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MARCH ISSUE

Spring is upon us and the Museum is gearing up for several exciting events. We hope you and your students will visit the new groundbreaking Space Show online or at the Museum. And be sure to join us for the Live Chat with a Museum scientist!
 ASK A GIANT SQUID EXPERT
Science Explorations: Live Chat with Dr. Neil Landman on Tuesday, March 21st, 12-1 p.m. EST
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/explorations/
authform.asp
Want to learn more about the giant squid and other ocean life? Dr. Landman will be available to discuss, in real time, what it's like to be a paleontologist who studies these mysterious creatures. You can submit a question in advance or tune in to the Live Chat on March 21st.
 NEW RESOURCE
Science Explorations Online Investigations: Soar with Bats
http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/explorations/
Science Explorations is a series of online investigations featuring the latest scientific discoveries of the Museum's experts. Science Explorations is a collaboration between the Museum and Scholastic, the global children's publishing, education, and media company, created to promote science literacy among students in grades 3 through 10. Check out the other investigations on animal adaptation, insects, space, and giant squid.

 NEW WEBSITE LAUNCHED
 & SUMMER REGISTRATION OPEN!
Seminars on Science: Online Courses for Teachers
http://learn.amnh.org/
To learn more about the eight exciting courses available from Seminars on Science, take a look at our new, improved website! Read original essays, watch sample videos, play with course interactives and discover how easy it is to sign up for graduate credit. We are currently registering students for our upcoming TWO Summer semesters. Summer semesters run June 12 - July 23 AND July 3 - August 13.

Designed for K-12 educators, each six-week course immerses the learner in an area of contemporary research. Courses are taught and led by Museum scientists and educators and feature rich web-based discussions. They are easy to use and flexible enough to fit into a teacher's busy schedule. Graduate credit is available from a number of major institutions and may meet your local professional development requirements.

A $50 discount is available for those who register early. For more information and to register, go to http://learn.amnh.org or call 800-649-6715.



 NEW SPACE SHOW
Cosmic Collisions
http://www.amnh.org/rose/
spaceshow/cosmic/



A spectacular immersive theater experience, Cosmic Collisions launches visitors on a thrilling trip through space and time—well beyond the calm face of the night sky—to explore cosmic collisions, hypersonic impacts that drive the dynamic and continuing evolution of the universe. The show opens March 18th. An Educator's Guide and additional Resources are available for you and your students.

 AT THE MUSEUM
Education Department
http://www.amnh.org/education/
The Museum is a rich resource for field trips, research and professional development. Find out how to enrich your classroom by using the Museum and our education department to your advantage.

Public Programs
http://www.amnh.org/programs
Check out the exciting lectures, performances, field trips, and workshops offered by the Museum.

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