Using Gabcast for a Global Cooperation Project

Gabcast is one of the tools from Mod 7 that could easily be used for global cooperation. As a class, we could establish pen pals from another accredited class in a Spanish speaking country. In addition to the traditional writing/typing to each other, the students could take it a step further and leave messages on their websites or blogs for their pen pals. Between writing and creating audio, students will be practicing the skills of listening, reading, writing, and speaking. In addition to practicing these skills, students will have the opportunity to hear and converse with a native speaker of the same age. This would be a great opportunity for students to learn more about other cultures as well as demonstrate the importance of being a global citizen.