#1 Dive into Virtual Learning with Jason Robertshaw of the Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium Why Distance Learning?

Seth, Tami, and Allyson chat with Jason Robertshaw from Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium about his experiences as a virtual educator. The discussion includes a day in the life of the Studio: how to support a range of experts using tech to teach, unlikely hazards using props, and distance learning history and culture. Dive into the different ways an educator can get involved in interactive virtual teaching using their personal expertise and highlighting important content of their institution or field. Also covered are tips and tricks for working with broadcast technologies – including what to do if a raccoon drops through the ceiling right before a live program! Don’t miss this conversation exploring how interactive distance learning experiences opens the door to an authentic global classroom for learners of all ages.LinksLearn more about Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium -- explore their exhibits, research, and conservation efforts. Learn how to plan a trip by visiting their website: https://mote.org/If you are interested in taking a virtual visit with Jason and his team, check out the many SeaTrek offerings as well as the steps you can take to book a distance learning program on their CILC Member Page: https://www.cilc.org/ContentProvider/ViewContentProvider.aspx?id=104Make a visit to Mote at night with the special Goodnight at the Aquarium program that Jason just launched, which you can schedule for your group here: https://www.cilc.org/ContentProvider/Program.aspx?id=8643Ifyou need to start planning summer activities, if you have a budding marine scientist in your life, make sure to check out the virtual summer camp offerings here: https://www.cilc.org/ContentProvider/Program.aspx?id=9609Discover more about the JASON Project that brought distance learning to Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium on this site: https://jason.org/about/Get connected with a wider professional learning network that is interested in infusing distance learning technologies into their professional practice by visiting Office Hours Global here: https://officehours.global/   Host Links:Browse amazing virtual learning opportunities at CILC.orgSeth's  Banyan Global Learning prepares students for real life with live virtual learning experiences in Character Education: banyangloballearning.com