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Videoconferencing Network
Welcome to Region 4's Videoconference Network
Region 4 Education Service Center's Videoconferencing Network is more than just technology or equipment infrastructure. It has become a network that serves area students and educators by providing access to exceptional academic and professional development programs. The Videoconferencing Network provides an environment which overcomes barriers to education caused by time and physical distance. Distance learning opportunities are provided by two-way videoconferencing technology that allow regional and global access to educational networks. The Network provides a gateway to new experiences in education!
Uses
The Videoconference Network provides a versatile and unique opportunity for:
  • Staff development

  • Guest speakers

  • Dual enrollment courses
  • District-to-District team teaching
  • Advanced degree courses for teachers
  • Technical assistance

  • Virtual field trips
  • Administrative/Advisor meetings
  • Content-inspired expert interviews
  • Teacher sharing for high need courses

  • Community education programs
  • Mock debates
  • Unique student projects
Benefits
Region 4 Education Service Center's Videoconference Network offers instructional, economic, and productivity benefits. Among those are:
» Student interaction with other students and other cultures
» Student interaction with technology as a component of the learning experience
» Student access to programs not offered on their campus
» Student interaction with expert guest speakers
» Staff members access to professional development courses without the travel requirement
» Staff members learn to apply technology as an educational tool

For information on the Region 4 Education Service Center's Videoconferencing Network, e-mail Diane Edgar, or Phone: 713.744.6862
 
7145 West Tidwell Houston, TX 77092-2096 713.462.7708