Four+orkut+tips+for+the+history+classroom

=__Four ‘orkut’ tips for the history classroom __=

=[|www.orkut.com] is a social networking website that is owned and operated by Google. The service is designed to help users meet new friends and maintain existing relationships. But can be used as a class friendly, social networking tool for learning. Gives a greater experience and a more entertaining way of learning. =

= = 1) Use communicative tool such as [|www.orkut.com] to connect your classroom.

2) Through orkut share with all or separated groups of students photos, videos and news in the history world, controlling who sees what. Connect with other teachers. Provide links to [|www.youtube.com] videos of history documentaries or post pictures of informative archaeological photos. Also allowing students and other teachers to post their own information.

3) Provide a one on one, and group chats with students and teachers. Provide an online lecture of ‘Caesar’ or ‘Alexander The Great’, ect...

4) Allow student to discuss with themselves different issues as well, and provide an informative blog.