Skype-centennial Instructions
Project Requirements
- A computer with Google Hangouts or Skype capabilities
- 7 Wonders Activity
- Roughly 20-30 minutes for the connection
Project Timeline
1. Register your class for this exciting opportunity by 11/9.
2. 11/9 - 12/2: Begin learning about your county and complete the 7 Wonders of ____ County. Be sure to create your completed activity in a sharable format (via web tool or email) so that your partner class can see your work after your call.
3. 11/14- You will receive your partner classroom assignment by the end of the day via the email address that you provide.
4. 11/14-12/2 Coordinate a time to play Mystery County Skype using Google Hangouts or Skype with your partner teacher.
5. 12/5-12/9 Skype-Centennial- Connect your classes and play Mystery County Skype. Share your 7 Wonders Activity with your partner class after the game of Mystery County Skype.
7 Wonders Activity
Using technology, reference books, personal knowledge, and/or experts, determine the 7 Wonders of your county.
Guiding Questions:
After discovering your locations, connected classrooms will share their 7 Wonders during their connection by sharing their list (virtually or verbally) with their partners.
Guiding Questions:
- What is interesting or unique about our county?
- What features are appealing to tourists?
- What are some hidden gems in our county?
- What are some popular activities/festivals/events that happen in our county?
After discovering your locations, connected classrooms will share their 7 Wonders during their connection by sharing their list (virtually or verbally) with their partners.