Global Campus - so much going on!
Global Campus - so much going on!
You access the Global Campus site through Moodle (http://learning.bratislava.nordanglia.com/) so it is essential that you know your Moodle password so you can log on and get involved. Please ask your teacher to help you if are not sure of your password.
There is so much going on in the Global Campus Arts section. Get in there and check it out. Find out about this month’s featured artist…the graffiti artist, Banksy. Fancy having a try at being a graffiti artist? Follow the steps on the Global Campus to complete the Banksy challenge, and then upload a picture of your work to the Padlet to share.
Watching films together is a good way to get to know more about people. You find out how their reactions and responses are different from your own and that helps broaden your perspective on the world. To help build the Global Campus community the Global Cinema has been introduced, a chance to watch the same films as your fellow students around the world and share your responses.
France continues to have a lively film culture to this day and the first film in the Global Cinema is Le Ballon Rouge or The Red Balloon. Watch the film then take the challenge of making a film in the style of The Red Balloon.
English is one of the world's most widely spoken languages. Learn to communicate well in English and doors open for you ... doors to some of the greatest literature ever written, doors to your enjoyment of popular culture, doors to some of the world's best universities. The activities in this area of the Global Campus encourage you to explore English Language and Literacy, to improve and learn new writing skills, and develop your knowledge and appreciation of English Literature. Unique opportunities such as the Global Library and the Creative Writing Competition are designed to challenge you, to help you to think critically and express yourself clearly. Make the most of these and the other opportunities on offer there.
Shakespeare
Shakespeare was one of the best writers ever. He wrote at least 38 plays and over 160 poems. Next year is the 400th anniversary of his death, and to remember him there are loads of amazing events around the world. Look out for some near where you live and tell your schools about them. To introduce you to some of his best plays, there are some short, fun activities to do on the Global Campus.
Remember to bring your passport to Mrs Keys or Miss Jardine if you have done any activities at home or in class which will earn you a stamp. Remember we are counting the stamps at the end of the year to make sure you get your reward certificates.