Distance Learning

Denali is an environment of extreme temperatures, tall mountains, glacial landscapes, and more.The climate and landscape might be very different from where you live. Do you wish you could bring your class to Denali? If we're far from you, take part in the next best thing by bringing Denali to your classroom!

How to Participate

• Registration begins on October 8th. Spaces are limited and registration is handled on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Register using this printable form.
• Our free, interactive presentations are available from November 1 through March 31 (with breaks around some major holidays).

Note: Please be aware that Alaska is in the Alaska Time Zone (AKST) and follows daylight savings time changes. Programs cannot start any earlier than 7 am in the Alaska Time Zone, which means programs for schools in Eastern Time cannot start before 11 am, Central Time 10 am, Mountain Time 9 am, and Pacific Time 8 am. Please consider this when listing your available times on the registration form.

If you would like to use the Denali experience to enhance your curriculum, please see our offerings below. Our programs are designed to meet national teaching standards and are appropriate for students in grades K—12.

 

 

Distance Learning Resources

The videos below are meant to be used in conjunction with one of our distance learning programs.

Denali: The High One (Geology of the Mountain)

The video below is part of our geology distance learning program.

 

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  Climbing Denali

  This open-captioned, four minute clip from "Climbing Denali" demonstrates the beauty and danger inherent in climbing North America's highest peak.

  Duration:

  4 minutes, 3 seconds

 

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The Science of Sled Dogs

The videos below are a part of our "Science of Sled Dogs" distance learning program.

 

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  True Heart of Winter (Abridged)

  Share this short clip (~6 minute) with your class in preparation for teaching the Science of Sled Dogs lesson.

  Duration:

  6 minutes, 3 seconds

 

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  Sled Dog Curriculum Extension Activity - Cabin Life

  Get a feel for what a sled dog patrol is like through this short video, shot in winter 2012.

  Duration:

  7 minutes, 15 seconds