Collaborations

By Joe Catania

Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration  • http://www.cilc.org

Read Around the Planet  • http://www.twice.cc/read/

Global Nomads Group - GNG  • http://gng.org

Two Way Interactions in Education (TWICE) TWICE is the State of Michigan’s videoconference data warehouse. They have searchable lists for field trips, shared classrooms, projects, and professional development.

• http://www.twice.cc/ Global School Net Global School Net offers many different

connection possibilities. They have videoconference lists from around the world as well as other connection ideas, including pen pals, and packages. Great resource for teachers looking for projects on a Global level.

• http://www.globalschoolnet.org/index.cfm

To motivate and give purpose to learning.

A means for motivating students and providing relevance.

Lively interaction First, it provides unique learning

experiences for students. If using ip technology it is free.

Skits Illustrations (check your document camera setup

first!) Plays Dramatizations Raps Student-created books Songs Game shows or quiz shows Original poetry Recitation of poetry Original songs Student projects in your current curriculum Persuasive essays Paint a mural Sign language A news show about your community

Always place a test cal at least 24hrs prior to your scheduled conference.

Prepare students and all involved that technology sometimes does not work.

The more interactive the better.