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Ken Fuller

Doug Johnson Website - Just-in-Time Technology Training - 0 views

  • If you as a teacher have scarce time and resources to devote to learning new skills, learning those that will last you the remainder of your career is a sound investment. All teachers do need to be “technologically literate” if they are to both improve their professional productivity and to give their students the learning opportunities technology provides. If we don’t, we are as unethical as a doctor who refuses to learn how to take advantage of a CAT scan.
  • The focus of all teacher training must shift from just-in-case to just-in-time - learning only what one needs to know, just when one needs it. The just-in-time model of technology training relies less of district- mandated classes and more on more personal, individual learning opportunities.Whether individualize or though a class, learning technology should only be a part of a larger professional growth target.  Learning to use a database should be a part of learning to do more effective assessments. Learning to use mind-mapping software such as Inspiration should be a part of learning better writing instruction practices. Learning to more effectively search the Web should be a part of learning to how to improve student research practices. (Other examples can be found at <http://www.doug-johnson.com/dougwri/rubrics-for-restructuring.html) In other words, the focus should be on improving professional practices, not learning to use a computer. Most educators, including me, are better teachers than students. I’ll confess I have small patience with most classes and workshops whether they are about technology or anything else. Sitting, even for a few hours, listening to a presenter drone on does little for me except help develop a strong empathy for our kids. But if we learn to structure technology training to suit individual adult learning styles and place it within the context of improving educational practices, teachers can and will become “technology-literate” – just in time. 
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    This blog entry is bit dated but it still hits home on many key points: - informal - customized/differentiated - constructing lessons that make sense
Ken Fuller

20 Technology Skills Every Educator Should Have -- THE Journal - 3 views

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    This one is an oldie but a goodie. I use it whenever I work a new group of learners or learners that are new to educational technology. It's an easy read and can be modified to reflect the rapid changes in technology.
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    Yes, I agree with much of the article and the skills mentioned, but at first glance, it's quite daunting. You're talking about skills that, for the average educator, takes years to acquire and with which to become comfortable. That is something we ,as integration specialists,s need to keep in mind.
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    Absolutely Sui! I think TISs face the same challenge as classroom teachers. How do we hook them? For people like you and I it's an intrinsic motivation to grow our knowledge base and fine tune our craft. Once a teacher told me, "there are three kinds of teachers, those that were born to do it, those that can be taught to do it and those that will never get it." I want to believe that the overwhelming majority of teachers fall into that second category. So, back to how do we hook them. I agree with Bill that Atomic Learning is woefully underutilized. One way to get the teachers hooked and increase the likelihood that AL is used is to adopt AL as our launching point for developing all PLOs. Take a look at the AL Toolkit http://movies.atomiclearning.com/k12/atomictoolkit. Assuming that we have done our due diligence and prepared our teachers to register for AL and view relevant tutorials prior to the PLO. Use the toolkit materials to "promote" our PLOs. Encourage teachers to subscribe to the AL newsletter and our web site blog feeds. Design PLOs with their work in mind - flipcharts using upcoming unit actiities, etc. I think it was Kathy Shrock that said something like, when teaching an unfamiliar application use a familiar task and when teaching an unfamiliar task use a familiar application. We also need to change the mindset so that the "learning" is their bag of bricks to carry and that we are here to coach, and support them to that end.
Ken Fuller

MidLink Magazine Home - 2 views

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    Sponsored by NC State University and the University of Central Florida, MidLink Magazine highlights exemplary student work, defining best practices in educational technology integration.
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    Be sure to listen to co-founder Caroline McCullen's podcast.
Ken Fuller

Nine Elements of Digital Citizenship - 0 views

  • 1.   Digital Access:   full electronic participation in society.
  • 2.   Digital Commerce:   electronic buying and selling of goods.
  • 4.   Digital Literacy:   process of teaching and learning about technology and the use of technology.
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  • 3.   Digital Communication:   electronic exchange of information.
  • 5. Digital Etiquette:   electronic standards of conduct or procedure.
  • 6.   Digital Law:   electronic responsibility for actions and deeds
  • 7.   Digital Rights & Responsibilities:   those freedoms extended to everyone in a digital world.
  • 8.   Digital Health & Wellness:   physical and psychological well-being in a digital technology world.
  • 9.   Digital Security (self-protection):   electronic precautions to guarantee safety.
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    "Digital citizenship can be defined as the norms of appropriate, responsible behavior with regard to technology use. "
Siu Connor

10 Technology Enhanced Alternatives to Book Reports - TheApple.com - 4 views

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    Technology offers alternatives to the age old (and tired) book report form.
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    Siu - thanks for posting this GEM. I have already created an account for my daughter at Shelfari.com.
Ken Fuller

The Power of Educational Technology: 10 Tips for Beginning Bloggers - 1 views

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    I found this site while surfing one night. I thought it was pretty interesting so I subscribed to their RSS feed. I use NetNewsWire as my aggregator [feed reader/organizer]. Anyway, I have been trying to get my teachers to use their blogs to get information out to parents, etc. Maybe this blog post can help as a springboard to that end. Look for more from me on RSS and aggregator.
William Russo

MICHIGAN: Detroit Public Schools Get "Technology Infusion" (2011-01-04) - 1 views

  • every middle and high school-student
  • their ability to compete not just in Detroit but globally."
  • erdusco says each school is developing its own curriculum that integrates the technology. Verdusco says the netbooks will have to stay in the classroom. Students will start getting their computers next month.
Siu Connor

Technology Integration Matrix - 2 views

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    Great explanatory rubric for levels of technology integration
William Russo

Blogging About The Web 2.0 Connected Classroom: The Administrator's Technology Toolkit - 0 views

  • However, rarely, if ever, is much time spent with administrators, working with them on ways they use technology to enhance what they are doing. What can administrators do?
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    It's true...we don't spend much time, if any at all, teaching principals about current tools. It's a shame, because they are the real catalysts for what happens at the building level. This blogpost is a perfect place for a primcipal to start.
Siu Connor

A few ways to motivate teachers to use tech by Larry Ferlazzo - 4 views

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    This article places the emphasis on building relationships with teachers before you try to integrate technology. Common sense, but sometimes overlooked.
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    LOL! I just read that article on his blog earlier today: http://larryferlazzo.edublogs.org/2009/11/09/a-few-simple-ways-to-introduce-reluctant-colleagues-to-technology/ Interesting because they are both dated Nov 9th (today) and we both found them independently. Just shows how fast information gets relayed. Points are interesting, but his poor grammar frustrates me.
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    Great article, there are common sense ideas to share with those reluctant teachers!
William Russo

Google co-founder Sergey Brin wants more computers in schools | Technology | Los Angele... - 2 views

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    Interesting thoughts by Google's founder. Consider this in light of how we approach our work.
William Russo

News: Technology Gap - Inside Higher Ed - 1 views

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    Professors think they are doing reasonably well when it comes to using technology in the classroom, according to a survey released here this week by CDW-G at the annual meeting of Educause. Not everyone agrees with the faculty view of things
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    Yikes!
Ken Fuller

15 iPad Skills Every Teacher and Student should Have ~ Educational Technology and Mobil... - 0 views

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    iPad apps recommended for each learning goal.
Ken Fuller

Why My Six-Year-Old Students Have Digital Portfolios | Getting Smart - 0 views

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    Are you taking advantage of the available technology to work with the tykes in your family? For those without children, nieces, nephews, and cousins count too.
Ken Fuller

Free Technology for Teachers - 0 views

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    Richard Byrne is a High School History and Civics and the author this blog Free Tech 4 Teachers http://www.freetech4teachers.com You really must make a habit of visiting this blog.
Ken Fuller

To Tweet or Not to Tweet: Managing the Legal Risks of Social Media - 0 views

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    Being proactive is key in harnessing the power of emerging technologies like social media. Check out this article on the implications of social media in the workplace from an HR perspective. Try looking at the content through the eyes of an IT specialist. Directly from the article "The Bottom Line" Organizations must develop strong policies and implement them in a defensible way. If there are no internal resources with the hybrid legal and IT experience needed to execute a smart e-discovery strategy, it's advisable to hire outside expertise. Getting your e-discovery ducks in a row may be a tall order, but it can be done. Here are some guidelines: 1. Know your enemy. Find out what kinds of social media tools are being used in your organization and why. 2. Don't try to ban social media. Locking down your company's Internet access is an unrealistic goal, and it sends the wrong message to employees. 3. Establish good policies. Consider legal risks in all of the company's existing policies, including corporate communications and acceptable use policies. 4. Educate employees. Communicate why policies are important for the well-being of the organization and its staff. 5. Solicit feedback. Ask users for their input about policy changes. This will go a long way in ensuring adoption. 6. Keep it short. Make policies clear and understandable, and cut the legal jargon. Provide guidelines and examples to help employees understand the company's expectations. 7. Require employees to certify (in writing) their understanding and compliance with all corporate policies. 8. Track and audit the use of social media sites. This will provide valuable insight about policy compliance and the nature of social media use. Most importantly, learn to embrace social media for all of its benefits. Used properly, social media tools enhance your brand, foster collaboration, and help build the kinds of relationships you need to develop successful teams.
William Russo

The Best Sources For Advice On Using Flip Video Cameras | Larry Ferlazzo's Websites of ... - 4 views

  • There’s a good video on YouTube on How To Use A Flip Video Camera. How To Us A Flip Camera is a simple guide with screenshots. David Pogue of the New York Times has a good review/description on using a Flip, and also has a video. Here are some tips on how to edit your videos after you’ve shot them. Here are some places to get ideas and tips on using them with students: Thirty-Nine Interesting Ways* to use your Pocket Video Camera in the Classroom is a great online presentation from Tom Barrett. 7 Things You Should Know About Flip Camcorders is a good overview on using them in education. Classroom 2.0 has a good discussion on its Forum about using Flips. I believe you can access it without being a member but, if not, it’s free and easy to join. Richard Byrne has started a collaborative project with teachers sharing Many Ways to Use Flip Video Cameras in the Classroom.
  • A few Tips & Tricks for Student filming in the Classroom is another great post over at the Langwitches blog.
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