Monday, June 25, 2007

Grossology - Distance "Edutainment" Is Here


I'm listening to Professor Poopsalot via videoconference. We've had an interactive tour of the digestive system and are now looking at a recipe for making "Perfect Poop Every Time." Yah, this is pretty gross, but what kid wouldn't love the chance to make and discuss poop?! The series is based on the book by Sylvia Branzei and is produced by the folks at GrossologyLIVE.com. "Live interactive video experiences" is how they describe the series.

This 4-part series is sponsored by NSF and in partnership with Purdue University, but is currently available only from several hospital sites. Their goal is to move into the classroom. I'm heading up to the front of the conference room to put my name on their waiting list for pilot classrooms!

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