Megaconference Jr.

An Event for Students, By Students, Around the World
Target Audience: 
K12 Students
Cost: 
FREE!
Requirements for Participation: 

H.323 Videoconferencing Equipment is required for interactive sites

Advanced Registration is required for webstream and interactive sites

Megaconference Jr., now in its 7th year, is a project designed to give students in elementary through secondary schools around the world the opportunity to communicate, collaborate and contribute to each other's learning in real time, using advanced multi-point video conferencing technology. Vj teams and their interactive partners will develop and share activities focused on both academic and cultural issues. The teams will collaborate with geographically diverse peers on authentic learning activities, thus building international cultural awareness. Participants viewing the days events will be able to address questions to the presenters through a special Megaconference Jr. social networking site.

Megaconference Jr. addresses local and national curriculum standards in multiple subject areas. It will also help students and teachers develop the capacity to effectively utilize high-speed networks, videoconferencing and other emerging technologies to enhance learning experiences.

ADVANCED REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. You can find out more about registration on the Megaconference Jr. Website.

MAGPI is proud to be a founding partner and collaborator in this annual event!