Learn about Students Using Google+ Hangout to Connect with Other Schools

Check this blog post, Google+ Hangout With Four Classes!

to see how schools are now using Google+. Google+ allows students in multiple schools to easily connect via video. Leave a comment at the end of the blog post for the students in the Fifth Grade class to see. Here is a quick image from one of the screens during the Hangout. Also, take some time to post a comment here after you check out the 5th graders' blog post. What do you see as the potential for using Google+ Hangout in the classroom? Are you using Google+ yet? Have you tried a Google+ Hangout? Do you think more teachers should make use of this resource?

 

Google+ Hangout With Four Classes!

Global Read Aloud

If you teach elementary school or work with young children, you might want to check out the Global Read Aloud. This year's fall selections are Charlotte's Web and the One and Only Ivan. You can find out more about the Global Read Aloud at this site. Global Read Aloud. 

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