The document discusses using Skype in the classroom to connect students globally and break down classroom walls. It provides examples of how Mystery Skype, a global guessing game, can be incorporated into lessons to build engagement. Additional resources on the Skype in the Classroom website are highlighted for connecting with experts, conducting virtual field trips, and finding guest speakers from around the world to inspire authentic research.

1. A-A-Ron @coffeechugbooks
Speedgeeking:
Global Edition
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2. Speedgeeking:
Global Edition
Break down
the Classroom
Walls!
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3. All resources and projects can be found at https://coffeeforthebrain.com/goingglobal/

4. I have one personal goal…….
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5. To not feel like this about PD…….
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6. But to feel like this about PD
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7. Moving Out Of Our Comfort Zone
“You will enrich your life immeasurably if you approach it
with a sense of wonder and discovery, and always
challenge yourself to try new things” – Nate Berkus

8. Good ol’ Global Tools
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9. Skype in the Classroom
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10. Amy Rosenstein and Steve Auslander
MIE Experts & Skype Master Teachers
Connecting 1000's of Classrooms Globally

11. All resources and projects can be found at https://coffeeforthebrain.com/goingglobal/

12. !Cultivates communication skills
!Promotes Collaboration
!Cultivates Critical Thinking
!Empowers Curiosity & Creativity
!Teaches Empathy
!Enhances Learning Outcomes
!Makes Learning Engaging

15. What is Mystery Skype?
• Global Guessing Game
• Ask Yes/No Questions
• Determine Location
All resources and projects can be found at https://coffeeforthebrain.com/goingglobal/

18. Quick Reflection
Where can Mystery Skype fit in the
curriculum?
How can a game like this be used
to build student engagement and
learn content?

19. Connecting SITC to
Curriculum

20. !Reading
!Writing
!Math
!Science
!Social Studies

21. Connecting With Experts
Inspire Authentic Research
• Scientists
• Explorers
• Authors
• Educators
• Historians
• Curators
• Athletes
• Inspirational Speakers

22. Virtual Field Trips
Inspiring Exploration and
Curiosity
• Live
• Interactive
• Engaging
• Deeper Learning
• Inspiring
• Entertaining
• New Experiences

23. Skype In The Classroom Campaigns
education.microsoft.com/skypecalendar
• Literacy
• Women in leadership
• Earth Day
• Careers
• World Ocean Month
• TeachSGDs
• Skypeathon
• Computer Science

24. Useful Links
• Skype in the Classroom
https//aka.ms/sitc
• Get Started with Skype in the
Classroom
https://aka.ms/newtositc
• Virtual Field Trips
https://aka.ms/vft
• Skype Lessons
https://aka.ms/skypelessons
• Skype Collaborations
https://aka.ms/skypecollab
• Mystery Skype
https://aka.ms/mysteryskype
• Guest Speakers
https://aka.ms/sitcguest
• Skype in the Classroom PD
Resources
http://aka.ms/sitcpd

28. Student sick or injured
Vacation
Teacher Travel
Potpourri of Ideas
All resources and projects can be found at https://coffeeforthebrain.com/goingglobal/

29. #mysteryskype @skypeclassroom
Microsoft Community
Facebook Group
(Skype Enthusiasts)
Student Families Your Own Network
Where to Start?
All resources and projects can be found at https://coffeeforthebrain.com/goingglobal/

30. Whole Group
Any BIG a-ha Moments?