************************************************************** K12NewsLetters - From Educational CyberPlayGround http://www.edu-cyberpg.com/ ************************************************************** From: "NOVA" <owner-nova-teachers@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> To: NOVA Teachers <nova-teachers@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Thu, 20 Feb 2003 16:20:08 -0500 Subject: [NOVA Teachers] February 25, 2003 Hello Educators, In response to current news events, NOVA has changed its schedule to bring you "Dirty Bomb" next week, a program that explains what a dirty bomb is and dramatizes two attack scenarios based on sophisticated models developed by radiation experts. Immediately following "Dirty Bomb" is a repeat of "Bioterror," in which NOVA presents the science of germ warfare and reveals previously unknown details of the secret biological warfare programs conducted by the Soviets and the United States during the Cold War. In the accompanying lesson plan teachers can find tips and resources from professional organizations for dealing with students' concerns about bioterrorism. Note: Please be aware that these programs contain information about radiological weaponry and biological warfare. We strongly recommend that you preview them, and their accompanying Web sites, to determine their appropriateness for your students prior to any classroom use. The previously scheduled program, "Shackleton's Voyage of Endurance," will not air. ********************************************************************* WHERE TO GO WHEN YOU NEED GRANT RESOURCES Government Funding Resources Education Grants, Scholarships & Loans, State Agency Phone Numbers for Student Financial Aid, Business Plan Resources for Women, Federal Department of Education Technology Grants ARTS, Grants for Women, Grants for Women & Girls <http://www.edu-cyberpg.com/Teachers/grants.html> ******************************************************************** In the coming weeks: Mar. 4 -- varies (check your local listings) Mar. 11 -- varies (check your local listings) Mar. 18 -- Sultan's Lost Treasure (R) http://www.pbs.org/nova/sultan/ Regards, Karen Hartley Teachers Editor NOVA Web Site http://www.pbs.org/nova/teachers/ E-mail: Karen_Hartley@xxxxxxxx * * * * * * * * NOVA Presents "Dirty Bomb" Broadcast: February 25, 2003 http://www.pbs.org/nova/dirtybomb/ (NOVA usually airs Tuesday nights. Check your local listings. This program has one-year off-air taping rights.) Chronology of Events Review the past 15 years of news-making incidents involving unprotected radioactive materials worldwide, including occurrences of accidental encounters. (Grades 9-12) Preparing for Nuclear Terrorism Learn about the threat of both dirty bombs and nuclear weapons in this interview with nuclear terrorism expert Graham Allison, director of the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs at Harvard University and former Deputy Secretary of Defense under President Clinton. (Grades 9-12) Ask the Expert Send in your questions about dirty or nuclear bombs to Dr. Charles Ferguson, a radiological and nuclear terrorism expert who will answer questions for a week beginning February 26th. (Grades 9-12) Sources of Radiation In this interactive feature, learn about naturally occurring and manmade sources of radiation and what makes each type safe or harmful to life. (Flash 5 plug-in required; non-Flash version available.) (Grades 9-12) Program Transcript The site includes a complete narration for this program available after the PBS air date. Plus Resources. * * * * * * * * Major funding for NOVA is provided by the Park Foundation and Sprint. Additional funding is provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and public television viewers. ************************************************************** K12Newsletters - From Educational CyberPlayGround http://www.edu-cyberpg.com/ ************************************************************** If you have any questions, concerns, suggestions, or would like to sponsor the NetHappenings service - <http://www.edu-cyberpg.com/Community/Subguidelines.html> Subscribe | Unsubscribe | Change Email Preferences - <http://www.edu-cyberpg.com/Community/K12Newsletters.html> **************************************************************