Free Online Conference: Problem Solving with Smithsonian Experts

LearningTimes, a leading producer of online communities and online conferences for education and training, has extended an invitation for participants to register for a free online conference sponsored by the Smithsonian Institution.

The Smithsonian Online Conference: Problem Solving with Smithsonian Experts is a free series of interactive workshops taking place throughout April 2010. Register now at this link.

For a list of featured experts go to this link, and for program details click here.

The live online events will be of special interest to educators, entire classrooms of engaged students, and to the general public. Throughout the month, Smithsonian historians, scientists, researchers and other experts share their questions, their methods, and their unique way of thinking in an interactive format that welcomes you to contribute your own ideas.

The sessions span the arts, history, science, and culture, and are organized around four key themes. All events take place live online ˜ you participate and interact directly from your computer in real time. Each session will be recorded and posted after it takes place for on-demand access.

Schedule and Themes

Day One: Understanding the American Experience

Tuesday, 13 April 2010

Day Two: Valuing World Cultures

Wednesday, 14 April 2010

Day Three: Unlocking the Mysteries of the Universe

Wednesday, 28 April 2010

Day Four: Understanding and Sustaining a Biodiverse Planet

Thursday, 29 April 2010

To review the complete program and to register please visit this link.

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