The Digital Human Library (dHL) is a free educational resource that connects Canadian teachers and students with hundreds of organizations and experts around the world who are delivering interactive curriculum-based programs using video conferencing technology. In this session you will learn how the dHL is providing elementary students with next generation learning experiences that bring the field trip experience into your classroom. Participants will learn how to use this tool to promote greater enjoyment of learning, support student inquiry, improve student outcomes, build relationships, and establish a more inclusive and equitable teaching and learning experience for all.
Resources:
- The Digital Human Library
- Find Leigh Cassell online: Twitter and her classroom blog
- Kids in Africa
- Royal Botanical Gardens
- Royal Tyrrell Museum (additional networks of content providers)
- Virtual Grand Canyon
- Connect2Texas
- Exploring By the Seat of Your Pants
- Angry Planet
- Centre for Global EducationGlobal Encounters
- TakingITGlobal
- Centre for Global Education video
- ePals
- Vancouver Aquarium; Jelly Cam
- YouVisit
- RioTinto
- Escalator
- Other resources: iEARN Canada