Maine Distance Learning Project - Virtual Field Trips

Virtual Field Trips:
Listings of Trips

Below is a list of sites that provide details about a variety of virtual field trips that are available for creative teachers and schools to integrate into curriculum.

These web resources are outside of the MDLP, and as such we cannot guarantee their accuracy.

Virtual Field Trip Listings: listings of on-demand trips
Site	Description
AT&T Knowledge Network Explorer • Videoconference Adventures • Videoconference Directory	List of virtual field trips by provider, as well as a searchable directory.
Berrien County Intermediate School District Videoconference Program Database	Searchable database of virtual field trips by subject and price.
Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration • Advanced Content Search • Content Providers Search	Searchable database of content and content providers including major institutions (such as museums, libraries, cultural centers, and universities) and individuals (such as musicians, authors, and business professionals). Also searchable by IP and ISDN connections.
Cooperative Educational Service Agency Electronic Field Trips	List of providers of virtual field trips, sorted alphabetically.
NoodleTrip Virtual Field Trips and Distance Learning Content Providers	An online directory focusing on video conferencing virtual field trips, tours, and distance learning courses. Includes a search directory that allows members (sign up for free) to search for specific trips. You can also sign up to receive weekly email updates on new postings.
North Central Educational Service District Educational Virtual Field Trips	Database of virtual field trips, searchable by subject, grade level, and provider.

Courses via Videoconferencing:
Organization	Description
Cleveland Institute of Music Distance Learning Program Offerings www.cim.edu/distanceLearning.php	CIM is a university level conservatory where students from around the world prepare for professional careers in music. Distance learning programs at CIM connect in real time to teachers and students throughout the world through high-speed video conferencing technology. Videoconferences are complemented with in-class and web-based activities. Cost is approximately $175 per conference.

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