Buddyschool

Buddyschool

Buddyschool FAQ Buddyschool - facebook
 * Resources, links and/or class examples:**


 * Strengths:**
 * Brings students and teachers from all over the world together.
 * Great way to make distance education more interactive.
 * Language speakers can take of actual native speakers.
 * Calendars automatically figure out time zone differences.
 * Can use internet communicator (VoIP) of choice (Skype, Google Talk, etc..)
 * Options to chat, and co-browse.
 * No software installation required.
 * Accepts PayPal, credit cards, or bank transfers as payment.
 * language community on facebook
 * easy to locate


 * Weaknesses:**
 * Paid ads – sponsored listings, highlighted listings cost extra.
 * Lessons can cost upwards of $50 per/hour


 * Opportunities:**
 * Expand learning.
 * Meet new people from different cultures.
 * Study abroad without leaving your house or classroom.
 * Foreign language teachers can utilize guest speakers from other countries via VoIP.


 * Threats:**
 * Scams & fraudulent activity
 * High level of competition (similar applications/websites)


 * Ideas for the Classroom:**
 * Guest speakers from foreign countries.
 * Guest lecturer, presenter from foreign countries.