While most would agree wholeheartedly with the benefits of getting students out more, there are numerous challenges in doing so, ranging from shrinking budgets to a standardized test-driven scholastic environment. However, the Division of Interpretation in Yellowstone National Park has gone to great lengths to provide resources for the classroom teacher. But, because it is not feasible for every teacher to bring students to Yellowstone, materials have also been designed to bring the park into the classroom via electronic field trips. Here you’ll discover how to embark on this virtual adventure!

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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 10/1/2008Stock # ss08_032_02_16Volume 032Issue 02

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