iEarn

International Education and Resource Network (iEarn) is a non-profit organization that encourages students and teachers to collaborate online throughout the world. The organization currently includes about 30,000 schools in over 130 countries. It's easy to participate! There are 150 projects that teachers can choose from to fit their specific curriculum and schedule needs. Then, using an online forum, your class can meet students from all over the world who are working on the same project. Every project must aim to improve the quality of life on the planet. The organization enables students to become "global citizens" by allowing students to collaborate accross the globe. iEarn offers face to face or online development courses for educators who want to participate in an online global project. Technology has enabled us to communicate worldwide and it's time for educators to take full advantage of the opportunity to take learning to the next level. To learn more about this organization, visit the iEarn website. The website has great stories from iEarn participants who have been impacted by the organization. It also contains contact information, news, and events.

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