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John Evans

Social networks and kids: How young is too young? - CNN.com - 5 views

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    Researchers say a growing number of children are flouting age requirements on sites such as Facebook and MySpace, or using social-networking sites designed just for them.
Phil Taylor

On Ed Tech, We're Asking the Wrong Question | The Committed Sardine - 7 views

  • In the end, that’s all technology is, too—a resource. In the hands of talented and well-trained teachers, it can facilitate high-quality teaching and learning; when used by average teachers, it most likely will lead to average results. And in either case, it’s not entirely clear whether test scores would rise, anyway—for reasons I’ll discuss later.
  • There is plenty of anecdotal evidence to suggest that, when used wisely, technology is a powerful resource that can help boost achievement.
  • I would argue that’s the point: You can’t separate the technology from the rest of the learning process, because they are inextricably bound.
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  • But technology doesn’t exist in a vacuum. For technology to have an impact on student achievement, schools also need sound teaching, strong leadership, fidelity of use, and a supportive culture, among other things.
  • Among schools with one-to-one computing programs, 70 percent reported their students’ achievement scores on high-stakes tests were on the rise. But this figure was 85 percent for schools that employed certain strategies for success, including the use of electronic formative assessments on a regular basis, frequent collaboration of teachers in professional learning communities, and—most importantly—strong principal and school district leadership.
Phil Taylor

More powerful pencils: 1:1 Laptop Programs and 21st century learning « 21k12 - 6 views

  • it is not because they had a 1-1 program in itself that made them so, but because they had a classroom culture of student inquiry, of research, collaboration, and on-line publishing, all of which were well supported by the laptops in students’ hands.
  •   “Laptop computers [would not be] technological tools; rather, [they would be] cognitive tools that are holistically integrated into the teaching and learning processes of their school.”
  • One of the best sections of this article speaks right to this, as it advocates schools to bring the students to the table: But it’s not just teachers who experts say must be involved in the 1-to-1 planning process—students should be, too.
Phil Taylor

iPad in every TEACHER'S hand | Opening Doors and Turning On Lights - 15 views

  • . I use Evernote for all my notes for school, student council meetings and PD’s. I also use Google docs to help me with assessment as I wander the room too.
  • Downloading great content from iTunes U and having the ability watch or listen without internet is such an advantage with this device
John Evans

Educators Need to be 21st Century Learners Too… - 3 views

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    "What is 21st century learning? It is collaboration. It is creativity. It is critical thinking and problem-solving. It is research and information literacy. It is digital citizenship. It is responsible use. We expect our children to develop these skills. We integrate these skills in our every day lessons so that our students can grow and expand their knowledge. We create spaces so that our students can create and collaborate, whether it is a physical space or a virtual space. We expect our students to be good digital citizens, using devices, programs, and tools responsibly.  We want our students to ask questions and explore for answers.  We expect our students to learn, grow, and then reflect on that learning. So, wouldn't we expect the same skills for ourselves as educators and professionals?"
John Evans

BoomWriter- A Great Tool for Conducting Engaging Group-Writing Projects with Students ~... - 4 views

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    "BoomWriter is a collaborative writing website that is free for teachers and allows students to create, share, and even publish stories and other original content. BoomWriter's easy-to-use and interactive group writing platform lets teachers deliver a fun and engaging personalized learning experience, while elementary, middle, and high school age students work online to develop their reading, writing, and peer assessment skills."
Chiki Smith

How I Got Over My Cheating Husband - 1 views

When I learned that my hubby was cheating on me, I was so angry that if looks could kill he would be already lying lifeless on the floor. But then, when I took a time off, I felt insecure. I knew t...

cheating spouses

started by Chiki Smith on 13 Jul 11 no follow-up yet
Child Therapy

Developing Self Confidence In Children - 1 views

My husband and I were really worried with the indifference that our second child has been showing. We noticed that she did not like to mingle with other kids in the class. Her teacher even told us ...

started by Child Therapy on 29 Nov 12 no follow-up yet
Child Therapy

Coaching Both Parent And Child - 3 views

I want to see my kid happy and grow to his full potential. That is why, when I see him having trouble opening up to me or to other people, I feel bad as a parent. I feel that I am not doing a good ...

started by Child Therapy on 27 Sep 12 no follow-up yet
Web Design Saudi

A Website with Aesthetic Quality and Functionality - 2 views

I am a businessman in Saudi and I needed a reliable IT company to help me design my website. My brother suggested calling Tech Access. He said, they even have professional web design Saudi team who...

web design Saudi

started by Web Design Saudi on 25 Jul 11 no follow-up yet
Henry Jaxx

Learn It From The Expert - 1 views

started by Henry Jaxx on 21 Nov 12 no follow-up yet
Roger Morris

The Easiest Way To Earn From Your Books - 1 views

Being a book author, I already know that I could not easily get rich with this career because it takes time to have my books sold. Good thing that I have learned about Kindle Book Publishing and I ...

started by Roger Morris on 15 Sep 12 no follow-up yet
Samantha Coleman

Find the Right Teaching Job at Schools and Teachers - 1 views

Looking for a teaching job online is a never easy task. With all the job boards online, finding the right resource to trust can be challenging. That is why I am thankful with Schools and Teachers f...

started by Samantha Coleman on 20 Dec 12 no follow-up yet
Samantha Coleman

The Most Conducive Place To Find Great Teaching Jobs - 1 views

I used to be a teacher in one of the big schools in the country and I would say that I have enjoyed my job. But I would also like to try my expertise in other countries, so I went online hoping tha...

started by Samantha Coleman on 27 Nov 12 no follow-up yet
Phil Taylor

Why Daydreaming is Critical to Effective Learning | Global Digital Citizen Foundation - 1 views

  • It’s never too early to learn smart strategies to focus in on priorities and tune out what’s not immediately necessary.
John Evans

The Library Voice: GeoGuessr Now Available On Your iPhone and iPad....Get Your Students... - 2 views

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    "As I was looking through Twitter yesterday, I was very excited to see this tweet from our friends at GeoGuessr.  We can now explore the world with GeoGuessr with an iPad and iPhone using the new app.   What fun news this is for our learners....and for all of us to play the best geography game online anywhere. "
John Evans

If You're Scared Of Math, Your Kids Might Be Too : NPR - 0 views

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    "A spike in blood pressure. A racing heart rate. Sweaty palms. For many adults, this is what they feel when faced with difficult math. But for kids, math anxiety isn't just a feeling, it can affect their ability to do well in school. This fear tends to creep up on students when performance matters the most, like during exams or while speaking in class. One reason for a kid's math anxiety? How their parents feel about the subject. "A parent might say, 'oh I'm not a math person, it's okay if you're not good at math either,' " Sian Beilock, cognitive scientist and President of Barnard College, says. "It can send a signal to kids about whether they can succeed." But new research from Beilock and her team shows that parents don't have to overcome their fear of math to help their child succeed, as long they changed their attitudes about the subject."
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