Nature Live in the Field videoconferences

Scilly 2013 and schools videoconference

Between 18-29 May, Museum scientists will be surveying the species that live on the beautiful Isles of Scilly. And on Friday 24 May, your students can meet the team as they report back from the field via videoconference.

About the trip

Some of the islands’ plants and animals are endangered due to climate change or habitat damage. A survey in 2008 showed that relatively little is known about some of these species.

Working together with the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust, our scientists will collect specimens that will serve as a reliable record of species on the islands today. This will mean that scientists in the future will be able to see how the species populations on the islands change over time, and which species need particular protection.

About the videoconference

Your students will see and hear scientists talking about their work live from the field, showing the tools and methods they use, and even specimens that they have found so far.

Students can ask questions, find out what life is like as a researcher in the field, and discuss any survey work they may have done at school or in their local area.

Learning outcomes

Students will:

• feel confident in asking questions about science, scientists and society
• appreciate the relevance of scientific research and collections, and the relevance of their own scientific knowledge and skills
• understand the processes involved in scientific research and fieldwork
• understand the life of scientists in the field
• appreciate that science can be interesting and exciting
• gain knowledge of UK ecosystems and some of the organisms that inhabit them.

This series of events is suitable for Key Stage 2, 3 and 4.

Booking

To book please contact our booking line on 0207 942 5555 or for more information email us. First, please check that your school group can take part in a videoconference on the morning of Friday 24 May 2013. 

Videoconference requirements

To participate in videoconferences schools must be registered with Janet Videoconferencing Service (JVCS) - we will guide you through this process once you have booked with the Museum.

Register for the Janet Videoconferencing Service

If you do not have videoconference equipment you can still join in using a PC with a webcam. Once you have booked with the Museum a member of staff will contact you to ensure you have everything you need to access the videoconference.

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