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Badlands National Park
Distance Learning Opportunities
 
Ranger presents a program using distance learning technology
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Using distance learning technology, a ranger presents an education program to a school group.

Video Conference

Badlands National Park can conduct live presentations via video conferencing technology. Schools with video conferencing capabilities simply dial the park’s IP address. Please contact the park to learn more about distance learning connections.

Available Programs

Grades 3-5: Time Travel with Fossils

Grades 6-8: Layers of Sedimentary Rocks

Grades 7-12: Swift Fox Biology and Restoration Program

Any Group: Ask a Ranger: An Introduction to Badlands National Park

Badlands Virtual Experience

Views of the National Parks (Views) is a multimedia education program that presents stories of the natural, historical, and cultural wonders associated with national parks. Views includes a Badlands Virtual Experience and Teacher Resource Center. Please contact the park to request the program on CD.

GPS Unit
Visit Earth Cache
Learn about the earth and its geologic processes by using a GPS unit.
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Illustration of an Archaeotherium, a pig-like creature found fossilized in the Badlands
Badlands Fossil Trading Cards
View these trading cards to learn more about the fossils found in the Badlands formations.
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Park volunteer shows a child a Badlands fossil
Enjoy Park Fun!
Students and teachers alike can enjoy these activities to learn more about the Badlands.
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Tepee in front of the White River Visitor Center  

Did You Know?
Badlands National Park established a partnership in 1976 with the Oglala Sioux Tribe, sharing lands, specifically the South Unit, and splitting entrance fees. 50% of the fees collected in the park are transferred to the tribe for resource management and recreation projects.

Last Updated: May 01, 2009 at 11:30 EST