I just had to share this resource which I have just ordered for my school. I and I should say we are really just starting to get immersed into the intercultural understanding space in schools. It’s an really interesting space to explore. We have just trialled e-pals with our sister school in China for two classes and hope to roll this out a bit more soon. The whole idea of connecting young people and then scaffolding some conversations is well to say the least an exciting space. Anyway enjoy the clip.
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