What are Siftables?
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Thursday, November 5, 2009
"Tackling 21st-Century Learning"
October 29, 2009 Keynote Speaker:
Donald J. Leu, J. Gregory McVerry, W. Ian O’Byrne, Lisa Zawilinski
University of Connecticut and the New Literacies Research Lab
How should we prepare our students to read, think, problem solve, and communicate with others using the Internet, preparing them for the 21st century?
You are invited into a conversation about the nature of information on the Internet and its implications for how we think about reading comprehension, critical thinking, and learning in a digital information age. We will explore how the Internet poses new challenges for learners that extend beyond traditional reading comprehension skills to encompass new literacies and the higher level thinking skills associated with locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and communicating with online information text.
We will also introduce the key components of Internet Reciprocal Teaching, a student-centered model of instruction designed to better prepare students for the unique challenges of reading and learning on the Internet within 1-1 laptop classrooms. We will end with a series of recommendations for educational leaders and policymakers seeking to prepare all students for their literacy future in a digital age.
Donald J. Leu, J. Gregory McVerry, W. Ian O’Byrne, Lisa Zawilinski
University of Connecticut and the New Literacies Research Lab
How should we prepare our students to read, think, problem solve, and communicate with others using the Internet, preparing them for the 21st century?
MassCUE Keynote
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You are invited into a conversation about the nature of information on the Internet and its implications for how we think about reading comprehension, critical thinking, and learning in a digital information age. We will explore how the Internet poses new challenges for learners that extend beyond traditional reading comprehension skills to encompass new literacies and the higher level thinking skills associated with locating, evaluating, synthesizing, and communicating with online information text.
We will also introduce the key components of Internet Reciprocal Teaching, a student-centered model of instruction designed to better prepare students for the unique challenges of reading and learning on the Internet within 1-1 laptop classrooms. We will end with a series of recommendations for educational leaders and policymakers seeking to prepare all students for their literacy future in a digital age.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Anywhere, Anytime K-12 Learning
Tech and Learning Online Magazine:
One to One Netbook Pilot Program
Niles Township High Schools of District 219 in Skokie Illinois have instituted an Anywhere/Anytime Learning Plan with a 1:1 netbook pilot program, deploying 400 netbooks to students this year. Another 150 netbooks have gone to administrators and staff to learn about and integrate web 2.0 tools into instruction.
The Niles Township High Schools have implemented an Anywhere/Anytime Learning Plan. To watch video about the plan, visit here.
EdTech Magazine Online:
Minicomputers Adding Mobility and Flexibility for All Learners K-12:
Follow this link to read the article, "Coming Up Big".
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Video Blog Tour with Wes Fryer-MassCue Keynote Speaker-2008
Who is Wes Fryer?
Wesley Fryer is an educator, author, digital storyteller and change agent. With respect to school change, he describes himself as a “catalyst for creative engagement and collaborative learning.” His blog, “Moving at the Speed of Creativity” was selected as the 2006 “Best Learning Theory Blog” by eSchoolnews and Discovery Education, and is utilized regularly by thousands of educators worldwide.
He was named an Apple Distinguished Educator in 2005. He was an elementary classroom teacher for six years in Texas public schools, and a college director of distance learning for five years. Wesley is completing his doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction in 2008 at Texas Tech University, studying the impact of podcasting on student learning in higher education.
Reasons for Blogging or WeBlogging. . .
1. Why not take your class discussions online too?
2. Let parents be active participants in their child's learning.
3. Go paperless.
4. Don't let your students say, "I didn't know what the homework was."
Video Link Below:
Will Richardson, Supervisor of Instructional Technology in Flemington, NJ on Blogging.
*Click here to learn first-hand why teachers and students like to use blogs in school.
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