Space still available on:  02/05/2013 starting at 16:00

Video conferencing (VC) is a way of using technology to connect people whether between schools, between regions or between countries. Using a broadband connection, a web/video camera and a television you can see and hear each other.

Getting started with video conferencing doesn’t mean having to spending lots of money. As a minimum all you need is  a web cam with microphone and speakers connected to a computer running windows on your broadband connection. With this you can use the FREE video conferencing software Janet Desktop.

This session will look at the use of Video conferencing in the classroom, what you need, setting up for a session and example projects. We will also look at the various content providers you can book for your sessions as well as using it as a collaboration tool between schools.

The session is designed for those wanting to get started with the technology or just investigating its potential.

Starting at 16:00, the session will last approximately 45 minutes and be conducted through Adobe Connect. All you will need is access to a PC and a set of headphones. If you aren’t sure what to do just let us know and one of the team will happily contact you to run a quick test session with you first.

To book for this session click HERE

May 23rd 2012 1.00 to 3.00

A videoconferencing opportunity in true ‘Euro Vision’ style for YHGfL member primary schools.

Schools will perform a short song, no longer than 3 minutes in a MFL. (French, German or Spanish)

Schools will watch other schools perform, then after a short break, vote for the best performance reporting back in true Euro Vision style – there will be no ‘0 points’

Performances will be judged along the lines of:

• Are the children joining in?
• Is it an enthusiastic performance?
• Are the children having fun?

The winning school will then perform their song again, and have the opportunity of the performance been featured on YHGfL’s video host eViews (subject to copyright).

Certificates will be awarded to all schools.

Time is dependent on the number of schools taking part, expected to run 1.00 to 3.00 approx

As usual YHGfL will be able to support any schools new to the technology and has an amount of loan equpment available.

See http://shareit.yhgfl.net/enews/?p=234 for a video of a previous year.

To register for this year’s event click HERE

A couple of places still available: Act quickly

YHGfL are marking book week this year by giving schools the fantastic opportunity to take part in a video conference session with the author David Webb (see http://www.david-webb.info/). David will be running a range of sessions tailored to the group of children involved with plenty of opportunities to discuss his work, ask him questions about his books and what it’s like to be an author. Maybe your children  could read some of their work to him.  If you and your pupils would like the opportunity to meet David we now have a very limited number of slots available – book now to avoid disappointment!

To take part in this  video conference you will need as a minimum a web cam with microphone and a speaker set connected to a computer running windows on your broadband connection. With this we will be using the FREE video conferencing software Janet Desktop.  We can also connect to schools registered with JVCS on their usual video conferencing system or PVX software. YHGfL and some LAs also have systems that can be loaned out if necessary.

Click HERE for further and booking information.

Thursday 7 February 2013,  16.00 online

Video conferencing (VC) is a way of using technology to connect people whether between schools, between regions or between countries. Using a broadband connection, a web/video camera and a television you can see and hear each other.

Getting started with video conferencing doesn’t mean having to spending lots of money. As a minimum all you need is a web cam with microphone and speakers connected to a computer running windows on your broadband connection. With this you can use the FREE video conferencing software Janet Desktop.

This session will look at the use of Video conferencing in the classroom, what you need, setting up for a session and example projects. We will also look at the various content providers you can book for your sessions as well as using it as a collaboration tool between schools.

The session is designed for those wanting to get started with the technology or just investigating its potential.
Starting at 16:00, the session will last approximately 45 minutes and be conducted through Adobe Connect. All you will need is access to a PC and a set of headphones. If you aren’t sure what to do just let us know and one of the team will happily contact you to run a quick test session with you first.

email contact@yhgfl.net if you would like to take a late place for this session.

Video conferencing (VC) is a way of using technology to connect people whether between schools, between regions or between countries. Using a broadband connection, a web/video camera and a television you can see and hear each other.

Getting started with video conferencing doesn’t mean having to spending lots of money. As a minimum all you need is  a web cam with microphone and speakers connected to a computer running windows on your broadband connection. With this you can use the FREE video conferencing software Janet Desktop.

This session will look at the use of Video conferencing in the classroom, what you need, setting up for a session and example projects. We will also look at the various content providers you can book for your sessions as well as using it as a collaboration tool between schools.

The session is designed for those wanting to get started with the technology or just investigating its potential.

Starting at 16:00, the session will last approximately 45 minutes and be conducted through Adobe Connect. All you will need is access to a PC and a set of headphones. If you aren’t sure what to do just let us know and one of the team will happily contact you to run a quick test session with you first.

Click HERE to register , FREE to YHGfL member schools.

February 7, 2013  

UK time  16.00 – 17.15.

First Lady Barbara Bush will read excerpts from “Capital” by Lynn Curlee followed by a videoconference.  Mrs. Bush will answer questions asked by students.  Next activities include:  The Archivist of the United States, David Ferriero, shares insights; on-stage students as Reading Partners; and the Quartet of Singing Cadets at Texas A&M University will perform. 

Students can submit five written questions by noon, Monday, January 21 for the videoconference. 

 Selected questions will be asked by students to Mrs. Bush during the videoconference, time permitting. 

 Selected schools will be notified by Feb. 1 for participation in the videoconference.

 Schools may register up to Feb. 1 if not submitting questions.

 For more program information you can contact Dr. Shirley Hammond at  bush.education@nara.gov

Free registration at www.connect2texas.net/bushlibrary41.  Only a computer is necessary for viewing via live streaming or recording.  It is necessary to use the standard video conference equipment for the interactive Q&A session.

More details available on the flyer:

http://www.connect2texas.net/bushlibrary41/2013ReadingDiscovery.pdf

 Look forward to having you join us!

The Education Department

George Bush Presidential Library and Museum

Starting this Friday, 25 January, there are still spaces to join videoconferences with Natural History Museum Scientists who are about to embark on fieldwork to Popocatepetl volcano in Mexico. This will be followed by a videoconference live from Mexico on Monday 4 February.

For more details, go to:

http://www.nhm.ac.uk/education/school-activities/videoconferences/index.html

 To book, email:

videoconferencing@nhm.ac.uk

 Popocatepetl is the 2nd highest volcano in North America and one of the most currently active in the world. It sits within a 1000km long zone of variable volcanic activity called the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt that extends from the Pacific coast to the Gulf of Mexico

This exciting project will undertake a detailed sampling of this constantly erupting volcano, collecting samples representative of its entire volcanic. Join us to discover how science works in such a high risk environment and the benefits this data brings to society.

As usual YHGfL can support any of it’s member school new to this technology email contact@yhgfl.net

YHGfL have set the dates for a number of Video Conference sessions throught 2013

Below is a summary, see the YHGfL website for further information:

Yorkshire Vision VC

23^rd May 2013 – KS1 & KS2

 A videoconferencing opportunity in true ‘Euro Vision’ style for YHGfL member primary schools compared by our very own Pierre from Paris.

Schools will perform a short song, no longer than 3 minutes in a MFL. (French, German or Spanish)

The Schools will watch the other schools perform, then after a short break, vote for the best performance and report back in true Euro Vision style – there will be no ‘0 points’

http://www.yhgfl.net/CPD/CPD-programme/FREE-to-YHGfL-members-Yorkshire-Vision-VC2

Jolly Postman VC

9^th July 2013 –  Foundation & EY KS1

Due to the phenomenal success of our Lapland Video Conference we are delighted to announce that the Jolly Postman has agreed to make himself available to talk to schools in the Yorkshire & Humber region. Schools will have the opportunity to link up with the Jolly Postman live from his home in Story Land and take part in a number of activities depending on the Key Stage and focus required. Children will have the opportunity to write a short letter to their favourite story book character and read it to the Jolly Postman and ask and answer questions, all letters used will be posted to his special blog for all to see. A number of sorting and sequencing activities are planned for the older children. This is a fantastic way to get started with Video Conferencing.

http://www.yhgfl.net/CPD/CPD-programme/FREE-to-YHGfL-Members-Jolly-Postman-VC2

VC with Wes Magee

1^St & 2^nd October 2013 – All key Stages

YHGfL are marking Poetry Week this year by giving schools the fantastic opportunity to take part in a video conference session with award winning poet and author Wes Magee. Wes will run a range of sessions from Action Rhymes, to Poetry Shows – each tailored to the group of children involved. If you and your pupils would like the opportunity to meet Wes virtually this October we have a limited number of slots available – book now to avoid disappointment!

http://www.yhgfl.net/CPD/CPD-programme/FREE-to-YHGfL-Members-VC-with-Wes-Magee

Bring Lapland to Your Classroom

16^th – 19^th December 2013 – All Key  Stages

Father Christmas is so busy these days he really finds it difficult to visit schools in person. We’ve managed to arrange for him to talk to you once again via his new video conferencing system, using the power of the internet to visit you instead! If your pupils would like the opportunity to meet Santa virtually this December direct from Lapland we have a limited number of slots available.

http://www.yhgfl.net/CPD/CPD-programme/FREE-to-YHGfL-Members-Bring-Lapland-to-Your-Classroom

To take part in any of these  video conference you will need as a minimum a web cam with microphone and a speaker set connected to a computer running windows on your broadband connection. With this we will be using the FREE video conferencing software Janet Desktop.  We can also connect to schools registered with JVCS on their usual video conferencing system or PVX software. YHGfL and some LAs also have systems that can be loaned out if necessary.

Video Conference with David Webb

4^th March 2014 – KS1 +

YHGfL are marking book week this year by giving schools the fantastic opportunity to take part in a video conference session with the author David Webb (see http://www.david-webb.info/). David will be running a range of sessions tailored to the group of children involved with plenty of opportunities to discuss his work, ask him questions about his books and what it’s like to be an author. Maybe your children could read some of their work to him.  If you and your pupils would like the opportunity to meet David we have a limited number of slots available – book now to avoid disappointment!

http://www.yhgfl.net/CPD/

Mathsbuster Numeracy VC

May 1^st 2014

Based on the popular “Blockbuster” TV shows this video conference has classes competing against each other answering questions based on past numeracy SATs papers (but not the actual questions).

The 45 min approx. session is aimed at Y5 or Y6 pupils based around a wide range of numeracy questions, primarily focused at Level 4, in the style of those questions presented in SATs papers for KS2.

The format will link together two schools, hosted by our very own quizmaster Bob Bloggs, Professor of Very Difficult Mathematics from the University of Impossibly Hard Mathematical Problem Solving.

Each school will nominate a team to answer the questions, supported by the rest of the class. Both schools will need to work on the answer just in case it’s wrong and it gets passed over. A series of challenges and surprises will ensure a close contest. If we do get stuck Professor Bob will give expert advice.

http://www.yhgfl.net/CPD

YHGfL are able to support any school new or using to the technology and run a number of on-line and face to face workshops throughout the year. See our CPD section on the website : http://www.yhgfl.net/CPD

Our  next on-line Video Conferencing  CPD sessions is on  May 2nd at 4.00, extra ones can be arranged by request.

http://www.yhgfl.net/CPD/CPD-programme/Getting-started-with-video-conferencing-Online-sessions

For further information on the sessions or information in general about Video Conferencing email contact@yhgfl.net

4th March 2013

YHGfL are marking book week this year by giving schools the fantastic opportunity to take part in a video conference session with the author David Webb (see http://www.david-webb.info/). David will be running a range of sessions tailored to the group of children involved with plenty of opportunities to discuss his work, ask him questions about his books and what it’s like to be an author. Maybe your children  could read some of their work to him.  If you and your pupils would like the opportunity to meet David we have a limited number of slots available – book now to avoid disappointment!

To take part in this  video conference you will need as a minimum a web cam with microphone and a speaker set connected to a computer running windows on your broadband connection. With this we will be using the FREE video conferencing software Janet Desktop.  We can also connect to schools registered with JVCS on their usual video conferencing system or PVX software. YHGfL and some LAs also have systems that can be loaned out if necessary.

Click HERE for further and booking information.

Father Christmas is so busy these days he really finds it difficult to visit schools in person. We’ve managed to arrange for him to talk to you once again via his video conferencing system, using the power of the internet to visit you instead! If your pupils would like the opportunity to meet Santa virtually this December direct from Lapland we have a limited number of slots available.

Free to Members! Book now to avoid disappointment!

Schools will need to source their own equipment. However, YHGfL and some LA’s have systems that can be loaned out if necessary. YHGfL are able to support schools new to the technology.

Each VC will last approximately 30 minutes with activities adjusted to the age of the children.

To book a session click HERE

Happy Christmas !