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Lecture Learning May be a Thing of the Past
34 percent of students fail a class when it is taught mainly via lecture, compared to a 22 percent fail rate when taught through active discussion and activity, according to a new study from the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. In the students they studied, those statistics mean that 3500 students would have…
Gatorland: Orlando’s Wildest Adventure Awaits!
Meet Florida’s Most Famous Gators Get ready for a day full of fun, laughs, and wild surprises. Gatorland is one of Orlando’s oldest attractions. It has welcomed guests for more than 75 years. Best of all, it is home to thousands of alligators and crocodiles from around the world. As you walk through the…
Florida A&M
Florida A&M In 1887, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University was founded as the “State Normal College for Colored Students,” its first classes consisting of just fifteen students with two instructors. Today, FAMU, as it is affectionately known, is the premier institution among historically black colleges and universities. Distinguished by lush foliage and massive oaks, FAMU’s…
LEGOLAND®
LEGOLAND® Fun, colorful and inspirational, LEGOLAND® is where awesome awaits for families looking for a great day out, or the ultimate vacation experience. LEGOs have, since their invention, quite literally become the building blocks for youthful entertainment, and now you have a chance to see LEGOLAND®, the ultimate theme park destination for LEGO fun and…
Top Ten Songs for Traveling
The easiest cure for roadtrip boredom is an excellent playlist. We’ve picked out our favorite songs celebrating the joys – and sometimes woes – of traveling near and far from home, with a friend, with your family, or with the love of your life. Kick back, throw on your headphones and think about what a…
Eastern State Penitentiary
Eastern State Penitentiary Eastern State Penitentiary is a historic site located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The prison was founded in 1829. It was in use for 142 years, closing in 1971. At one time, the penitentiary was the most expensive building in the United States. The Wagon wheel floor plan was the model used to reform…
University of South Florida
University of South Florida This high-impact, global research university located in beautiful Tampa Bay on Florida’s spectacular, sunny west coast is one of the largest public universities in the nation, ranking among the top 50 universities, public or private, for federal research expenditures; it is one of just four Florida public universities classified by the…
Group Leader Checklist Part 3: Pre-Travel
1. Send in forms Mail or fax your completed travel forms, deposits and scheduled payments to our main office for a final trip confirmation. 2. Hold a meeting A few weeks before traveling, hold a meeting with any trip chaperones you may have to discuss their role during travel, as well as getting to…
Group Leader Checklist: Book Your Trip
1. Review travel agreement Get a travel agreement from your agent, and review it carefully to ensure everything meets your specifications. We want things to go just as smoothly as you do! 2. Read the terms and conditions To provide you with the best group travel planning we can offer, it is important that you…
Group Leader Checklist: Pre-Booking
1. Decide on a travel package Talk with your group about what interests them. Do they want to relax on the beach and simply enjoy a week off work or school, or do they want a grand adventure in the big city or the mountains? For a celebration, choose from any of our multiple dozens…
University of Pennsylvania
The University of Pennsylvania Welcome to the University of Pennsylvania, located in Philadelphia. The perspective students in the group will experience life on campus through a group tour and information session. The information session is presented by someone in the admissions office and is 1 hour in length. The walking tour lasts 1 hour and…
Adventure Aquarium
Adventure Aquarium The Adventure Aquarium is located on the Delaware riverfront in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Students and educators will get up close and personal with the underwater world. The location features exhibits with over 8,500 aquatic species on display. Featured animals here include the following: African Black-footed Penguins, Orinoco Crocodiles, Bamboo Sharks, a Snake Neck Turtle,…
