Every third Tuesday of the month at 10am PT, Microsoft Innovative Educators and expert hosts discuss a monthly changing theme during two #MSFTEduChat TweetMeet sessions for educators. The topic for May 15 will be Inclusive Classrooms and Accessibility.
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@skypeathon
Thanks for the shoutout @ISTEglobalPLN ! Excited to be co-hosting my first #MSFTEduChat TweetMeet with Skype Master Teachers from around the world. Starting in 20 minutes. Discussing what students learn when they travel the world in the classroom setting.
Looking for US-based middle school classes and international primary/reception partners for our Christmas Card Exchange! Contact me or @mrs_smoke to sign up. https://t.co/2yyzzFVv8Y#MSFTEduChat
Excited for intense learning #msfteduchat about @SkypeClassroom ! Karey Killian @CoLIBRAtoRY K-5 Library Media Specialist who LOVES seeing the wonder, joy, and curiosity in students with every Skype call. "Mrs. Killian are we Skyping with anyone today?"
@SkypeClassroom#MSFTEduChat Did a Skype chat with my brother and 3rd graders at a local elementary as he gave them a tour of his work - a video game testing lab!
Great to have you with us Paul! We're looking forward to hearing all about your travels... We know your students have been to some fascinating places through @SkypeClassroom! #Skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
Hello I'm is Lindsay Bayne from the #MicrosoftEDU team excited to share and learn how we can improve our plans around Skypeathon next week during this #MSFTEdUChat
A1 @skypeclassroom gives little people a big voice on a global platform. It gives students the opportunity to lead their learning in a fun and engaging way #MSFTEduChat@MicrosoftEDU
A1: Skype in the Classroom is a great way for students to experience other cultures and enhance lessons by visiting locations theyโre learning about. #MSFTEduChat
A1 Skype in the classroom provides opportunities for SS to learn about different cultures, visit places they might never visit, and connect with people from all over the world. Global perspectives. #msfteduchat
A1. Educators should use @SkypeClassroom because it gives students authentic and engaging learning experiences that connect to your curriculum. Also, it's fun and when kids have fun learning, they learn! #MSFTEduChat#SkypeaThon
A1 - Skype brings experts from around the world into the classroom, sometimes multiple times per day, virtual field trips...experiential learning! #MSFTEduChat
#MSFTEduChat
skype has being an enriching experience for our students , traveeling and learning about the world.
1.An opportunity to grow
https://t.co/NfDf0MO0PD experience,improve knowledge and inspires me.
A1 Because it can bring so many fun and extraordinary experiences to our students. There are so many ways to use Skype in the Classroom, there is literally something for everyone! #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
To give students the possibility of visiting far away museums & National Parks everytime they carry out a Virtual Field Trip #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat#mieexpertlatam
A1 - Use @SkypeClassroom to connect your classroom. We just skyped @YellowstoneNPS rangers last week and had a fabulous chat, learned so much about geology! @#MSFTEduChat
A 1: To bring new opportunities into the classroom, real life ones! To give students the chance to get to know different cultures directly! To help students develop self regulation!!!
A1 It opens the walls of classrooms so students can see the world, learn empathy by building relationships and create change! #MSFTEduChat@SkypeClassroom
To give students the possibility of visiting far away museums & National Parks everytime they carry out a Virtual Field Trip #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat#mieexpertlatam
Hello I'm is Lindsay Bayne from the #MicrosoftEDU team excited to share and learn how we can improve our plans around Skypeathon next week during this #MSFTEdUChat
To give students the possibility of visiting far away museums & National Parks everytime they carry out a Virtual Field Trip #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat#mieexpertlatam
#MSFTEduChat
skype ia a plaform for boosting confidence in kids and developing many skills like collaboration, emapthy , team work.
they get a glimpse of multi cuture and different lifestyles
@SkypeClassroom#MSFTEduChat
A1 @skypeclassroom is the most powerful educational tool freely available to educators today! It can enhance and enrich teaching and learning whilst also inspiring students to be more and do more! #msfteduchat#skypemt#mieexpert#MicrosoftEdu
A2 go to Microsoft educator community (link) and complete the 5 simple courses which show you how to get the most out of @skypeclassroom or connect with #skypeMT - youโll be missing out if you donโt #MSFTEduChat@MicrosoftEDU
A2: Start small. Skype with a teacher across the hall to get your students acclimated. Then dream big! Weโre skipping with @DisneyPixar@majornelson and a developer on Minecraft soon! #MSFTEduChat
A2: Best tip for someone new to Skype in the Classroom - Let the students take the lead (their questions, their responses, their pick for who to Skype with). My first #mysteryskype I accidentally said our location out loud - now students lead, not me.
#skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A2 Gather resources before hand; practice with your Ss before the real session; let the other party know it's your 1st time; be BRAVE and just GO FOR IT; and Have FUN! #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A2: My best tip would be for students to prepare talking points and questions ahead of time. They get stage fright when on camera! Also, don't be shy about asking people to talk with your class...my best connection was found via a Twitter reply! #MSFTEduChat
A1 #MSFTEduChat To open the windows of our classroom and travel without passports and visas wherever we want! To learn without the borders. And then - Sky is the limit! :)
One of the most innovative ways, Roshan is through playing applied games with other classes. Mystery Skype is a great game to play. It's also easy and fun to play a Kahoot game with another class with Skype Screen sharing. #MSFTEduChat
A3 Be Open minded, Mystery Skype can by used not only to geography - it is a game "Guess what I am thinking about?" You can use it on literally all classes #MSFTEduChat#skypeathon
A2: from a frequent classroom visitors' perspective- make sure the camera is pointed at the students (not the ceiling, or out the window, or...) #MSFTEduChat
A2: Best tip for someone new to Skype in the Classroom - Let the students take the lead (their questions, their responses, their pick for who to Skype with). My first #mysteryskype I accidentally said our location out loud - now students lead, not me.
#skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A2 Be Open minded, Mystery Skype can by used not only to geography - it is a game "Guess what I am thinking about?" You can use it on literally all classes #MSFTEduChat#skypeathon
A2: Best tip for someone new to Skype in the Classroom - Let the students take the lead (their questions, their responses, their pick for who to Skype with). My first #mysteryskype I accidentally said our location out loud - now students lead, not me.
#skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A2: I love, love Yellowstone National Park! Always one of my favorites to have someone new! Tip: Just try it you will love the experience! #MSFTEduChat
#MSFTEduChat
skype ia a plaform for boosting confidence in kids and developing many skills like collaboration, emapthy , team work.
they get a glimpse of multi cuture and different lifestyles
@SkypeClassroom#MSFTEduChat
A2 be brave and dont put off using it. Doing that is the biggest regret of my career! Virtual field trips are alway a great way to start and helps you grow in confidence using @skypeclassroom#msfteduchat#skypemt#mieexpert#microsoftedu
A2 Take the time to prepare yourselves by making the signs, getting your maps ready, teaching your SS geography vocab if you are doing Mystery Skype. #msfteduchat
A2 be brave and dont put off using it. Doing that is the biggest regret of my career! Virtual field trips are alway a great way to start and helps you grow in confidence using @skypeclassroom#msfteduchat#skypemt#mieexpert#microsoftedu
Introduce yourself to the community, set availability and share your profile link..
go forward and book a session .. get involved in @SkypeClassroom#MSFTEduChat ๐
Well said, @Lanny_Watkins! I tell everyone to start with a virtual field trip, @NatlParkService offer amazing field trips and all the rangers are wonderful! #MSFTEduChat
A2 be brave and dont put off using it. Doing that is the biggest regret of my career! Virtual field trips are alway a great way to start and helps you grow in confidence using @skypeclassroom#msfteduchat#skypemt#mieexpert#microsoftedu
A1: Educators should use @SkypeClassroom because itโs an amazing opportunity for students to learn about other cultures, learn from experts across the globe and use their language, communicative and collaborative skills! #MSFTEduChat
Best tip for new eduactors
.. Become a member of MEC , select the subject of your choice time availablity ur students age group
Book any out of 5 ways to skype
@SkypeClassroom @
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A2 make sure to document your connections as your "learning adventures". Trust me, those memories will drive both you and your pupils in the future! #MSFTEduChat#MicrosoftEdu#SkypeMT#mieexpert
I think its the only virtual tool that helps to abridge gap . Sts horizon can be broader and it helps to elevate their confidence. It increases team collaboration. @dondi64#msfteduchat@skypeclassroom#skypeathon
In reply to
@nacroshanbcc, @dondi64, @dondi64, @SkypeClassroom
A2. A great tip is to go over Skype etiquette like eye contact, speaking loud and clear, etc. Also, it's a great idea to do a test call with a friend to make sure everything works before your first call! #MSFTEduChat
I think its the only virtual tool that helps to abridge gap . Sts horizon can be broader and it helps to elevate their confidence. It increases team collaboration. @dondi64#msfteduchat@skypeclassroom#skypeathon
In reply to
@nacroshanbcc, @dondi64, @dondi64, @SkypeClassroom
#MSFTEduChat Sharon, Kindergarten teacher in Vermont. 1 of our wonderful experiences with @SkypeClassroom was with a real forest ranger in Yellowstone National Park. Now I use each year with our exploration of forest life. @TeachSDGs
A2. Also, before your first Mystery Skype, tell the kids that you are excited but will want their feedback for how to make the next one even better. Empower them to help you! #MSFTEduChat
A2: Sign up on https://t.co/RlZ5AEMVM7 and take the Skype courses! If youโre nervous about your first call then set it up with someone you know and feel comfortable with. Thatโs what I did with @MrWestermark - weโd connected on Twitter first. #MSFTEduChat
A3 I split my class in to 3 groups. A research team. A questioning team. And a recording team. They use @MSonenote and @MSsway to work collaboratively to get the best of of their @skypeclassroom session #MSFTEduChat@MicrosoftEDU
A3: I prepare students for @SkypeClassroom lesson by reviewing types of questions to ask to get the best result. If playing #mysteryskype review key vocab, specific yes/no questioning, Skype etiquette - 5 min. prep #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A3: I help our teachers facilitate Skype connections. Our teachers do a great job of assigning jobs so each student is able to participate. #MSFTEduChat
#MSFTEduChat Sharon, Kindergarten teacher in Vermont. 1 of our wonderful experiences with @SkypeClassroom was with a real forest ranger in Yellowstone National Park. Now I use each year with our exploration of forest life. @TeachSDGs
A3: We use @bing & other information from @MicrosoftEDU to get background information about the session/speaker/event! Good for the Students to have prior knowledge to deepen understandings! #MSFTEduChat
Q3-We always set up norms & expectations for VFT & #mysteryskype we also did a practice call with T.s in the building so S's can see what it will look like & get their wiggles out #MSFTEduChat
A2 be brave and dont put off using it. Doing that is the biggest regret of my career! Virtual field trips are alway a great way to start and helps you grow in confidence using @skypeclassroom#msfteduchat#skypemt#mieexpert#microsoftedu
A3. Before our 1st Mystery Skype, we do a practice round w/my parents who pretend to be from another state. This gives my students practice before our first real one. It gives them confidence and sets them up for success! #MSFTEduChat
A3: We use #OneNote to prepare a few questions to ask as well as take notes during our #skype virtual tour, super easy-peasy, but prep questions and notes can be done on paper too! #MSFTEduChat
A3 My best experience in prep has been to do a practice Skype with the Ss. For Mystery Skype practice, we Skyped from their classroom to my office- and I pretended to be in another country. It was then that they learned how to perfect their questions. #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A3: as the visitor I appreciate when students have prepared questions. It helps the session be more interactive, which is a little more difficult when I am not in-person in the class. #MSFTEduChat
A3 #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat In the first few weeks of Kindergarten I use @Skype / @GoogleHangout with parents as a way to practice online etiquette with familiar faces before we use as a learning tool.
A3. Also, it's important to review Skype etiquette like eye contact, voice level, etc. If you're playing a game proper Skype sportsmanship is critical. #MSFTEduChat
A3: We use #OneNote to prepare a few questions to ask as well as take notes during our #skype virtual tour, super easy-peasy, but prep questions and notes can be done on paper too! #MSFTEduChat
Groups and missions according to their choices... don't push too hard, let them do what they want to do under your supervision, they will learn from each other all the tips at the end..๐@SkypeClassroom#MSFTEduChat
A3: I always discuss my expectations, but also talk about what they would want others to think of them. Being from Kansas, no we don't know Toto!!! :) #MSFTEduChat
A2: Sign up on https://t.co/RlZ5AEMVM7 and take the Skype courses! If youโre nervous about your first call then set it up with someone you know and feel comfortable with. Thatโs what I did with @MrWestermark - weโd connected on Twitter first. #MSFTEduChat
A3: as the visitor I appreciate when students have prepared questions. It helps the session be more interactive, which is a little more difficult when I am not in-person in the class. #MSFTEduChat
We agree! #SkypeClassroom & especially events like #skypeathon give students the chance to connect beyond the four walls of the classroom in a big way! #MSFTEduChat
A3: We had only one preparation. We were talking about the teachers from India about writers and poets from Serbia. My students prepared a presentation for students from India.
#MSFTEduChat#MicrosoftEdu#SkypeMT#mieexpert
A1: Virtual field Trips provides opportunities to visit museums, historical attractions, and other locations as students are given the chance of engaging in meaningful conversation with someone on site who will conduct a virtual tour for the class. #MSFTEduChat@SkypeClassroom
A1 It opens the walls of classrooms so students can see the world, learn empathy by building relationships and create change! #MSFTEduChat@SkypeClassroom
A3: Also great when students have done research/read the book/and have a sense of excitement about the visit.
I have teacher resources at https://t.co/GAtCbEAash to make it easier.
#MSFTEduChat
#MSFTEduChat#skypeathon I agree and I think once @Skype is introduced as a way to connect and have conversations with others, students develop an awareness and develop etiquette for using a variety of platforms. @TheGlobalGoals@TeachSDGs
A1 Skype creates so much excitement and anticipation of widening the breadth of learning for Ss-wish we did not have so many time zone issues. #MSFTEduChat
A4: Students are able to travel all over the world without leaving their classroom. It helps further enrich teacher lessons. One of my favorite overheard quotes from our students after Skyping with Chile was โtheyโre not all that different.โ #MSFTEduChat
A4: Students always learn something new with each @SkypeClassroom adventure. They are learning from experts, students, authors, explorers who provide deeper meaning than what I alone can provide #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
#Skypeathon#MSFTEduChat A1 - Because it's an easy an accessible way to open up the world, which starts all kinds of conversations for students. It's a brilliant and giant first step for so many post-Skype initiatives in the classroom.
A5: Since I am also an illustrator of kids books - LOTS OF VISUALS. I do a presentation on my art, living in Cameroon, water projects, and more.
Have to drop off to go to prior engagement. Nice chatting w you all.
#MSFTEduChat
A4 Ss benefit by learning and collaborating with others, sharing cultural experiences, broadening their world views, immersing in learning. #MSFTEduChat
Students can see similarities and differeneces between themselves and other children their age that live elsewhere in the world. #MSFTEduChat#SkypeaThon
A4 My students learn to meet cultural traditions and develop critical thinking and empathy, they are more motivated in the study. They love to learn through @SkypeClassroom#MSFTEduChat#MicrosoftEdu#skypeathon
A3: Today I didnโt have time to prep the students, so only had a few of minutes before our #MysterySkype.
So quickly found out 1. First question? 2. Who are the researchers? 3. Who does rock/paper/scissors? And we were ready for the educators in Wales. #MSFTEduChat
A4 #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat The world becomes smaller and students begin to experience how we can all learn from each other no matter where we live. Authentic experiences make lasting impressions to want to know, learn more.
I have Skyped a past Winter Olympian into one of my classrooms before a few years ago now, but not Mystery Skyped before. Any advice or useful starter questions to help would be great. #MSFTEduChat
In reply to
@OneNoteEDU, @OneNoteC, @SkypeClassroom
A4:: Students:
~practice/improve ~communication/questioning skills
~problem solve
~career exploration
~experience things they other wise wouldn't have
empathy
#MSFTEduChat
A4 Skype brings together the 4 Cs of 21st Century Learning: Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration and Creativity! And did I mention how much FUN the kids have? It's a breath of fresh air! #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A4 Iโve found that the students who are usually difficult to engage with in normal lessons, are fully engaged and have great enthusiasm towards interacting through the @skpeclassroom call #MSFTEduChat@MicrosoftEDU
A4 The Skype experience also shows them through Skypeathon that different parts of the world are awake at diff times of the day #MSFTEduChat#skypeathon
A4 They benefit by learning about some of the experiences that SS around the world are facing and overcoming. They hopefully develop a global perspective, global awareness, and global understanding. #msfteduchat
A4: My Students hearts & minds are opened each time we do a @SkypeClassroom session! Our Students will one day be in charge of our world. They need to be a vital part of understanding it! #MSFTEduChat
I see a variety of classes throughout the day and on a 12-day cycle. Many of my @SkypeClassroom visits occur as a surprise to students with a quick 5-minute prep. #MSFTEduChat
A4 Iโve seen the growth in confidence in my students in the way they interact and communicate with people from all over the world with different languages and cultures #MSFTEduChat@MicrosoftEDU
A4: Benefits to Ss = Increased awareness that THEY ARE NOT ALONE, that there are other real people in the world that they have a lot in common with! We're all in this together! #MSFTEduChat
A4 Skype brings together the 4 Cs of 21st Century Learning: Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration and Creativity! And did I mention how much FUN the kids have? It's a breath of fresh air! #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A4 They benefit by learning about some of the experiences that SS around the world are facing and overcoming. They hopefully develop a global perspective, global awareness, and global understanding. #msfteduchat
A4. Also, through @SkypeClassroom, my Ss often play applied learning games w/kids from across the globe. This benefits Ss bc when they are having fun learning, they are LEARNING! Connecting kids with kids from DIFFERENT backgrounds is just a GREAT thing for kids. #MSFTEduChat
A4 Skype brings together the 4 Cs of 21st Century Learning: Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration and Creativity! And did I mention how much FUN the kids have? It's a breath of fresh air! #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A4 My students learn to meet cultural traditions and develop critical thinking and empathy, they are more motivated in the study. They love to learn through @SkypeClassroom#MSFTEduChat#MicrosoftEdu#skypeathon
A4: These are very interesting experiences. Students learn about the cultures and lives of other students who live somewhere far away. They like it.
#skypeathon#MSFTEduChat#MSFT#etwiam#mieexpert
This could be a very long story, they traveled to learn from experts, shared ideas and cultures, be global, good speakers and earned confidence also participated in global projects and much more via @SkypeClassroom#MSFTEduChat
A4. For many students their world ia a small place and they have low aspirations. Through using @skypeclassroom they start to discover that world is a big place and there is a big part for them to play in it. #msfteduchat#SkypeMT#MIEExpert#MicrosoftEdu
A2 be brave and dont put off using it. Doing that is the biggest regret of my career! Virtual field trips are alway a great way to start and helps you grow in confidence using @skypeclassroom#msfteduchat#skypemt#mieexpert#microsoftedu
Ss gain exposure to communication skills, collaboration skills, public speaking, listening skills, geography skills, possible networking opportunities with @SkypeClassroom#mieexpert#MicrosoftEDU#MSFTEduChat
A4 #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat I love how excited students get when talking to others globally. Smiles & interest impacts learning because of these experiences. Students begin to understand how synchronous tools can help in getting and learning what we are curious about. @TeachSDGs
A4. Also, through @SkypeClassroom, my Ss often play applied learning games w/kids from across the globe. This benefits Ss bc when they are having fun learning, they are LEARNING! Connecting kids with kids from DIFFERENT backgrounds is just a GREAT thing for kids. #MSFTEduChat
A4 I will never forget a Ss who wldnt spk in class but after Skype she came alive and there ws no stopping her telling the class about her home country #MSFTEduChat
A4 Haven't tried yet, but plan on doing so in Jan onward-having Ss prepare to lead discussions on Skype-to build digital presence and literacy responsibly. #msfteduchat
This tweetmeet helps educators understand the benefits of bringing the world into the classroom to inspire change & break down barriers .#MSFTEduChat@SkypeClassroom#mieexpertlatam
In reply to
@MicrosoftEDU, @MrWestermark, @SkypeClassroom
A4 Haven't tried yet, but plan on doing so in Jan onward-having Ss prepare to lead discussions on Skype-to build digital presence and literacy responsibly. #msfteduchat
A4 I will never forget a Ss who wldnt spk in class but after Skype she came alive and there ws no stopping her telling the class about her home country #MSFTEduChat
A4 Skype brings together the 4 Cs of 21st Century Learning: Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration and Creativity! And did I mention how much FUN the kids have? It's a breath of fresh air! #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A5: Students may opt to participate in #Sketchnoting during the Skype call. Two students volunteer to be scribes and take notes on anything they want from the call on the board in the front of the classroom #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat
A5: We involve all our students.We give students jobs during Mystery Skypes such as researchers, mappers, videographers, and question askers. #MSFTEduChat
#MSFTEduChat
we are ready to connect to help open hearts and open minds
working on cahllenging areas
Net Connection
Students preparation
postponing few other engagements All MIEE's taem work and support
@OneNoteEDU@SkypeClassroom@jyotichaba
A4 #skypeathon#MSFTEduChat The world becomes smaller and students begin to experience how we can all learn from each other no matter where we live. Authentic experiences make lasting impressions to want to know, learn more.
A5: This is one that is tougher for me. I have some students super engaged while others aren't. Typically though, students aren't disruptive! Assigning roles helps. Pre-writing/planning topics and questions helps. Clear goals and expectations help.
#MSFTEduChat
Q4 I can see my Ss use knowledges I teach them. They are trying to speak in the classroom not only with their teacher and classmates. It helps them to be more open and confident. #msfteduchat
A5: For example when doing a #mysteryskype ALL of my students have jobs! Everyone is learning, collaborating and problem solving together! #MSFTEduChat
A5: I begin the year taking an inventory of what my kiddos are interested in. That way I can find calls that are interesting and part of my curriculum too! Who says learning can't be Fun!!! #MSFTEduChat
A5 Relatively new to using Skype and have just been getting feet wet; love the idea of roles suggested @kcalderw I think it's in the course, too-plan on trying in Jan. #msfteduchat
A4. @SkypeClassroom means no borders between countries, so they can learn about other cultures directly from native people. They also learn languages, technology and how to be a good speaker | #Skype Classroom means experiencies around the world ๐๐๐ | #Skypeathon#MSFTEduchat
A5. For Mystery Skypes, I do job applications each month. Each child has a job and we change them each month. This gives each child a role during those calls. #MSFTEduChat
I couldn't agree more with this one. Plus, sharing the story of using @SkypeClassroom to share stories got me connected to some new people for the #Skypeathon! #MSFTEduChat
A5 Relatively new to using Skype and have just been getting feet wet; love the idea of roles suggested @kcalderw I think it's in the course, too-plan on trying in Jan. #msfteduchat
A6 #MSFTEduChat#skypeathon Students really like to speak to experts. The experience of using @SkypeClassroom as a way to enrich learning and offer invitations to engage in what students are curious about. Positive impact for all..
That's great, Andrew. I do something similar at the start of the year, and then I try to find connections with their "Dream Destinations". I use a Green Screen to take a pic of each child in their "Dream Destinations" and post to a bulletin board. #MSFTEduChat
A4: The benefits connect w/ real #PBL making it so the students can connect their in classroom work with the outside of the classroom world ๐ #SkypeaThon#msfteduchat
#skypeathon#MSFTEduChat@Dar_79
A5 Just simply ask students what would they like to do, learn, find out...
Then do a little bit of research, find a @SkypeClassroom lesson, collaboration that suits, and the rest will follow @MicrosoftEDU
That's great, Andrew. I do something similar at the start of the year, and then I try to find connections with their "Dream Destinations". I use a Green Screen to take a pic of each child in their "Dream Destinations" and post to a bulletin board. #MSFTEduChat
A4: Skype in the Classroom @SkypeClassroom adds meaningful content to topic-based lessons. Mystery Skype is also beneficial since students have the chance of experiencing different classrooms worldwide. .#MSFTEduChat@SkypeClassroom#mieexpertlatam
A5. Also, I find that authentic and real = engaging! That's the beauty of @SkypeClassroom. The learning is REAL. Students can go forward following a great call and do something about what they've learned! #MSFTEduChat
I definitely want a Green Screen for 2018. We can have our Ss travel to other countries w/ @SkypeClassroom and they could even have "pictures" from the places they visit!
In reply to
@sauslander, @a_minshall, @SkypeClassroom
For us, as a little bit isolated geographically, it lets my kids see there is a world outside The Taieri, and that there are world views different to theirs. Builds tolerance and understanding #MSFTEduChat
A5: In the activities the students are the real actors, promoters of shares, directors of the exchange with guest Speacker, classes in #mysterySkype Promoters of collaborative projects to encourage critical thinking and problem solving #MSFTEduChat#skypeathon@SkypeClassroom
A4 - My best advice? DO IT - but not alone. Bring other educators along for the adventure! The #Skypeathon is an amazing way to connect globally, but its also a great opportunity to connect to people in your own building and community.
#MSFTEduChat
A2 - My best advice? DO IT - but not alone. Bring other educators along for the adventure! The #Skypeathon is an amazing way to connect globally, but its also a great opportunity to connect to people in your own building and community.
#MSFTEduChat
For us, as a little bit isolated geographically, it lets my kids see there is a world outside The Taieri, and that there are world views different to theirs. Builds tolerance and understanding #MSFTEduChat
Q6: I can not wait for Skypeathon!!! We are going to spend 28th doing Virtual Field Trips and 29th is all about MysterySkype! I still have some spot open if you want to Skype message me!!! #MSFTEduChat
A5. Also, I find that authentic and real = engaging! That's the beauty of @SkypeClassroom. The learning is REAL. Students can go forward following a great call and do something about what they've learned! #MSFTEduChat
A6. I have close marriage in my family. Skype for Indian Marriage rituals can be a new thing to see on 28th and for 29th planning to have fullday skype sessions with different eductaors. . #MSFTEduChat
A4 Foreign language teachers always want the Ss to use the grammar learnt in theory - what better way than to speak w/ their peers abroad using @SkypeClassroom#MSFTEduChat
A6 So far connecting with class in Puerto Rico to discuss Hurricane Maria, Learning about festival in India, and hopefully learning about Argentina from an expert. #msfteduchat
A5: After a recent Yellowstone Virtual Field Trip, My Ss reviewed notes using AVID strategies, with a really great discussion about the science and park history what we learned https://t.co/hHZBezUGvY#MSFTEduChat
My and our students experince was the best on a trip to forest and we all had great bonding
when the educator visited India came to school and had hands on workshop
awesome experience
@OneNoteEDU@SkypeClassroom@jyotichaba#MSFTEduChat
A3 - Depends on the @SkypeClassroom date that's have set up. For example, we have one with a kelp forest ecosystem in California coming up, so we're using @PlayCraftLearn & paper/pen art to create what we think it will look like based on what we know of ecosystems, #MSFTEduChat
I can't wait to hear more about the advantures planned next week for the #Skypeathon! share your stories now during the #MSFTEduChat or after
so we can share with the rest of our #MicrosoftEDU community!
A6 We have an elderlyhome scheduled, USA, Canada, Turkey,India,Germany,Israel scheduled so far. Anyone else interested? Contact us! #MicrosoftEdu#Skype#MSFTEduChat
Thank you for sharing! We love seeing the โWowโ moments that happen through #SkypeClassroom and the amazing connections made during #skypeathon. We sure to share photos with us as your class travels the world virtually. #MSFTEduChat
Thank you for sharing! We love seeing the โWowโ moments that happen through #SkypeClassroom and the amazing connections made during #skypeathon. Be sure to share photos with us as your class travels the world virtually. #MSFTEduChat
A6: We have a Skype adventure set up with students from India, tentatively waiting to hear back from a couple of scientists, and we're looking for more opportunities! #MSFTEduChat
Weโre already looking forward to our next #MSFTEduChat on Dec. 19. We'll be covering MakerEd, Computer Science, #HourofCode & Minecraft: Education Edition. Will you be joining us? #MicrosoftEDU
Gorgeous art work by the @MicrosoftEDU creative team once again, celebrating teachers who organize @SkypeClasroom sessions with their students. #MSFTEduChat
Thank you for sharing! We love seeing the โWowโ moments that happen through #SkypeClassroom and the amazing connections made during #skypeathon. Be sure to share photos with us as your class travels the world virtually. #MSFTEduChat
Thank you so much for sharing your studentsโ experiences. It sounds like they are really focusing on the #skypeathon theme of opening hearts & minds. Who are they planning to connect with during the event? #MSFTEduChat
A5 #MSFTEduChat There are so many #Skype lessons and collaboration invitations already on @MicrosoftEDU Community even if your Ss are beginner level of English. If you can't find what suits your goals you can always post your own lesson
Thoroughly enjoyed my first #MSFTEduChat Some great ideas and inspiration to take back to my class. This @SkypeClassroom doesn't appear half as scary now! @MicrosoftEDU
That's so nice to hear, Mrs. J. We're we glad to have you on the #MSFTEduChat too.
Have loads of fun during next week's #skypeathon and be sure to come back to the next TweetMeet Dec 19!
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@YBB_Year6, @SkypeClassroom, @MicrosoftEDU
Thoroughly enjoyed my first #MSFTEduChat Some great ideas and inspiration to take back to my class. This @SkypeClassroom doesn't appear half as scary now! @MicrosoftEDU
Everything! But I especially love seeing how brave my students are when it comes to communicating in other languages than Danish! Also love to see their faces when they meet other students across the world and find out how they are alike and different. #MSFTEduChat
A6 - We've got Californian kelp forests, stops in Africa and the Galapagos Islands, some #mysteryskype action and a chat with @AnthonySalcito ! It should be quite the adventurous few days! #MSFTEduChat#SkypeaThon
#MSFTEduChat So THAT'S what happens when trending during #TweetMeet. Reported a number of spam tweets. Great Skype tips! Looking forward to next month's TweetMeet!
