconferencing
Ever wanted to videoconference with a Viking?! Well, now's your chance! Go to http://www.jorvik-viking-centre.co.uk/education/71-/ to find out more and book a session!
Whether you want a cost effective way to extend your curriculum, offer something more for your Gifted and Talented Programme or need specialist staff, MB Learning Solutions could be for you. We are the leading provider of interactive distance learning videoconference courses in the UK. Our AS, A2 and GCSE courses are delivered via videoconferencing directly into the classroom and with our flexible approach we can work around your timetable.