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(007) Enriching Technology October 25, 2010 / 14:53

Idea: Livefeed lessons for absent students

Subject Area: All subjects

Details: Students that are absent from can sit through a lesson from home through a livefeed of their class lessons. Classes can setup a webcam and livefeed in their classrooms through programs such as skype.

Technology Needed: Netbook/computer, Webcam, Livefeed Program

Pros:
○ Don't have to worry about missing classes
○ Students can catch up on work easily
○ Innovative method of learning

Cons:
○ Not very realistic
○ Technical difficultes might arise and it will take time to set up
○ Difficult for all the classes of all the absents students to set up the livefeed every day

What needs to Happen to Make the Idea Work - Who is Responsible
1. Accquire webcams and the appropriate technology
2. Train teachers on how to set up webcam & livefeed
3. Inform students on how to access class lessons from home

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