Transcript 20121003_Mahsoob_K12_Collaborations

K12 Collaborations and
International Learning
through R&E Networks
John Fafalios, Multimedia Services Engineer
MAGPI
Timothy Devlin, Program Director
AlleghenyCONNECT
Amiena Mahsoob, Deputy Director of Education Programs
World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh
International Partners through
Internet2
Internet2
KINBER
Pennsylvania Partners
AlleghenyCONNECT
MAGPI:
A Regional Resource
• Connectivity to Internet2
• Educational Services:
• Original Content Programming
• Workshops & Professional Development
• Multimedia Services: Video Bridging, Archiving &
Streaming
• Infrastructure Services including Optical Networking
MAGPI Multimedia Services
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Testing
Assisting with Providing Solutions
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ConferenceME
Cisco Jabber Telepresence
BlueJeans
Polycom CMA
Fuze
World Affairs Council of
Pittsburgh
• An independent, non-partisan, non-profit organization
dedicated to promoting a deeper understanding of key
contemporary international issues
• Hold over 100 global education programs annually for
students and teachers, many which are available via
video conference.
Original Programming
•International Student Summits: Large-scale programs
with panel discussion and policy scenario
•International Youth Forums: Socratic-style small group
discussion format
•Hot Seat: Student-led interview with expert
•Pen Pals: Students connect with their international
counterparts.
Highlights
Compilation Video Reel
Best Practices
• Clear communication and expectations among
partners.
• Effective, functional technology.
• Interactive, student-centered programming.
• Ongoing relationships and trust to create innovative
programs.
• What about your experiences?
Upcoming Events
•Breakfast with Australia/Afternoon Tea with
America
•International Youth Forums
•International Student Summit on Cybersecurity
•Irish Video Pals
•Career Symposia
•Teacher Workshop on Best Practices in
International Video Conferencing
What partnerships are
you interested in
developing?
http://video.magpi.net/videos/channel/4
Thank You
Tim Devlin, Program Director,
AlleghenyCONNECT
[email protected]
John Fafalios, Multimedia Services Engineer,
MAGPI
[email protected]
Amiena Mahsoob, Deputy Director, Education
Programs, World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh
[email protected]