The Global Classroom

This is a quick reference, step by step directions...helpful for me after watching the Atomic Learning tutorial

If you are having trouble with You Tube features and functions, you might not be the problem. Here is a list of current site issues. I am having trouble with the video editor: it does not play the video in preview.

I was thrilled to be invited to present at the Social Media Workshop organized by the Language Acquisition Resource Center at San Diego State University. Here are the slides from today's presentation: You can download the handouts from the session here. Check out the recording of the session, too.

Abstract This presentation introduced Skype and how it can be used to: 1) connect teachers with other professionals - and save on long distance charges - even internationally 2) empower language teachers and tutors 3) give presentations and workshops 4) be a stepping stone to using more sophisticated technology in the classroom. It was noted that for those who are new to using technology in the language learning classroom, Skype is an effective way to experiment with technology, while minimizing the risk of things going wrong. Using Skype can help teachers improve their technology literacy and increase their confidence using technology in the language learning classroom. It provides an excellent stepping stone for those who are not entirely "fluent" with more sophisticated technologies.

If you're looking for a school or classroom for your students to partner with, there's no place like the World Wide Web. "People need to get out there and form an online presence," says high school French teacher Toni Theisen. There are online communities everywhere just waiting to be blasted with your callout for a sister classroom.

Skype is user-friendly, free video chat software that in recent years has become wildly popular for long-distance communication, be it with college students studying abroad who want to keep in contact with friends and family back in their home country or for international business correspondence.

The possibilities of Skype to flatten your classroom are endless. Here are 10 ways to use Skype in your classroom.

Importance of educating students on their vDNA (virtual DNA - online persona) and the impact digital communication on their life.

try this...will it work for us

Links with ways to use the different features of Google in a classroom