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The Voyages of the Mimi
The Voyage of the Mimi and The Second Voyage
of the Mimi are groundbreaking programs created by The Bank
Street College of Education. They were among the first multimedia
materials to use interactive technologies in an inquiry-based,
integrated approach to teaching and learning for the middle
grades, with an emphasis on science and mathematics. They
consist of video, software, and print materials, including
lesson plans, hands-on activities, and student-directed and
collaborative projects.
The 13 video episodes of The Voyage of the
Mimi take students and teachers on a scientific expedition
to study whales. The 12 video episodes of The Second Voyage
tell the story of archaeologists in search of a lost Mayan
city. The videos consist of dramatic episodes paired with
a related documentary-style “expeditions.” The dramatic
episodes present an exciting, reality-based adventure/drama.
The expeditions visit real places to witness scientists at
work, expanding on the science and math themes introduced
in context in the dramatic episodes.
The components of the two Voyages of the
Mimi include:
- The drama/documentary video series
- Teacher guides
- Student guides
- Software program
Print and software materials draw directly
on the themes introduced in the videos, including:
- Physical science
- Life science
- Ecosystems
- Astronomy
- Maps and navigation
- Number systems
- Social studies
Order a free video preview or purchase Mimi
materials by calling Sunburst at 800-321-7511. .
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