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"Since the 1990's educators have leveraged the power of the Internet to forge online global collaborative learning. More recently global competency and intercultural understanding in conjunction with cross-border collaboration and digital fluency have emerged as 'future ready' key capabilities. However, learning environments struggle to embed authentic real world learning and build capacity for global connection and collaboration. Julie shares new perspectives on developing a Global Collaborator Mindset and implementing Online Global Collaborative Learning (OGCL) as a pedagogical approach. "

Excellent slideshow by @langwitches sharing new curriculum objectives to support globally connected learning.

This article suggests ways to bring global perspectives into the classroom through: * Books - global stories * Textbooks that specifically feature global perspectives * Involvement in global projects * Bringing personal travel experiences into the classroom * Connecting with global educators online * Connecting with classrooms overseas, e.g. Pen Pal Schools

Blog post on the ISTE Connects blog on communication between different cultures when collaborating globally

I am excited to be sharing global pedagogy in the world language classroom with educators from NJAIS (New Jersey Association of Independent Schools). How do we make world language teaching more relevant for our students in the US? How do we move, as Jason Cummings pointed out, towards oral fluency and interpersonal communication through global connections?

Delighted to see this article in THE Journal about global collaboration, including Flat Connections projects. hats off to Theresa Allen and Avylon Magarey for also sharing their ideas and practices as they join classrooms around the world.

School systems are still being far too reactive in their social media policies (some do not even have one). Outside of schools, students are 'on and connected' to virtual environments and social networks. Teachers must embrace these technologies inside and outside of the classroom to have a meaningful connection with their students and promote collaboration amongst students. Too many improprieties are occurring because the rules of collaboration are unclear and the power of online collaboration and communication goes untapped. Parents, teachers, and school leaders have a responsibility to guide students through understanding the characteristics of a global digital citizenship. "

This is a digital book published in February ,2104. It is about the connected classroom and how to use it to engage students both locally and globally.

Flat Connections regularly needs volunteer teachers to help review students work. This is a great opportunity to be part of global collaborative learning and to extend your PLN. Volunteer today!

This article provides suggestions on how to connect students with peers and resources globally to find information, make comparisons and consider different perspectives. The suggestions all contain links for further information

This is a great article because it provides many practical resources to help teachers get started in connecting their classes to other students around the world. It also includes a list of resources to help facilitate this digital communication and collaboration. There are links to these resources for further information.

Wayfarers Cycle connects Indigenous communities around the world.