Expert Interviews

There will be times when Essential Questions will need research from an "expert." Social Media is a great avenue to use to solicit help: Twitter, Instagram, FB, Blogs, YouTube. Connecting around the world with Skype, Google Hangouts, or actual experts in the community or world is authentic research. Conducting expert interviews supports many ELA CCSS and builds listening and speaking skills, creativity, and confidence.

YouTuber "Bill's Channel, Fake or Real" Expert Interview on journalism, researching tips, and advice. How do you know if your research is fake or real?

CER: Claim, Evidence, Reasoning

Could a Megalodon have existed?

Ask Bill!

Would I want to be a DJ? Does music make people happier?

Interview with B96 DJ Flipside

GH Project on Weather & Tornadoes with Expert Tracy Butler ABC7

Student GH Project on Sports Broadcasting- mock interview with Chicago Cubs' Director of Medical Administration

Student GH Project on "Would I like to be a baker?" Expert Interview with local baker.


What is the culture and food like in Scotland? Expert interview clip.

Google Hangout with University of Chicago Language Expert on Malayalam