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K Wolf

TeachPaperless: Don't Block: Educate - 0 views

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  • Don't block: Educate.
    • Russ Goerend
      Russ Goerend on 02 Jun 09
       
      It shows something negative to students when the administration doesn't truth them (or their teachers) with the Internet.
  • Would you rather your child encounter questionable content alone in their room or in a classroom mentored by a trained professional?
    • K Wolf
      K Wolf on 17 Jun 09
       
      This brings up a great point. If we use the Internet with students from the time they are in elementary school and teach them to evaluate the text, just like we would with printed text, then hopefully they will be better consumers of online information. We need to TEACH them how to handle stumbling upon questionable content. It's about setting expectations for how to use the Internet just like you would set expectations for how to use other tools in the classroom. Students will still try to get to sites that are inappropriate, but that behavior should be equivalent to anything else they do that's inappropriate and therefore subject to consequences.
  • We are educators. Nobody said education was going to be comfortable.
    • K Wolf
      K Wolf on 17 Jun 09
       
      And who says the world is a "comfortable" place. If we choose not to use the Internet or choose not to trust students with it, what message are we sending to them? We're (as schools or educators) saying to them that we're ignoring the one type of media that they find legitimate. We're saying to them that we're going to ignore the one place where they go to first for much of their information regardless of its accuracy. How can we send them that message And claim to be effective teachers???
Matt Townsley

Iowa Joins 49 States in Common Core Standards Initiative - Iowa Department of Education - 2 views

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shared by Matt Townsley on 07 Jul 09 - Cached
  • "Iowa is fortunate to have not only state core content standards, but also the Iowa Core Curriculum, which provides rigorous expectations for all students and gives teachers the tools to change teaching and learning in this state," Jeffrey said. "With our recently passed Iowa Core Curriculum, Iowa can easily incorporate national standards because the Core Curriculum provides more explicit guidance to reach high expectations."
    • Matt Townsley
      Matt Townsley on 13 Jul 09
       
      I find this whole discussion of 'common core standards' to be pretty intriguing. Not too long ago, Iowa was the only (?) state that did not have statewide standards - each district was charged was creating its own. Now we're on board with joining a coalition to create national standards. Things change quickly!
    • Gina Martin
      Gina Martin on 07 Apr 10
       
      They need to be adapted to special education students that are severe and profound....we have to adapt our curriculum to meet these standards, but it would be nice if all schools in Iowa are using the same adaptations.
    • Kim Renning
      Kim Renning on 07 Apr 10
       
      I find it interesting as well...We (Iowa) should be well on the way with the Iowa Core Curriculum.
  • The goal is to have a common core of state standards that states can voluntarily adopt. States may choose to include additional standards beyond the common core as long as the common core represents at least 85 percent of the state's standards in English language arts and mathematics. The second phase of this initiative is to ultimately develop common assessments aligned to the core standards developed through the process.
    • Matt Townsley
      Matt Townsley on 13 Jul 09
       
      moving towards national assessments?! I wonder what companies like Pearson think of this idea. Not that it really matters, but I could see some special interest groups becoming...'interested' in getting these contracts. Plan on keeping an eye on how all of this progresses.
  • Corey St. John on 07 Jul 09
     
    I thought this was interesting...
angrichards

Science based Learning is about to become Mainstream | Disrupt Education | Big Think - 0 views

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pln_course teachers science

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    • angrichards
      angrichards on 29 Jun 11
       
      Using web2.0 tools to motivate students
  • the biggest enemy of effective learning can’t be taken away by applying those strategies because it’s something that is fundamental and essentially more important than having a strategy: motivation or or in other words the lack of motivation many learners experience.
  • learning in school or college was based on tradition and lesson plans and undoubtedly some well-respected methods but without real scientific evidence that the way we learn is actually the best way we could learn. It’s just the way some people decided on and we have always done it ever since.
  • angrichards on 29 Jun 11
     
    Blog on motivating students to learn using web2.0 tools
Jenna Stevens

ADHD Students and Fidgeting: Should Teachers Control Classroom Fidgets or Encourage Them? | Suite101.com - 0 views

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  • Jenna Stevens on 08 Mar 12
     
    I am sharing this because I think it is important for teachers outside of special education to recognize. Sometimes kids need a little extra something to keep them busy. To often teachers see it as a toy and take it away, but these kids need something in their hands to keep them from getting so much built up energy.
jmitsch

Cool Cat Teacher Blog: QR Code Classroom Implementation Guide - 0 views

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qrcodes classroom guide

shared by jmitsch on 06 Jun 12 - No Cached
  • QR Codes are barcodes of information that hardlink the physical world with the online world.
  • They can save us time. They can save paper. They provide a link to mobile devices that help students do their homework and follow along.
  • Adobe air QR Code reader
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  • Once on your computer, it is a picture that can be put into presentations, graphics, and blog posts.
  • type in a website name and generate the code
  • Common QR Code Problems
  • Mobile Websites Don't Show All Features. Problem: When used on a mobile device, many websites (like Ning) will take you to their mobile-enabled website which may leave out the item (like a blog) that you need to assess. Solution: Look at the bottom of the page for the "view the regular version of this website" link. I recommend this if you're on an ipad, in particular.
  • 7 Uses of QR Codes in the Classroom
Matt Townsley

Formative and Summative Assessment in the Classroom - 0 views

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assessment formative

shared by Matt Townsley on 27 Jul 09 - Cached
  • When teachers use sound instructional practice for the purpose of gathering information on student learning, they are applying this information in a formative way. In this sense, formative assessment is pedagogy and clearly cannot be separated from instruction. It is what good teachers do. The distinction lies in what teachers actually do with the information they gather. How is it being used to inform instruction? How is it being shared with and engaging students? It's not teachers just collecting information/data on student learning; it's what they do with the information they collect.
    • Matt Townsley
      Matt Townsley on 27 Jul 09
       
      well said. I think that putting this into practice will be a challenge. Convincing others that this mentality is where we should be going might be even more of a challenge though. Wow.
  • Matt Townsley on 27 Jul 09
     
    another great write-up on formative assessment; this one comes from a secondary (middle school) source. The driver's license analogy is worth sharing with colleagues, in my opinion.
Russ Goerend

The Edjurist - Information on School and Educational Law - Blog - Outliers = Dangerous - 0 views

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edjurist outliers malcolm gladwell

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  • a mile wide and an inch deep
    • Russ Goerend
      Russ Goerend on 07 Jul 09
       
      I'm interested to see the opinions of those in the ICC group regarding this book. I have not read it, but I know Gladwell had one of the keynotes at NECC this year and Outliers is brought up fairly often by my colleagues. It's definitely a book I'd like to read at some point, if only for the sake of seeing what all the fuss is about.
Maureen Taylor

School Administrators of Iowa -Gaining Public Support for Iowa Core Implementation - 1 views

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iowa core curriculum public support

shared by Maureen Taylor on 16 Jun 09 - Cached
  • SAI members might be interested in downloading a Webinar on taking initiatives to scale and reading principles on how to create "sticky" messages that convey to the public exactly what you're striving to accomplish in your school improvement efforts.
  • Julie Schendel on 18 Jun 09
     
    I noticed the offer to join a book club for one of Doug Reeves' books on the SAI website. I believe that he has a lot to offer us in terms of ideas and suggest his website: www.LeadandLearn.com
Brenda McKone

Iowa Honored for Work on 21st Century Skills - Iowa Department of Education - 1 views

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    • Brenda McKone
      Brenda McKone on 14 Jun 09
       
      It's nice to know that all the hard work is begin recognized. I really think that the ICC is here to stay. This is definitely going to be a great thing for the education of our Iowa students.
    • John Olson
      John Olson on 28 Feb 12
       
      Agree! Congrats
    • Lisa Yoder
      Lisa Yoder on 29 Feb 12
       
      I am wondering when this award was given because the article says "Today...." but there's no date. It is so good to see that SOMETHING is working in Iowa's Education system. The news in the special education arena received in August 2011 from Marty Ikeda was nothing short of disappointing and frankly, a big let down, with the information that Iowa is LAST in the nation in regards to the gap between special educaiton and regular education student achievement. So, this article reinforces my long-standing belief that Iowa is a LEADER in education. I am pleased to see that Iowa continues to pursue forward-thinking opportunities!!
  • Deena Logsdon on 15 Jun 09
     
    It's great the ICC has gotten recognition for all of the hard work educators have put into it. What a great opportunity to focus on our students and creating the best educational curriculum possible for them.
Brenda McKone

Video: Margaret Heritage - Formative Assessment » Iowa Public Television - 0 views

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shared by Brenda McKone on 01 Jun 09 - Cached
  • Formative assessment has been described as the systematic process of gathering student evidence and providing feedback about how learning is progressing while instruction is underway
    • Matt Townsley
      Matt Townsley on 01 Jun 09
       
      good definition of formative asseseement.
  • This keynote will provide a framework for the rationale and development of formative assessment practices that will make instruction in Iowa secondary settings more focused and effective.
    • Brenda McKone
      Brenda McKone on 09 Jun 09
       
      Got to hear this in person. Lots of good information.
  • Matt Townsley on 01 Jun 09
     
    The Iowa DE will be contracting with Margaret Heritage for formative assessment as the Iowa Core Curriculum is rolled out. This is a video of a keynote she gave at the 2008 Iowa HS Summit.
  • Matt Townsley on 01 Jun 09
     
    Margaret Heritage keynote (video) from 2008 Iowa HS Summit
Michele Arman

Effects of Technology on Classroom and Students - 4 views

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technology classroom

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  • Michele Arman on 11 Apr 10
     
    I agree with this article. I began using a technology based textbook this year. A teacher does become more of a facilitator when the students are working with technology. It does improve motivation for students who normally don't get excited about school.
  • Kim Renning on 11 Apr 10
     
    I agree as well. Some of the classes we offer at our Alternative School are done on the computer, and you are right, we as teachers do become more of a facilitator with those students. It's funny, we have some students who really like the computer classes, and others who don't like them at all.
Matt Townsley

A new way to grade: Standards replace letters in Waukee | The Des Moines Register | DesMoinesRegister.com - 2 views

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sbar standards-based assessment

shared by Matt Townsley on 07 Feb 11 - No Cached
  • Students will receive statuses of "beginning," "developing," "secure" or "exceeds" in 10 to 12 objectives - or standards - per subject instead of traditional letter grades.
  • "It's a very emotional topic," Reeves said. "A big thing is it's not standards versus grades. It's, 'Are we giving parents and students better information to improve their performance?' "
  • It's critical that before you move students on in their learning, you actually know what it is that they have control of and at what level," he said. "This method does that."
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  • Students can progress from one group to the next, and have the ability throughout the year to retake the assessments to prove proficiency.
Brenda Schnell

5 Tips for Sparking a Grassroots Movement Online - 0 views

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pln_course

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  • Brenda Schnell on 30 Aug 11
     
    Anne Driscoll is the vice president of business operations at Ning , where she is responsible for marketing, communications, creative services and human resources. Prior to joining Ning, Anne led communications and brand initiatives at Google. “Social action” comes easy to those who understand the value of service, helping others and devoting themselves to making the world a better place despite challenges.
Matt Townsley

Is REAL Formative Assessment Even Possible? - The Tempered Radical - 0 views

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formative assessment billferriter

shared by Matt Townsley on 11 Sep 11 - No Cached
  • Instead, school leaders should ask that teachers meet with ONE collaborative group and one collaborative group only. Then, they should require that collaborative groups make formative assessment a priority. Meetings should focus on studying formative assessment data, creating exemplars, improving rubrics, and designing remediation and enrichment opportunities for kids. The simple truth is teachers just don’t have the time to do formative assessment correctly if their attention is divided between the kinds of traditional meetings we’ve always been required to attend.
    • Matt Townsley
      Matt Townsley on 11 Sep 11
       
      Yes!  In my opinion, this should be the #1 priority of every collaborative learning team. 
Joanna Seymour

Framing and Learning - 0 views

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cbl pbl curriculum formative assessment education 21st Century

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  • Joanna Seymour on 11 Oct 11
     
    A direction that many schools need to consider is adding more challenge based learning opportunities. The CBL framework is constructivist, the experience is authentic, and the outcome is relevant because it makes a difference in the students' school, community, or world.
Matt Townsley

The Changing Face of Education in Iowa: Mt. Washington is 6288 feet tall - 3 views

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ICC

shared by Matt Townsley on 13 Nov 09 - Cached
  • When we discuss the Iowa Core, this is an example of what we need to do. Get rid of the rest of that stuff. Determine what is important. And then have a deeper lesson, leading to deeper conceptual And procedural knowledge, with authentic And formative assessment. Which will lead to permanent learning.
    • Matt Townsley
      Matt Townsley on 13 Nov 09
       
      quadrant D learning...
  • Matt Townsley on 13 Nov 09
     
    Evan points out a need to examine how we will look at the ICC, through the lens of his daughter's SS class.
Rick Schupbach

Polar Active - 0 views

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Health and PE

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  • Rick Schupbach on 04 Mar 12
     
    24/7 Activity Measurement - For students of all ages wanting to improve their health and fitness by measuring the impact of their daily activities. This is what we use with our students at Grundy Center to help them become aware of their activity outside of PE.
Susie Peterson

Best content in Iowa Core Discussion | Diigo - Groups - 0 views

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    • Susie Peterson
      Susie Peterson on 05 Jun 12
       
      While Kay doesn't address the Common Core specifically, he does address the changes that need to occur for schools to become viable in the 21st Century.  He specifically refers to the 4 Cs, which are found in 21C Skills/Standards.  Creativity, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, and Communication.  Be committed to the 3 Rs and the 4Cs.  Good article of reform-minded individuals. Susie P
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