#Edtechchat focuses on Education Technology. Co-founder Tom Murray says #edtechchat "connects us professionally with inspiring educators from all over the world, all of who encourage us to be better every day for the children and families we serve.”
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Rural schools are often overlooked by edtech companies because of a lack of market share. What can rural schools do to ensure their students have the same access as more urban schools? #edtechchat
A1. Apply what technology they have to the skills available to their geographic region. If farming is of high demand, use technology to enable thinking for skills aimed at farming. #edTechChat
A1 share what you do have. Use the power of social media and make connections with reps at conferences. Name with a face is so important #edtechchat name
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Rural schools are often overlooked by edtech companies because of a lack of market share. What can rural schools do to ensure their students have the same access as more urban schools? #edtechchat
A1 Promote the idea that in #ruraled distance matters. What better place to test the power of #edtech? Will the tech connect community, share ideas, provide meaningful experiences? A good lab situation for developers. #edtechchat
A1: Build relationships with companies and sales people. Get the community involved. Share what you are currently doing and want to do on social media. Use Donor's Choose or similar fundraising sites. Think out of the box. #edtechchat
Welcome Kathleen!
Q1: Rural schools are often overlooked by edtech companies because of a lack of market share. What can rural schools do to ensure their students have the same access as more urban schools? #edtechchat
A1: Remember that it takes a village...the community must be involved, from the local govt to local companies. There is always a market when the community demands it #edtechchat
A1 - Oh, def interest Q from company perspective. Rural schools can be harder to support (lack of quality/available internet). To make apps fast, often content is delivered "on demand" & 2 versions are tough to support. Advocate for best quality internet you can get. #edtechchat
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Rural schools are often overlooked by edtech companies because of a lack of market share. What can rural schools do to ensure their students have the same access as more urban schools? #edtechchat
A1: using sites such as Kahn academy, or other resources they have access to (such as YouTube) would be a good starting point, but still not necessarily up to par w/ urbanized schools #edtechchat
A1 there are lots of urban schools to looking to connect with other areas of the country and world. building those connections can help gain access for rural schools #EdTechChat
A1 Promote the idea that in #ruraled distance matters. What better place to test the power of #edtech? Will the tech connect community, share ideas, provide meaningful experiences? A good lab situation for developers. #edtechchat
No, I mean they don't generally even consider our schools as viable partners. Even Google Expeditions wouldn't come to our school because we were over 50 miles from a large city. #EdTechChat
A1: Yep. I’m in Sonoma County Ca. Have been LOTS of local articles lately of businesses, contractors, wineries, farms, ag-businesses not having nearly enough skilled workers to do their jobs. Especially when tech is involved. NEED them as partners #edtechchat
A1: It's interesting that this question combines being overlooked by companies with having access. Since I am with a rural school, maybe a Q for the more connected: to what extent do you rely on companies to provide access, vs. having to research and access yourself? #edtechchat
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Rural schools are often overlooked by edtech companies because of a lack of market share. What can rural schools do to ensure their students have the same access as more urban schools? #edtechchat
True. There are a lot of free, low-budget resources that schools can use like Edmodo or Padlet. My school is not rural, but a small private school just starting up. It's hard to get GAFE to notice me. I need to follow up with them. #edtechchat
A) I think local businesses as well as big businesses operating in the area are prime to help support. ROEs can also provide PD and problem solving.#edTechChat
A1 there are lots of urban schools to looking to connect with other areas of the country and world. building those connections can help gain access for rural schools #EdTechChat
A1: I think rural communities need to embrace #makered and #pbl even more than other schools - the first challenges they face are getting connected - why not leverage students energy and ideas? #edtechchat
A1: A rural location is a great place to pilot and/or test out new products! Rural is not your norm “feature” school which makes it the perfect “feature” school. #edtechchat
Absolutely agree! I’m like incorporating the community too. There are all kinds of resources out there if you take the time to go on a proactive face to face hunt. @jennyktechin#edtechchat
In reply to
@nathan_stevens, @TG_Neil, @jennyktechin
Focus on smaller companies. #edtech startups *need* to show their product works (& is liked) and are always looking to pair with committed schools. Great way to be cutting edge *and* help mold new products #edtechchat
@TG_Neil I think you, I, and some of the #RuralEdChat regulars discussed a similar idea at some point. Need to bump researching this back up higher on my priority list. #EdTechChat
Q2: Students in rural schools may still not have internet access at home. What can educators do to help close the tech divide this creates? #edtechchat
Ts must use the tech they’re allotted to enhance lessons. Connect with vendors at conferences. Network with educators in & out of district. Use social media to tell their stories & make connections. Relationships are powerful. #edtechchat
**Q1**
Rural schools are often overlooked by edtech companies because of a lack of market share. What can rural schools do to ensure their students have the same access as more urban schools? #edtechchat
No, I mean they don't generally even consider our schools as viable partners. Even Google Expeditions wouldn't come to our school because we were over 50 miles from a large city. #EdTechChat
Facts! My district is doing this right now.#.. super small town making those local connections. We are working what we have and the support is amazing! #MakerMovement is real @jennyktechin#edtechchat
A2 Access is an opportunity for the entire community. Access at libraries with longer S friendly hours or staffed study room and hotspots to share. Local businesses with WiFi. #edtechchat
Secondary schools CANNOT get away with purely academic focus anymore. Kids being left out with no CTE (shops). Need MS kids to have HUGE career tech investigations through the 6-8th grade years. Connect w/ community businesses. Passionless learning is like #edtechchat
A1: convince the school board of the importance of tech. I just sat on a textbook selection cmte. All new textbooks have a huge tech component #edtechchat
A2 - Don't assign tech components for homework, add after school and lunchtime clubs for these students. Consider opening school (computer lab?) on weekends (whole community could benefit. #edtechchat
Q2: Students in rural schools may still not have internet access at home. What can educators do to help close the tech divide this creates? #edtechchat
A2: I teach in a mix of rural and urban student backgrounds. Many do not have internet at home. Ss have access to use tech all day, and I try not to give homework that requires internet access. Usually, they can finish those tasks within our class time. #edtechchat
A2 if doing flipped instructions have videos on flash drives for students to watch. Have students do a lot of the creation on paper that they can transfer to tech when on campus #edTechChat
A2: I know one teacher encouraged students to visit a library or a coffee shop as most places have free WiFi. Problem is that Ss devices may not be compatible with certain tech. #edtechchat
A2) my district has a service agreement with Comcast to offer internet free to those that qualify. Maybe the school library or a local cafe could offer free internet and resources for extended hours. #edTechChat
Implement activities that makes working offline possible (such as Google Docs) and work with community leaders to provide free internet service for those families. All goes back to building and maintaining positive relationships. #edtechchat
Q2: Students in rural schools may still not have internet access at home. What can educators do to help close the tech divide this creates? #edtechchat
A2: From the perspective of teaching coding to students w/o home computers: you get better at coming up with "unplugged" activities, alternate assignments for paper and pencil, and good concept reviews. I'd love to hear other answers, I hit this wall regularly #EdTechChat
Q2: Students in rural schools may still not have internet access at home. What can educators do to help close the tech divide this creates? #edtechchat
A2: I think that advocating for students within the school system itself and also outside of the schooling system (maybe a state level) to try and allocate necessary funds for technology (perhaps on a rental basis as well) #edtechchat
A2: The @CoSN Digital Equity toolkit offers ideas and best practices for meeting the needs of students without home internet access: https://t.co/FRKRK498Uc#edtechchat
A2: Encourage your school to apply for a Sprint 1Million Project grant. Which gives schools free hotspots for students on free and reduced lunch. Awesome opportunity. https://t.co/glqXgvDZcI#edtechchat
A2.2: Ss often use community resources like the library or fast food places. Our district just got a few hotspots start using with sports teams as they travel long distances to games. This should hopefully help close that gap as we continue to get more hotspots. #edtechchat
A2: open up labs before/after sch & during lunch, use chromebooks w/offline access & it’ll sync at school, talk to local businesses to see if they will have offer free Wi-Fi on site
#edtechchat
Yeah. The middle school and HS I went to were considered rural. And even though it was/is a pretty high income area, internet access was still well behind the city it bordered. Transportation when kids can't drive or get there walking/bike is tough. #edtechchat
Fav community example...a group opened a defunct laundry mat (free laundry) & a local tech company offered free wifi & taught coding skills to women & children
#edtechchat#BestIdeaEver!
A2. Joining the twittersphere for #edtechchat. Bear with me! Open media free time to access tech throughout the day. Also sending links through classroom community apps such as Dojo that can be accessed from a parent's smartphone if a child doesn't have access to a computer.
A2: I know one teacher encouraged students to visit a library or a coffee shop as most places have free WiFi. Problem is that Ss devices may not be compatible with certain tech. #edtechchat
A2: If tech access is low at home then we must make sure that we have technology integrated throughout our classroom to build digital literacy. This is a common issue through inner cities with high need populations #edtechchat
A2: I have also seen schools print out a map of all the locations within 5 miles of the school that offer free wifi - the public libraries, the Starbucks and other coffee shops, etc. #edtechchat
Q2: Students in rural schools may still not have internet access at home. What can educators do to help close the tech divide this creates? #edtechchat
Although, I think there's something freeing about planning school around kids *not* being connected when home. Starting the work-life balance on a better foot than most of us adults... #edtechchat
Yes! The landscape is changing so quickly. Edus repurpose tech in the service of learning. It is essential that we share how we are leveraging the tools to support learning and offer support to Ps and community. #edtechchat#digcit#diglit
Some school districts are installing wi-fi hotspots on school buses so kids can do homework during long commutes! Here's an example: https://t.co/wq4cedYMwK#edtechchat
In reply to
@BeTheChnge, @TG_Neil, @MusingsOnEdTech
It's hard when everything costs more than your budget. I find that there are a lot of nice free alternatives, but there are also concerns over privacy, especially when dealing with administrative software. #edtechchat
A3: I think the community may need to be educated on the value of EdTech. Invite the parents in, they will be amazed at the amazing things their kids are doing! #edtechchat
What a nice resource to provide families with. All counties should provide a database of companies/stores that provide network access and digital tools #edtechchat
A3 - Oh another good one. I think this problem is universal. Just as many see all games/videos/tv shows as entertainment only. Two thoughts: education and participation. Tell them the difference, but more importantly *show* them. Have them use it. #edtechchat
A2 I think this highlights the need for EdTech in schools. Educators can band together to call for increases in tech literacy in the same way as we’ve emphasize the need for print literacy and mathematical understanding. #edtechchat
Focusing on creation over consumption is a great place to start. Even if the available platforms include social media, student voice should be at the center of edtech activity
#edtechchat
A3 Broadcast the great work being done. Share all learning (#edtech included) via blogs, etc. pointing out learner outcomes. Reach out to the local community paper to add stories about the #FutureReady learning happening in school. #edtechchat
A3: I think it is important to distinguish between passive consumption of technology (i.e. liking instagram photos) with active technology use (content creation, collaboration, etc.) #edtechchat
A3 My advice is for teachers and the parents. Get everyone involved so they can see the benefits first hand. Not only will this help with buy in but i will help with opening doors of communication. I love the digital age #edtechchat@jennyktechin
A3: Focus on the benefits, the skills being taught and why they're good for students. Not just "this is a skill they should have", but, "here is why this skill will help them in jobs and future education". #EdTechChat
A3: @CommonSenseEd has materials to host a bunch of awesome parent information nights. Every time I use them, I get great feedback. Highly recommended to get parents thinking about tech and how it impacts home and school. #edtechchat
A3: @CommonSenseEd has materials to host a bunch of awesome parent information nights. Every time I use them, I get great feedback. Highly recommended to get parents thinking about tech and how it impacts home and school. #edtechchathttps://t.co/C1dtfT6BvL
Yeah, the whole data thing is a big concern these days. I don't just want to integrate anything because it's free. You can't be that desperate, you know? #edtechchat
Parent Tech Night! A teacher I admire (ahem @CESYoda) hosted one. 5th graders were able to showcase what they’re learning through tech. Everyone there was impressed. More events like this will bring the community in. #edtechchat
Q2: Students in rural schools may still not have internet access at home. What can educators do to help close the tech divide this creates? #edtechchat
Agreed - I automatically think of creation when I think #edtech, not consumption - produce the video, audio/ voice of the community to show the difference #edtechchat
A3: I think it is important to distinguish between passive consumption of technology (i.e. liking instagram photos) with active technology use (content creation, collaboration, etc.) #edtechchat
A3: Community forums at the rural school's location. Invite parents, students, and administration from urban/city schools to discuss the value of EdTech for all. Open their eyes to all the possibilities! #edtechchat
A3) at the next football game, music concert or community event have students demonstrate the use of technology by showing their creations and connecting to the real world -gps in tractors, robotics in industry, etc. #edTechChat
a3 My assignment sheet is online. Ss can download worksheets & video as needed to work ahead or catch up. The social part only comes if they ask Qs. #edtechchat
A3 #edtechchat Be sure Tech is being used across the curriculum to enhance instructional practice. Take advantage of assistive and support technologies to help all learners. Let students use tech to solve real world problems.
You need both. Why create if no one is every going to consume it? It's important to balance both. We need to learn how to be good at *both* ends. #edtechchat
Mine opened & cleaned labs for me daily. They helped w/work orders & troubleshooting. They worked during school events & helped during PD sessions for Ts. I taught at an elem school
#edtechchat
A3: partner with community orgs to produce content digital fire prevention or safety vids (we have just had a week of flooding), promo matls, etc #edtechchat
Q4: Going to conferences is very expensive, especially for rural educators where travel to large cities may be cost prohibitive. How can rural educators stay informed about the latest trends? (Let’s not say Twitter, as we are already here.) #edtechchat
A4: Most conferences have hashtags to follow #NotAtISTE, but also think #EdCamps are a great, inexpensive way to go. Also, @DonorsChoose offers grants for PD for Ts. Just have to think outside box sometimes
#edtechchat
A4: Conferences really need to start making virtual offerings for members so that many who cannot travel for whatever reason can still participate in the conference circuit. #edtechchat
A4: There are lots of free webinars available. Also, there are unconferences and meetups that Ts have coffee shops and so forth. Also, they can check to see if there are any local conferences nearby, such as regional CUEs for example. #edtechchat
Free online courses are great for learning and connecting. And the #IMMOOC starts up again tonight! Lots of great opportunities to connect with educators who are passionate about innovative learning https://t.co/M7OGExI8oC#edtechchat
Q4: Going to conferences is very expensive, especially for rural educators where travel to large cities may be cost prohibitive. How can rural educators stay informed about the latest trends? (Let’s not say Twitter, as we are already here.) #edtechchat
A4 Create a collaboratively curated resource using @Flipboard or @Diigo. Gather articles from blogs & tweets and follow conference tags and add to the collection. Use material at next meeting/conversation. #edtechchat
Q4: Going to conferences is very expensive, especially for rural educators where travel to large cities may be cost prohibitive. How can rural educators stay informed about the latest trends? (Let’s not say Twitter, as we are already here.) #edtechchat
A4: EdCamps like #EdCampSEMO since they are free; if you don't have one around you, create your own! Webinars. Books. YouTube videos. Network. #edtechchat
Q4: Going to conferences is very expensive, especially for rural educators where travel to large cities may be cost prohibitive. How can rural educators stay informed about the latest trends? (Let’s not say Twitter, as we are already here.) #edtechchat
I know Edmodo held a live conference. That was very fun attend. It felt like you were actually there. I could keep with the FETC through Twitter, but I'm just getting bits & pieces. It'd be nice to get more. #edtechchat
A4) two different rural regional offices of education paid for me to come offer coding and robotics PD for teachers- one had a grant. This way it wasn’t just one district so the cost was reasonable for Ts and schools #edTechChat
A1: Rural schools can reach out to Foundations, parent organizations, local businesses, & the school board for funding, equipment, and volunteers. They can propose their needs & ideas to venues such as federal & state grants and online platforms such as @DonorsChoose. #edtechchat
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Rural schools are often overlooked by edtech companies because of a lack of market share. What can rural schools do to ensure their students have the same access as more urban schools? #edtechchat
Q4: Going to conferences is very expensive, especially for rural educators where travel to large cities may be cost prohibitive. How can rural educators stay informed about the latest trends? (Let’s not say Twitter, as we are already here.) #edtechchat
Q4: It would be nice if educators could register for a conference via live stream at a very discounted rate to hear the information. That was a whole group/team could watch a breakout session of choice and collaborate from their home school. #edtechchat
I think it would be extremely powerful for our students to participate in an event like this one, discussing some course content/work. Talk about collaboration!!! #edtechchat#ALPLEARN
A4: MOOCs, Edcamps, local tech days in districts, conf hashtags, webinars, google the current techies & keynotes to follow them on social media #edtechchat
Joining and being active in organizations such as @iste & @NAEYC) will give educators conference discounts. Networking is HUGE. Don’t be afraid to reach out to other educators for guidance. Doesn’t have to be in your district. Social media is a beneficial asset. #edtechchat
Q4: Going to conferences is very expensive, especially for rural educators where travel to large cities may be cost prohibitive. How can rural educators stay informed about the latest trends? (Let’s not say Twitter, as we are already here.) #edtechchat
A4 Some of my best "Aha" moments came while sitting and talking teacher with a peer in an informal setting. One idea sparks another and off we go! #edtechchat
Q4: Google conference calls are a great way of staying in touch with people all around the world at a fraction of the price. It's innovative and resourceful for everyone who may not be able to afford the trip. #edtechchat
Read books and get involved in the online communities associated with them. Kids Deserve It! comes to mind as an awesome community of like-minded educators who are constantly learning from one another and pushing each other to be better for kids. #edtechchat
A4: MOOCs, Edcamps, local tech days in districts, conf hashtags, webinars, google the current techies & keynotes to follow them on social media #edtechchat
Elephant in room: Ts reluctant to use edtechchat. They need time to play and learn, usually requires live person. Once they have positive exp, more likely to use #edtechchat
Q5: Rural students often don’t have a national voice. What can we as educators do to help ensure they are heard as well as their urban counterparts? #edtechchat
A2: I have also seen schools print out a map of all the locations within 5 miles of the school that offer free wifi - the public libraries, the Starbucks and other coffee shops, etc. #edtechchat
Do you all post the resources, agenda, topics, etc, anything online anywhere? Would love to learn how you run it! Looking into the possibility of one out this way. #EdTechChat
Our great tech director does the same. A three day tech camp is available to any T w/ small stipend and lunch for each day. It is a terrific way for edus to deepen their understanding of #edtech. Moving onto our 5th year I think. #edtechchat
A5: My previous school district has amazing student leaders who get involved in the state and national levels of their organizations such as FFA. They use their voice to speak out! #studentvoice#edtechchat
Build more #PBL opportunities with technology and share it. The more you design, build, and post the more you'll draw attention. Allow Ss freedom to create and see where they run.
A5: lobby for rural Ed SPec. Int. Group (SIG) within your professional org. We may be spread out geographically, but there are a lot of us! #edtechchat
A5. I do feel rural Ss have to work hard to be heard. Social media and #PLNs have come a long way, giving students a voice that they didn’t have before! All it takes is a supportive #leader & #educator to get it started! #edtechchat#share#stuvoice
Q5: Rural students often don’t have a national voice. What can we as educators do to help ensure they are heard as well as their urban counterparts? #edtechchat
A5 - Same thing many urban schools did - get together and form groups that speak as one voice. More people behind it, more powerful the voice becomes. #edtechchat
Q5: Rural students often don’t have a national voice. What can we as educators do to help ensure they are heard as well as their urban counterparts? #edtechchat
Q5: Rural students often don’t have a national voice. What can we as educators do to help ensure they are heard as well as their urban counterparts? #edtechchat
Q5: Rural students often don’t have a national voice. What can we as educators do to help ensure they are heard as well as their urban counterparts? #edtechchat
Our great tech director does the same. A three day tech camp is available to any T w/ small stipend and lunch for each day. It is a terrific way for edus to deepen their understanding of #edtech. Moving onto our 5th year I think. #edtechchat
A5: As educators of rural students it is our job to advocate for them! Social media makes it possible for the voices of rural teachers and students to be heard by a global audience! #edtechchat
A5: plug them on social media teach them to share & brag on their accomplishments & build a PLN, use resources to grow & share I.e. vlog, blog,YouTube, podcast #edtechchat
A5: Ensure those students that we hear them and will fight along side them and lend our support to them. Continue to work to find ways to help them gain a national voice #edtechchat
A2: Companies focused on education such as @Kajeet have excellent options. Creativity is also key. Wireless hubs on school buses for the commute AND parked in central locations have been used, as well as satellite dishes. #Edtechchat
Q2: Students in rural schools may still not have internet access at home. What can educators do to help close the tech divide this creates? #edtechchat
A5 Share S voice by giving them a platform. Empower them to share what they think is important, choice & voice. Provide opportunities to connect with other Ss around lrng. @VitalSignsME is a great example. Ss can share research with one another. #edtechchat
A5: so many people saying how social media is the answer. Hard to disagree, especially as our students continue to be more and more adept and using it themselves. Must consider privacy, though, when talking about classroom use. #edtechchat
Q5: Rural students often don’t have a national voice. What can we as educators do to help ensure they are heard as well as their urban counterparts? #edtechchat
A5: partner with Ss in other schools/areas for projects:citizen science, global efforts, collaborative writing, etc... My favorite is Global Monster Project... #edtechchat
A2: Also, some schools have developed CDs and thumb/flash drives of videos and other materials that students need at home but that cannot be downloaded, for houses with computers but no or little Internet access. #edtechchat
Q2: Students in rural schools may still not have internet access at home. What can educators do to help close the tech divide this creates? #edtechchat
As our students become more comfortable with social media, we must teach them to use it in a professional way. No different than teaching about face-to-face communication, email, or old-school postal mail. #edtechchat
Q5: Encourage school admins to do partnership days. Each school could host another for a day and explore resources/share ideas. An in-school field trip at another school in the county. #edtechchat
Find (safe) ways to display their work whether it be a blog (Google sites) or portfolios (@Seesaw). Invite news reporters, families, leaders, etc. into schools to speak to students & highlight their achievements; create events where they can showcase their talents... #edtechchat
Q5: Rural students often don’t have a national voice. What can we as educators do to help ensure they are heard as well as their urban counterparts? #edtechchat
A2: Last, @CoSN and this publication may have information: A GUIDEBOOK FOR SUCCESS: STRATEGIES FOR IMPLEMENTING PERSONALIZED LEARNING IN RURAL SCHOOLS - April 2017 https://t.co/mKNWFkaIgs#edtechchat
Q2: Students in rural schools may still not have internet access at home. What can educators do to help close the tech divide this creates? #edtechchat
Q6: It has been said that the internet opens the classroom walls to the world. What resources can you share with rural educators to help make this easier? #edtechchat
A6: Love Mystery Google Hangouts/Skypes, Collaborative Projects, Virtual Field Trips, and def connecting educators through different social media platforms
#EdTechChat
Q6: It has been said that the internet opens the classroom walls to the world. What resources can you share with rural educators to help make this easier? #edtechchat
A6 incredible communities have come together around tools like @Seesaw@flipgrid@OneNoteEDU@SkypeClassroom and more. Look for them on the web and social media. It’s so easy to be connected virtually today. #edtechchat
Q6: It has been said that the internet opens the classroom walls to the world. What resources can you share with rural educators to help make this easier? #edtechchat
A5: Maximize use of social media as way to extend rural voices. Maybe create something similar to https://t.co/SvXaBWBhzK ,but focused on rural life. It is really still human. #edtechchat
A6: Skype is one. Classes can link up with another class in another city, state, or world. There were 2 classes that did a Skype guessing game to guess where each class was located. It looked fun! #edtechchat
Google Tour Builder is a really cool resource to take learning outside of your classroom walls to just about anywhere on Earth! https://t.co/AVNwNw5Z6b#edtechchat
Q6: It has been said that the internet opens the classroom walls to the world. What resources can you share with rural educators to help make this easier? #edtechchat
A6: Using any sorts of video-calling resources such as Skype makes sharing ideas easier and available to more people. Even posting educational videos on YouTube goes a long way in sharing ideas/resources with others. #edtechchat
A5: Maximize use of social media as way to extend rural voices. Maybe create something similar to https://t.co/SvXaBWBhzK ,but focused on rural life. It is really still human. #edtechchat
Google Tour Builder is a really cool resource to take learning outside of your classroom walls to just about anywhere on Earth! https://t.co/AVNwNw5Z6b#edtechchat
A6: Skype is one. Classes can link up with another class in another city, state, or world. There were 2 classes that did a Skype guessing game to guess where each class was located. It looked fun! #edtechchat
Classroom social media accounts are a great start - especially at the elementary level. Moderated by an adult, but allowing students to share their voices. @Seesaw is a great app to teach these skills with authentic audiences #edtechchat
Q6: It has been said that the internet opens the classroom walls to the world. What resources can you share with rural educators to help make this easier? #edtechchat