Skype
Building Global Connections and Learning Opportunities
“I lost my tooth! Can I Skype with Nana?”
Global Citizenship
Authentic Audiences
Connecting Classrooms
Speaking, listening, communicatingPhoto Credit: http://www.loyolaschool.org/home/In+Classrooms/4th+Grade/Alberts
Literacy Block Skypes
Simultaneous Skypes
http://www.education.skype.com
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Create a symphony of learning
Jigsaw SkypePhoto Credit: http://www.loyolaschool.org/home/In+Classrooms/4th+Grade/Alberts
RolesIntroductions/Presenters/Closers
QuestionersPresenters
Atlas keepersGoogle Earth
Google Searchers
Clue KeepersPhotographers
BloggersTweeters
Joke TellersTech Support
Student designed roles and responsibilities
Rehearsal, presentation, collaborationClassroom Blog: http://www.loyolaschool.org/home/In+Classrooms/4th+Grade/Alberts
Co-teaching and co-learning
Building connections
Rules
*Each class takes turns asking yes/no questions.
*Presenters/Hosts are the spokespeople for the class.
Etiquette
We are friendly and respectful, but avoid giving away
information about our location or time of day.
Roles
What will be your role?
Let’s #Mystery Skype! Questions?
Re-envision lessons
“Wouldn’t it be cool if...”
Start whole group.Gradually add complexity.
Global Collaboration