Tag: Skype

Distance Field Trips & Guest Speakers with SKYPE in the Classroom

     Although it isn’t something I’ve included on the blog, every Thursday I use our social media pages to share a “Throwback Thursday” post.  Sometimes these showcase how ed tech has evolved while others showcase previous posts from my social media feed.       This week I shared a post that I had originally published in 2017 from my Grade 10 Geography class.  At the time we had been discussing the characteristics of different biomes and while experiencing those biomes first hand would have been ideal we were obviously limited to our geographical location.  Our plan involved students: – in small… Read More

#TechTipTuesday – SKYPE in the Classroom

    Every Tuesday I share a Tech Tip on our social media pages to assist our staff in their use of technology as it relates to their role.      Have you used Skype in the Classroom?  This amazing tool opens up barriers for all schools but especially those in rural and remote areas where travel is often limited due to financial and geographic limitations. Skype in the Classroom. (2020). Uploaded by Kirsten Thompson. Available online at: http://fishbowlteaching.blogspot.com/