Virtual Field Trips

This List is Curated by WOHS LMC 11.2020

For the WOHS Institute of Math & Science

All-Star Virtual Field Trip: STEM Careers in the NBA

There’s nothing more exciting than going to an NBA game… but have you ever considered what it takes to bring that experience to life? Join Discovery Education and the NBA for a Virtual Field Trip to the 2019 All-Star Game. This exciting 30-minute program will give students a glimpse behind the scenes and help them learn how NBA staff use STEM skills in their work each and every day!



Full Video |27:16

The Internet of Things

Highlights a variety of highly-skilled careers in engineering, research, technology, and executive management that work collectively to create more efficient and insightful utilities, smarter cities, and a more resourceful world by delivering technology and services. This Virtual Field Trip showcases how innovative solutions are used to improve quality of life and promote the well-being of people everywhere.


Full Video |26:12



How Nature Inspires 3M Science

What do gecko feet, spider legs, goose feathers, and fireflies have in common? They are all features designed by nature that have inspired 3M innovations in science. Visit the 3M World Headquarters to explore how 3M scientists are using biomimicry to improve and invent new products for everything from healthcare to food science to adhesives.


Full Video |27:55

EA SPORTS Madden NFL: Football by the Numbers

Go behind the scenes of EA SPORTS to learn how data dominates video game development. The team behind Madden NFL shares how player statistics and visual data are collected and integrated into the game to provide the most realistic gaming experience possible.


Full Video |19:27

Museums

Liberty Science Center

Engaging students in high-quality science topics has never been so easy. Connect your classroom to exciting, interactive videoconferencing programs. These programs are typically 45 minutes long and taught by LSC STEM instructors using platforms such as FieldTrip Zoom or Google Hangouts. No permission slips required!


Certain technology must be in place and tested before each Electronic Field Trip. Review the videoconferencing requirements.

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Citizen Science

Did you know that you can help scientists answer questions about human and environmental health? Citizen science invites anyone to participate in projects that need your help from almost anywhere! Check out this link!

https://scistarter.org/nlm

Smithsonian Air and Space Museum

Each reservable experience is standards-aligned and provides a suite of materials surrounding the content area aimed at engaging students through:

  • content deep-dives ready for instructional use
  • hands-on experiences that include adaptations for completion at home
  • artifact immersions that connect our collection to your content
  • and virtual games and activities that extend the content for your students

https://airandspace.si.edu/virtual-field-trips

NASA!

Explore STEM Resources for K-12 Educators

https://www.nasa.gov/stem/foreducators/k-12/index.html

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