The Learning Center

• Learning Center News Release
• Brochure for the Learning Center (Word format)

The Learning Center at Byrd Polar Research Center is an outreach program aimed at promoting science and technology in the classroom. The center is open to all educators (present and future), graduate assistants, and scientists who wish to incorporate technology into their presentations.

The Learning Center is equipped with various pieces of equipment which are listed below. The Learning Center offers a comfortable work area for educators and scientists who wish to use the facilities. The room provides wireless connection to the Internet, workspace for individuals or groups, and comfortable surroundings. A microwave oven and coffeemakers are also available, and you are encouraged to bring your lunch.

Equipment

• (2) Computers:
  • MacBook Pro Laptop, Intel Core Duo processor
  • Dell Precision M65 Laptop
• (3) Projectors:
  • (2) NEC VT676
  • (1) Other
• (2) SMARTboards, wall-mounted, 1 large and 1 small
• Sympodium and Airliner for SMARTboards
• Overhead projector
• TurningPoint audience interaction system
• (2) Video cameras with tripods:
  • Sony DCR-HC32
  • Sony DCR-HC46
• Vernier Technology Go! Link scientific probe kit with the following sensors:
  • Motion
  • Heart-rate monitor
  • Light sensor
  • pH Sensor
  • Sound meter
  • UVA sensor
  • UVB sensor
  • Tutorials
• Digital Blue QX3 Microscopes
• (2) Keyboards (synthesizers)
• Science Magazines
• Ohio DNR Rock Kits and GeoFacts
• Bryce 3D graphics software
• LaserDisk player
• Snack bar (candy, tea, coffee, soups, chips), microwave, and coffee-maker
• Backup MiniDV tapes, CDs, and DVDs
  • Please bring your own storage media — we have a limited supply of media