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Linking and learning with us provides fascinating content and gets students excited about science!

Send your students on a virtual visit to the Science Center by scheduling one of several hour-long Distance Learning programs offered via the Kentucky TeleLinking Network (KTLN). Each is designed to support National Science Standards in science, mathematics, and technology for grades 2 through 12.

Students have the opportunity to perform experiments while participating in a live, interactive video conference link. Each program includes an equipment kit of supplies, pre-lab and post-lab activities, and suggestions for expanding the learning experience. Choose from an array of science content, including physics, space, practical living, and chemistry.

Professional Development is also offered through Distance Learning. Schedule a session at your school.

Scheduling information
Dates and times of Distance Learning programs are scheduled by request. Costs are $100 for in-state links, $175 for out-of-state links and $250 for customized links. A purchase order number or credit card payment method (Visa, MasterCard, American Express) is required for scheduling. For details, call our School Services Coordinator at (502) 561-6100, ext. 6143 or (800) 591-2203, ext. 6143 or

	Chemistry Chemistry Roots - Grades 2-12 From soap making to distillation, fried chicken to coal, explore Kentucky's rich heritage through hands-on chemistry. Core Content: SC-E-1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.1.3, 2.1.1, 2.1.2, 2.1.3; SC-M-1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.3.2; SC-H-1.2.1. 1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.2.4, 1.2.5, 1.2.6, 1.3.1, 1.3.2.
	Physics The Force Is Right - Grades 2-12 Using hands-on models, students will learn about the physics of building bridges, skyscrapers, houses and sculptures. Core Content: SC-E-1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.2.1, 1.2.3; SC-M-1.1.1, 1.1.2, 1.2.2, 1.2.3; SC-H-1.2.4, 1.4.1, 1.4.2.
	Wave Watch - Grades 2-12 Discover the waves around you - light waves, sound waves, water waves, infrared waves and electromagnetic waves - as we explore the science and properties of each and their roles in our daily lives. Core Content: SC-E-1.2.4, 1.3.1, 1.3.2, 1.3.3; SC-M-1.2.3, 1.3.1, 1.3.2, 1.3.3, 1.3.4; SC-H-1.4.4, 1.6.1, 1.6.2.
	Physics Rules - Grades 2-12 Discover how Newton's three laws of motion plus friction, centripetal force and reaction time have shaped the traffic laws on our roads. Core Content: SC-E-1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.3.1; SC-M-1.2.1, 1.2.2, 1.2.3, 1.3.1; SC-H-1.4.1, 1.4.2, 1.5.1, 1.5.2

Space Science

StarStation One™: Living and Working In Space
Grades 2-12
What are the mental and physical challenges of being in space? Learn about the International Space Station while training to be an astronaut!
Core Content: SC-E-2.2.2, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, 3.3.2, 3.3.3; SC-M-2.2.2, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, 3.2.3.


Health Science

Work It Out!
Grades 4-12
Explore personal cardiovascular health and physical activity levels. Create your own activity to take home or do it in the classroom!
Core Content: PL-E-1.3.1, 1.3.3, 1.3.4, 1.5.1, 1.5.2, 1.5.3, 1.5.4, 2.2.1, 2.2.3; PL-M-1.3.1, 1.3.3, 1.3.4, 1.4.3, 1.5.1, 1.5.2, 1.5.3, 1.5.4, 2.2.1, 2.2.3.

Transmission Tracker
Grades 4-12
Investigate how epidemics are spread and learn to protect yourself.
Core Content: PL-E-1.3.1, 1.3.2, 1.3.3, 1.3.4; PL-M-1.3.2, 1.3.4, 1.8.1.
PL-H-1.3.2.

The Kentucky Health Education Rural Outreach Scientists (KY - H.E.R.O.S.) program is supported by a Science Education Partnership Award (SEPA) from the National Center of Research Resources (NCRR) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The Breakthrough Gallery, BioLabs and health science Distance Learning labs are components of the KY - H.E.R.O.S. educational programming.

Meet the Experts
Share the mic with other schools as you interview experts in science and other careers about their unique experiences. Program appropriate for grades 6-12.

Meet the Experts: Exploring Careers in NEUROBIOLOGY
03/16/05 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
GOT BRAINS? Join us on as we celebrate Brain Awareness Week 2005! Meet a neuroscientist from the University of Kentucky. Learn all about the brain and their "brainy" career. Students can ask questions about their education, their daily research and why they selected their chosen career.

Meet the Experts: Interact with DNA SCIENTISTS
04/14/05 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST

Meet the Experts: Exploring Careers in AEROSPACE & ASTRONOMY
05/05/05 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Join a panel of enthusiastic professionals in a career-based discussion as they explore the exciting Space Science and Aerospace careers. Prepare your students before-hand to take advantage of the opportunity to ask the panelists a wealth of questions about their individual educational backgrounds, their research experiences, and their motivation for selecting their chosen career paths. Who knows there may be a future engineer, astronaut, or an astronomer in your class, so sign up today and dont miss out on this unique opportunity.

Professional Development TeleLinks
This program gives examples of how hands-on lessons can be successfully facilitated through videoconferencing. The discussion is designed to help teachers understand what to expect from Distance Learning programs and the specifics of how the Louisville Science Center utilizes this technology to encourage student discovery in core content areas. To schedule a session, call the School Services Coordinator at (502) 561-6100, ext. 6143 or (800) 591-2203, ext. 6143.

Kentucky Telelinking

Chemistry and Physics TeleLink materials are funded by a generous grant from former Governor Paul Patton and the 1998 General Assembly of the Kentucky Legislature, under the sponsorship of the Jefferson County Delegation and the National Science Foundation. Space Science TeleLink materials are provided by the Louisville Science Center.