In 2008 iEARN, an organization that connects teachers and students from around the world to do projects that answer the question "How will this project improve the quality of life on the planet?", celebrated their 20th anniversary. One of the things they did to commemorate this moment was create the video above that shares the impacts that the organization has had around the world. Each country that is involved has their own webpage. The iEARN USA website is filled with wonderful information including: news, events, professional development, and of course projects. iEarn offers students a chance to work with students around the world on projects that aim at making the world a better place. As you have seen in the video all projects relate to the curriculum standards. All teachers have to do is find one that fits their classroom. These projects give a positive opportunity and goal for different cultures to work towards. While collaboratively working towards these goals, participants learn about other cultures and people from around the world. It is so important for students to learn about other cultures especially in this time when technology is rapidly growing. It is important for them to learn about different cultures in a positive light so they develop an open mind. I hope to participate in an iEARN project soon!
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
iEARN
In 2008 iEARN, an organization that connects teachers and students from around the world to do projects that answer the question "How will this project improve the quality of life on the planet?", celebrated their 20th anniversary. One of the things they did to commemorate this moment was create the video above that shares the impacts that the organization has had around the world. Each country that is involved has their own webpage. The iEARN USA website is filled with wonderful information including: news, events, professional development, and of course projects. iEarn offers students a chance to work with students around the world on projects that aim at making the world a better place. As you have seen in the video all projects relate to the curriculum standards. All teachers have to do is find one that fits their classroom. These projects give a positive opportunity and goal for different cultures to work towards. While collaboratively working towards these goals, participants learn about other cultures and people from around the world. It is so important for students to learn about other cultures especially in this time when technology is rapidly growing. It is important for them to learn about different cultures in a positive light so they develop an open mind. I hope to participate in an iEARN project soon!
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