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JUNE 2006

 FEATURED RESOURCES
Tsunami Science: Reducing the Risk
http://sciencebulletins.amnh.org/
earth/f/tsunamis.20051001/

These interactives, videos, and essays explore how tsunami researchers are trying to get ahead of the next big wave.


Buried Bones
http://ology.amnh.org/paleontology/
stuff/buriedbones.html

Kids can create make-believe dig sites using chicken bones and plaster of Paris.

 LAST CHANCE TO ENROLL!
Seminars on Science
http://learn.amnh.org
Are you looking for a Graduate course in the sciences this summer? Spaces are still available in the Summer semester of Seminars on Science. Sign up now for an award-winning online course in the life, Earth, or physical sciences.

Designed by the Museum for K-12 educators, each six-week course immerses the learner in an area of contemporary research. Educators come away with a deeper understanding of both the science and the tools of scientific inquiry as well as an array of classroom resources. 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. Free sample resources are available for each course at http://learn.amnh.org

Affordable Graduate credit is available from a number of major institutions (see website for details). The cost of a three credit graduate course from Seminars on Science averages $750 and the course may meet your local professional development requirements, including NCLB. Internet access is required, and 24-hour technical support is always available. The Summer II semester runs July 3 - August 13.

Registration closes June 26th. Sign up by June 19th and receive a $50 Early registration discount! For more information and to register, go to http://learn.amnh.org or call 800-649-6715.

 NEW RESOURCE
Dioramas
http://www.amnh.org/
exhibitions/dioramas




Explore the Museum’s habitat group dioramas online! Features 360º panoramic virtual tours, archival photos, and hall highlight videos with Stephen Quinn, author of Windows on Nature: The Great Habitat Dioramas of the American Museum of Natural History.

 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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