Collaborating Online

The theme that runs through this entire course is collaborating online in order to explore new and better ways of teaching and learning. However, the only way to get the most out of the course is to jump in and take part in a collaborative activity. For this reason, a collaborative project is strongly recommended as part of this course whether you are taking it for credit or just on your own. Collaborating with others will be the easiest way for you to obtain quality examples of such curriculum integration, particularly through multi-classroom online projects. Beyond partnering with other teachers for multi-classroom activities, the Internet makes possible convenient sharing of unlimited resources and ideas on a global basis.

As you take the lessons that follow, you will find out more about the different ways to collaborate online and the use of resources on the Internet in the classroom. However, it is not too early to start thinking about the collaborative project that you will do as part of this course. Take a quick look at lesson nine, which describes this project in more detail. Start thinking about your project as you work your way through the beginning lessons. Create a bookmark folder in which you can mark sites which may be of use in your project.

There are a number of forums that bring together those who wish to collaborate online. Visit two of these sites now to get an idea of some of the options that you will have.
Reach for the Sky Telecollaborative Activities
Global School House