21st century learning PBL resources. Just the right amount to not overwhelm. Includes link to PBL workshop which can be done as a self directed activity.
App Inventor is a great tool to teach programming to high school students. This site contains a 6 week long curriculum program created by Google Intern, Michelle Hutton. The curriculum is a project based curriculum that allows students to explore the world of computer science through the creation of smartphone apps.
The Mindset List was created at Beloit College in 1998 to reflect the world view of entering first year students. It started with the members of the class of 2002, born in 1980.
At the Waldorf School of the Peninsula computers are not allowed in the classroom and high tech gadgets are discouraged. Who would send their children to such a place? Would you believe that many executives from silicon valley companies like Google and Yahoo? This article challenges us to define engagement and makes us question what role computers should play in education.