Global Collaboration and Connections with Skype

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

Expert Skype

Sleuth Skype

Literacy Block Skypes

Simultaneous Skypes

Mystery Skype

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

Mystery Skype

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