Interactive videoconferencing (IVC) field trips include live, two-way video interactions with content providers that utilize Internet technology to extend your resources and provide students with unique educational experiences.

Teachers need two-way video equipment (provided by a school district), a television monitor or LCD projector, sound system, and a broadband network connection to access content providers virtually. There are thousands of content providers around the world, ranging from local museums, to zoos, to NASA and the Smithsonian Museum. Virtual field trip content may be provided free of charge, but most content costs from $75-$150 per session.

Interactive videoconferencing can also support collaborations between classrooms, professional development, dual credit college courses, and much more. Go to the ACELINK website for more details and suggestions for accessing content.

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Online discussion question: If you could connect with anyone from anywhere, who would it be and why? Do you have a different answer for your personal growth and your class/students? Please share both answers to this question by using the Comments tab on this page.

The Ideas Directory is a searchable online database that puts IVC content providers and programs at your fingertips. Use the following registration code to set up a temporary account and search the programs directory: ACE. (__Hint__: Click on Complete Your Member Profile to create your temporary account. Record the username and password that you set up for future use.)

Another popular online search is the Center for Interactive Learning & Collaboration (CILC) search for programs.

IVC Content Providers Use this page to list three content providers you found with programs that could be used in your subject/grade level.

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