Week 6 - Introduction

By the end of this module you should be able to:

  • Use Skype to communicate with others at a distanceSkype in the classroom
  • Use Google+ Hangouts to communicate with others at a distance
  • Explain how synchronous video tools, such as Skype and Hangouts, can be used in teaching and learning
  • Connect with guests and other classrooms that you'd like to communicate with in your teaching and/or professional development

Task List

1. Skype in the Classroom

  • Visit and read / watch the materials on the module page

2. Google+ Hangouts in the Classroom

  • Visit and read / watch the materials on the module page

3. Watch the conversation with Alan Stange (details about asking Alan questions are provided in this section). The session will be at be at 11 AM Eastern Standard Time on Wednesday, February 18.

4. Post to the discussion forum your reflections and ideas for using synchronous video in teaching and learning.

 

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