Distance Learning
Bring our museum directly to your classroom
Discovery and curiosity are central to our education mission. We offer a variety of options for educators and students to engage in scientific exploration without leaving the classroom. Join a museum educator for a virtual field trip; learn from a researcher during our Science Chat Specials; enhance your lessons with our Education Kits; or browse our lesson plans for inspiration.
Inquiries regarding any of our Distance Learning Programs may be directed to the UNSM Education Department by emailing elephant@unl.edu.
Virtual Field Trips
Our educators and scientists interact with participants on a variety of science and natural history topics through live videoconferencing programs. Virtual Field Trips are designed to fit within your schedule, curriculum or interest areas, and are aligned with state and national science standards. Several of our programs include a physical kit with hands-on materials to enhance your classroom discoveries. Bring the museum to your classroom today!
Scholarships available
Science Chat Specials
Introduce your students to the work of scientists by letting them learn directly from the scientists themselves! Science Chat Specials are live and interactive, focusing on Nebraska science phenomena. They occur on set dates throughout the school year. Each science chat special is billed by the school. This means multiple classrooms from the same school can attend at the same cost.
Scholarships available
Museum Kits
Bring museum specimens to your classroom through large Encounter Kits or smaller Shoebox Science Kits. All kits include an educator guide, activities, and teaching specimens from the UNSM's Research Collection.
Educator Resources
Engage with the Museum from your classroom with lesson guides and activities offering hands-on science exploration with minimal supplies. Or explore the universe virtually with our Astronomy at Home video series.
