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This is a study that discuss blended vs online. some research indicates blended is more effective.

Compass provides teachers with online multimedia content and standards-aligned curricula that are interactive and self-paced. Compass activities for students are designed to promote problem-solving and to encourage them to make real-world connections. Compass also includes embedded assessments.

Read these case studies to learn how several schools in the DOE are taking innovation to the next level.

What types of systems are these schools utilizing to take teaching and learning to the next level?

5 special needs teachers share their strategies through their blogs...

There are some interesting finds in this article; although, I would say we are all utilizing most of these technologies all ready as part of our practice.

I was just about to add this article when I saw you already had. I agree that we are using many of them. I would like to know more about the Epson projector that is an IWB. I believe that product is somthing to watch!

"Developing systems and strategies that will help educators use assessment data to improve student learning;"

This article begins with, "today's administrators are busier than ever." This article validates the need for administrators to understand the technologies in their building/district and offers suggestions on how to be a 21st century administrator, something Aussie Tech consultants do every day.

Blended Model Must Have: 1) Development of Cohesive Learning Communities - early & recurring face-to-face must occur - Initial meetings must emphasize "reflective dialogues" and "interactive activities" for bonding & buy-in. - participants must effective use early sessions for "curriculum planning" and "new pedagogical techniques." - Large Video Conferencing Does Not Work! (- but a webinar can engaged many people with buddy groups.) 2) Project Portal Must be Reliable and Simple - video conferencing is OK 3) Administrative Support is Crucial. 4) Facilitators are Essential. 5) Critical Component is the Ongoing Monitoring of Participant's Needs. - through surveys, evaluations, informal feedback, etc... 6) Successful Practices Structure Opportunities to Share and Discuss Teaching Practices. 7) Teacher "Risk-Taking" can be Increased - - for trying new technologies in the context of curriculum writing, 8) Effective Initiatives Build a A Critical Mass 9) True Transformation Requires Time

Interesting PA high school reform effort. The graphic details the "Range of Instructional Use" for using technology as a facilitator for transforming classrooms into 21st century T&L environments.

Excellent examples of how schools in NYC are taking 21st century teaching and learning to the next level.

Authors say these applications are, "technology every educator should know." Some new applications... I was impressed that the authors include alignment to NETS-T for each tool. We can share the NETS alignment along with the tool.

Excellent! Takes a while to search through, but there is something for everyone here and it's a good resource for us to find good new tools to use for in-school PD sessions. It's one of those sites you need to revisit every few months.

Great visual/graphic representation of Bloom's. Thanks for sharing this! I've emailed it to several friends and colleagues.

LAN stands for "Learning at Night" and is an excellent model for breathing new life into professional development sessions.

While many schools still do not allow cell phones, an iPod Touch bridges that gap. Wifi access provides a tremendous opportunity for students and teachers to browse the web, type a response, record audio or calculate a problem.

England to teach online safety to all students 5+ from 2011

Unit planning template developed by the DOE's core Innovation Team.

Very interesting site devoted to supporting development of PLCs... serach for digital and find variety of articles available. Site maintained by Solution Tree - no advertising