General Video Conferencing Resources
this section includes basics of video conferencing and best practices for teachers interested in the process
A number of documents which can assist you in making your video conference the best it can be.
Established by Alberta Education and the 2Learn Society<br/>Provides a community of practice for teachers interested in video conferencing in Alberta
Janine Lim's blog on distance learning, curriculum thoughts, and technology rants related to k12 videoconferencing\nMany resources to get you started\nBased in Michigan
Resources for a wide variety of blended learning environments - includes video conferencing
Polycom offers a range of programs and resources for education institutions, educators and students alike
Links to further resources
Roxanne Glaser's blog - supports educational opportunities for distance learning
MAGPI - the Mid-Atlantic Gigapop in Philadelphia for Internet provides many resources on best practices of video conferencing
Blog from Heather Weisse - from MAGPI<br/>Many resources and possibilities for video conferences
Content Provider Databases
Search-able databases to assist you in finding video conference opportunities
All the basics of video conferencing - both teaching and learning and technical aspects
International list of content providers in a search-able database<br/>Allows for teacher feedback on experience - ratings type system<br/>Watch for curriculum standards - as this is US based
Content provider key word search-able database
Collated by Polycom
You can easily search for free programs
Opportunities for video conferencing collaborations
Based in Michigan
Service Providers
Many organizations offer video conferencing opportunities - some for free, some at cost - here is a link to a variety of service providers that may be on interest to you
Company provides live science and math based simulations that take place in a video conference
Programs for Grades 3-12
Canadian Space Agency provides science based video conference opportunities
Grades K-12
Chat with scientists and tour collections based on aspects of environment and nature
Grades 9-12
The Royal Tyrrell Museum of paleontology offers a variety of science based programs<br/>Grades K-12
This organization provides educational programs on global issues.
Video Conferences on topics such as biodiversity, conservation and environment are provided
Grades K-12
Video conferencing opportunities for schools on a wide variety of topical issues. Geared at high school.