I came across this Blog Post this morning and thought it a superb example of early years technology intergration.
Two classes communicated and made/are making videos that detail their country. The students learn fantastic skills for a real audience, the community were made aware of their product and it has really motivated both staff and students.
Take a look at the post - this is as relevant for our younger students as it is for our older students, BUT relies on a level of hardware and software to support it - further proof that schools should have a strategic plan in place to purchase, maintain and update their technology resources to allow access to the curriculum through this medium. It also requires the teachers to have skills to guide and manage and therefore requires PD to be included in a plan also.
See the post (and sample video) at the following address.
http://chrisbetcher.com/2012/03/philly-to-sydney-with-year-2/
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