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Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Discovering the True Poles

Program No. 25045RJ
Join us on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024, at 2 p.m. (ET)/ 11 a.m. (PT), for a one-hour lecture and Q&A to learn about the history and geography of the North and South Poles.
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Join Nicole Flores, seasoned polar expedition guide, for the first lecture in a four-part series on the Arctic and Antarctic regions. Explore the geographical comparisons of the poles, including terrain, weather and inhabitants. Learn about the historical quest to reach the "true poles," the pioneers who first set foot there and how people explore the polar regions in the 21st century.

General Notes

This lecture is the first in a series of four: "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Discovering the True Poles" (#25045); "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Ecosystems of the Arctic and Antarctic" (#25049); "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Life at Polar Research Stations" (#25133); "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Expert Panel Discussion" (#25056). Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.
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Nicole Flores Jara
Nicole was born and raised in Chile. Her passion about her country and the region made her lead programs within South America since 1998 including several trips to Antarctica. She is a true believer in lifetime learning finding in travelling the best source of inspiration to share her knowledge and keep learning. Nicole is a great natural storyteller and also mastered this skill learning from the best in Chile.

Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.

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Nicole was born and raised in Chile. Her passion about her country and the region made her lead programs within South America since 1998 including several trips to Antarctica. She is a true believer in lifetime learning finding in travelling the best source of inspiration to share her knowledge and keep learning. Nicole is a great natural storyteller and also mastered this skill learning from the best in Chile.
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Program No.
25045
Duration
1 hour
At a Glance
Join Nicole Flores, seasoned polar expedition guide, for the first lecture in a four-part series on the Arctic and Antarctic regions. Explore the geographical comparisons of the poles, including terrain, weather and inhabitants. Learn about the historical quest to reach the "true poles," the pioneers who first set foot there and how people explore the polar regions in the 21st century.
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General Notes
This lecture is the first in a series of four: "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Discovering the True Poles" (#25045); "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Ecosystems of the Arctic and Antarctic" (#25049); "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Life at Polar Research Stations" (#25133); "Online Lecture: Polar Opposites — Expert Panel Discussion" (#25056). Your online lecture will take place live over the course of 1-2 hours. All times are listed in the EASTERN time zone. If you live in a different time zone, please adjust your schedule accordingly. This live online experience uses Zoom Webinar, an easy-to-use web video service that includes closed captioning. All you need is an Internet connection and your computer. You will receive a confirmation email when you enroll, and a reminder email one week and one day before, as well as the morning of the event with a link and instructions on how to tune in. You will not be pictured on screen during the lecture, but you will have the opportunity to ask the instructor live questions using the Q&A box. Unless otherwise noted, all those who enroll in this program receive access to the live event as well as a recording of the lecture that you can watch any time within the two weeks following the live event.
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Nicole Flores Jara
Nicole was born and raised in Chile. Her passion about her country and the region made her lead programs within South America since 1998 including several trips to Antarctica. She is a true believer in lifetime learning finding in travelling the best source of inspiration to share her knowledge and keep learning. Nicole is a great natural storyteller and also mastered this skill learning from the best in Chile.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
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