Summary
The JSC Digital Learning Network (DLN) opens virtual doors for remote instruction and interaction between NASA experts and students. Primarily a video teleconference-based project, the DLN provides national standards-based educational modules relating to space exploration.

Goals & Objectives
Our goal is to provide NASA related subject matter and educational opportunities to students through distance learning technology. Our objectives are to offer national standards-based education modules relating to space exploration and to supplement science and technology education curricula.

Unique Characteristics
Live interactive video teleconference and webcast capabilities. Events are presented from unique JSC facilities (e.g., Neutral Buoyancy Lab and the Space Mockup Facilities). Students at all levels have the unique opportunity to interact directly with NASA representatives, experts, and even astronauts to gain new appreciation for the importance of science and education.

Technical Requirements
H.320 compatible video teleconference capabilities or connection to the Internet for webcast events. For further details, visit: http://nasadln.nmsu.edu/dln/ .

Brochure or Other Materials Available
Yes. To explore further educational offerings from NASA for your classroom, click on your state at the following web site http://www.nasa.gov for the educational contact phone number in your area.

Participant Application
Book your program at least 4 weeks prior to the event on the on-line application form at the following web site: http://nasadln.nmsu.edu/dln/

Content Areas
Please reference our website at: http://nasadln.nmsu.edu/dln/ for a list of subjects covered.

Duration
Live, high-energy, interactive 50-minute education

Dates
Year round

Contact Information
DLN Event Coordinator
Mail Code AE2
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, TX 77058
(281) 244-7325
(281) 483-3789 (fax)
jsc-dislearn@mail.nasa.gov

Visit this program's official website
http://nasadln.nmsu.edu/dln/