• Conducting a conference between two or more participants at different sites by using computer networks to transmit audio and video data *
• A way to connect individuals at remote sites in real time.
• A way to share resources and expertise.
• A way to collaborate face-to-face without travel.
• A way to observe lessons/teachers.

 *http://www.techweb.com/encyclopedia/defineterm?term=Video+Conferencing

• 1 "live" network connection
• 1 Polycom or Tanberg videoconferencing camera
• 1 small TV
• 1 cart

*ECU works with the partnering school district to provide equipment and technical support. The classroom teacher is not responsible for providing equipment or set up.

• Opportunities for current teachers to share ideas and impact future teachers:
• Enhanced teacher preparation
• Demand for off-campus programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Linking K-12 & Higher Education
• Supervision of Interns/Student Teachers
• Research
• Team Teaching and Collaborations
• Partnerships with Business and Industry
• Guest Speakers
• Internships/Fieldwork that can be viewed
• Partnerships with Higher Education Institutions
• Potential for less intrusive observations:  A class of ECU students can all observe the same teacher (and lesson) without all piling in to the back of the classroom, or trickling in over several days – arrange times/days only with instructor. 

• Any K-12 school in the Latham Clinical Schools Network-
  Schools and/or School Districts must have signed a tele-education agreement form and have parental permission for all students.
• Universities
• Business and Professional Speakers

If you are interested in working with this project or have questions, please contact
Dionna Manning at manningd@ecu.edu or 252-328-6484.