The one stop forum can be used to establish links with schools worldwide. By twinning with schools in different countries you can set up a number of projects to increase your students' awareness of different cultures, practice their English and discover new ways of learning. This is a great way for pupils to practice their written English, make friends and learn about people living in different countries. Post a message on the one stop forum asking for another teacher to set up a link with your class. When the contact has been made assign your students with a penpal from the 'twinned' school.
Students can keep in touch via email or letters.
If your lessons coincide you can use the one stop forum to post group messages that your twinned school will instantly be able to read online. Cultural Exchange Use the one stop forum to establish links with schools around the world to exchange information about your countries and to educate students about different cultures and customs. Post a message on the one stop forum asking for another teacher to set up a link with your class. Ask your students to write down 20 interesting facts about your country. They should also think of 20 things they would like to know about your 'twinned' country.