2.3.1

2.3.1 Connect understanding to the real world.
As an extension to the goal 2.23, students will choose a current issue or trend related to survival (global warming, natural disasters, etc). They may research the topic for ideas via the internet.

Through ePals Global Community (www.ePals.com), learners will communicate with other students worldwide relating to their topic. In addition, the class can make recommendations to international NGOs to improve survival of a particular group.

//Students will...// //The SLMS will...//
 * 1. What will you observe if the indicator is being met? What will you observe the students doing?**
 * successfully communicate with other students globally to learn about survival in different parts of the world
 * gain insight on cultural differences and learn first-hand the hardships endured by e-Pal peers.
 * connect and compare their ePals’ personal experience to their chosen survival issue.
 * 2. How will you help students to meet the indicator? What will you have done?**
 * assist students in finding appropriate yet relevant topics
 * establish an ePals account for the class, facilitate the online project, and assist in finding willing global participates (classroom).
 * continued collaborative efforts are made with the local classroom teacher, students, and global students via ePals.