Thing 3 Skype

I explored quite a bit in Skype. It was interesting reading how other teachers are using Skype to communicate with classrooms in other countries. I learned about proper etiquette in setting up Skype conferences and some tips on avoiding video problems during conferencing. This reminds me of the conferencing connections SBISD had years ago. I can't recall the name of the program, but I do remember my students conferencing with trainers at an oceanography zoo when we were learning about penguins and other animals that inhabited the "poles". I recall how excited my students were with the " being there" experience, able to ask questions and have them answered instantly. Now we can go from classroom to classroom. The opportunities for learning for today's students are becoming limitless!