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Perot Museum of Nature and Science

Robotics 101- Field Trip
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During School Day
Formats
Field Trip
Grades
4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Talented/Gifted
Standards

Description
What is the difference between a human and a robot? How is robotics used in STEM careers? In this program, students will explore these questions, experiment with electrical circuits, learn how to use binary code, and interact with simple robots Self-Guided Permanent Exhibit Halls are included with education program bookings. For a more detailed description of exhibit hallways please read “Exhibits Only” listing or check out our website http://www.perotmuseum.org/

Students Will
  • Explore electrical circuits
  • Learn how robots communicate
  • Examine the parts of a robot

Details
Dates: Monday- Friday
Times: 10, 11, 12, 1, 2
Duration: 45 minutes for program, exhibits self-paced
School Fee: $12.00 each student. One required Teacher/Chaperone free with every 7 students. Additional adults (over the 1:7 ratio) $6.00 each for exhibits only.
Minimum Attendance: 10
Maximum Attendance: 30
Bilingual: No
Technical Needs: Various exhibits may be closed due to programming and maintenance.
Other Information: Address and Bus Parking: Perot Museum physical address: 2201 North Field Street, Dallas, Texas 75201 (in Victory Park). Please refer to your field trip confirmation materials for important details. Bus Parking is free. Leave lunches on your bus. Single-car parking is available for a fee.

Scheduling / Booking
Instructions: Call Reservations at 214-428-5555 and press 8 or email [email protected] Financial Aid: http://www.perotmuseum.org/events-and-programs/school-programs/educator-resources/financial-aid-form.html
Deadline: Please contact reservations department at least 3 weeks before desired date.
Cancellation Policy: The Perot Museum is pleased to offer Financial Aid to schools who apply and qualify. By applying for this program your fees for digital (synchronous or asynchronous) programs, field trip exhibit visits/programs, and on your campus programs could be reduced or eliminated. Financial Aid: http://www.perotmuseum.org/events-and-programs/school-programs/educator-resources/financial-aid-form.html 2020-2021 Payment, Refund and Cancellation Policy: The Perot Museum of Nature and Science- Field Trips and On Your Campus Experiences -A nonrefundable deposit is due within 10 days of booking.Your remaining balance is due 3 weeks before your scheduled visit date. -If you choose to reschedule your program you must contact the reservations department at least 3 weeks before your scheduled visit in order for your deposit/payment to be applied to your new visit date. -Your reservation may be cancelled if your deposit/payment is not received by the due date. -Refunds will only be made in the event of Museum closure, power failures and school closings. NO OTHER REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED
After School Policy: The Perot Museum is pleased to offer Financial Aid to schools who apply and qualify. By applying for this program your fees for digital (synchronous or asynchronous) programs, field trip exhibit visits/programs, and on your campus programs could be reduced or eliminated. Financial Aid: http://www.perotmuseum.org/events-and-programs/school-programs/educator-resources/financial-aid-form.html 2020-2021 Payment, Refund and Cancellation Policy: The Perot Museum of Nature and Science- Field Trips and On Your Campus Experiences -A nonrefundable deposit is due within 10 days of booking.Your remaining balance is due 3 weeks before your scheduled visit date. -If you choose to reschedule your program you must contact the reservations department at least 3 weeks before your scheduled visit in order for your deposit/payment to be applied to your new visit date. -Your reservation may be cancelled if your deposit/payment is not received by the due date. -Refunds will only be made in the event of Museum closure, power failures and school closings. NO OTHER REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED

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