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Quest based learning at Boise State

In an amazing experiment a Delhi-based IT professional has proved that kids can learn computer skills on their own. Over the years the results of Dr. Mitra's experiments have been so spectacular that the National Geographic Channel has made a film on his unique research.

Use the Nike+iPod kit to conduct a virtual running race between schools in different parts of the world.

To design a new playground for our school that meets the needs of the school community

I like Negroponte's response to critics of one-to-one laptop programs in the United States which say the computers facilitate more in-class distraction. Basically, "children are distracted if the teaching is not interesting".

For whatever else it's worth to anyone bothering with the comments here, in spite of my failings as a blogger and an online community member, this site has been - from first post to last - a concerted effort at reconstructing the narrative of a Teacher and, particularly, that of a New Teacher.

There are loftier goals for a blog, certainly, but this has been mine.

highly valuable discussion ... much of which I'm working on with my own situation and DECS ... I'm certainly taking the perspective of 'Authentic Learning vs Risk? They're Mutually Compatible' (or words to that effect) and hope to be speaking on this May 2nd

Using Blogs to Promote Authentic Learning in the Classroom

the eStrategy mentions embedded practice (as opposed to undeveloped) it includes "Embedded
The site has developed innovative approaches to the sharing of effective practice, coaching and mentoring within and beyond the site and makes use of technology to achieve this. Child and student, peer and/or community mentors are an essential component. Organised and planned processes are in place to support and enhance teaching and learning activities and opportunities." and
"Resources - Virtual Environments
All children and students and staff contribute to virtual learning environments, complementing and extending teaching, learning and the curriculum. There is provision for children and students to create their own personal learning spaces. Virtual learning environments are fully integrated with the site's learner and curriculum management systems."
Worth checking out ... also have a look at EdCap (Educational Capabilities) 4 phases including Online learning across all phases.

This DECS vision that should guide future policies. Check out what is below 'Digital Education Revolution' .. some good stuff

Class blog of the 2008 miniLegends, temporarily closed ... the front page explains more and has over 200 comments of support and dialogue of the broader issues.

Testing Diigo widget on my page plus have highlighted one section.