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Brandie Payne

What is Inquiry Based Learning? - 0 views

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Research science inquiry learning

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  • involving the learner and leading him to understand
  • involving the learner and leading him to understand
  • gathering of data and information and applying them to senses like smelling, tasting, touching, hearing and seeing.
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  • possessing skills and attitude of yours, which allows you to ask questions about new resolutions and issues while you are gaining new information. Dictionary meaning of Inquiry is seeking knowledge
  • leading him to understand
  • leading him to understand
  • leading him to understand
  • How to Study Help students learn to study well. We offer a number of great resources. View Study Skills Graphic Organizers Great printable graphic organizers for all subjects and grade levels! View Organizers What is Inquiry Based Learning? Inquiry based learning is mainly involving the learner and leading him to understand. Inquiry here implies on the possessing skills and attitude of yours, which allows you to ask questions about new resolutions and issues while you are gaining new information. Dictionary meaning of Inquiry is seeking knowledge , information, or truth through questioning. All the people carry on with this process throughout their life, even if you might find it not very much reflecting. For example, infants use inquiry to build their sense of the world, the babies turn towards voices, put things in their mouths, grasp things, and observe faces that come near. The inquiry process is mainly the gathering of data and information and applying them to senses like smelling, tasting, touching, hearing and seeing. Very sadly, our traditional ways of teaching discourage the process of inquiry. It makes the student get less prone to asking questions as they move through their grade levels, they are just expected to listen and repeat the expected answers. This is due to the lack of understanding of inquiry based learning. Inquiry based learning is not just asking questions, but it is a way of converting data and information into useful knowledge. A useful application of inquiry based learning involves many different factors, which are, a different level of questions, a focus for questions, a framework for questions, and a context for questions. Much mesmerizing information and facts are readily available, which needs an understanding of how to make sense out of it and turn it into useful knowledge. The teachers must be able to analyze that he or she does into only have to accumulate information and data but also have to generate it into useful knowledge, which can be easily done through inquiry based learning. Our country's success depending upon natural resources is the past; the future of our country's success now depends upon the workforce which works smarter. There are four essential elements on which inquiry based learning depends
  • Dictionary meaning of Inquiry is seeking knowledge
  • Inquiry based learning can be applied on all disciplines which has been confirmed through different researches
  • Brandie Payne on 25 Feb 12
     
    This articles provides relevent information about inquiry based learning. It also provides several extra resources.
Tonya Preston

Project-Based Learning in Mathematics Teachers are using the method of instruction know... - 3 views

teachingtoday.glencoe.com/...-based-learning-in-mathematics

Research Project-Based-Learning Math Lessons

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  • Tonya Preston on 20 Feb 12
     
    This article talks about the characteristics of pbl, the reasons to use pbl, examples of pbl, and more. It serves a a great framework on how to get started.
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  • Brandie Payne on 28 Feb 12
     
    I like the idea pf project-based learning. I feel that projects help to reinforce student learning. As a science teacher, this is especially true. I can only image that year around project-based learning would require a great deal of district and campus support to be successful. Nevertheless, I would like to learn more.
  • DeAnna Schlebach on 02 Mar 12
     
    I just took on the position of a 7th/8th grade math lab teacher and the person before me spent a lot of time using packets to teach the students material. I very quickly realized that this method only left the material in the students' mind for a day or two. So for the past week i've been trying to figure out exactly how to use methods of instruction like project-based learning. PLB is an amazing method that more teachers should be aware of, the only issue is that there seems to be a lot of planning up front for this to be a success. I've decided though, that if all that time of planning up front would help my students to KNOW mathematics, then it's worth it.
  • Grace Chandler on 03 Mar 12
     
    Reading the article and being a 7th grade math teacher I have realized that their are alot of teaching stratgies that could work if we had more time to actually focus on mastery and understanding. Alot of teachers are placed on calenders on what has to be taught. With the Texas curriculum being so data driven it has become hard for us to really use those fun teaching stratigies.
Frederick Eberhardt

http://2009.polarhusky.com/ceu/geospatial.pdf - 1 views

2009.polarhusky.com/...geospatial.pdf

Education Adventure Learning in Situated Contexts

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  • Frederick Eberhardt on 23 Feb 12
     
    Adventure learning in a situated context is like a name your own adventure novel for high school and college students in Geography. Its application would work in any field for context-driven learning. Doering, A. et. al. (2007). Adventure learning: situating learning in an authentic context. Innovate 3 (6). Accessed on April 24, 2008. The article is reprinted here with permission of the publisher, The Fischler School of Education and Human Services at Nova Southeastern University. For educational use only.
  • Frederick Eberhardt on 24 Feb 12
     
    Great book about situated learning, kind of makes you feel like you are in a Liam Neeson movie and testing theories and such!
Joshua ROot

"Changing Education Paradigms" YouTube video - 3 views

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Research educators technology

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  • Joshua ROot on 23 Feb 12
     
    Web video created and narrated by educational maverick Sir Ken Robinson. In it, he explains, in a student-centered way, why it is crucial for teachers to embrace technology in the classroom.
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  • Frederick Eberhardt on 23 Feb 12
     
    Good ideas. I can learn something here.
  • Jessica Byrd on 24 Feb 12
     
    I think Sir Ken Robinson's ideas about the curriculum were right! One thing he mentioned that stuck out to me was about the divergent thinking being the essential capacity for creativity. He stated that there were several possible answers instead of just one. He used the example of the ways to use a paper cup to support his ideas. He explained how knowledge deteriorates over time when students become "educated". He says that what is considered as copying or cheating is referred to as collaboration in the environment. I think society is constantly changing and some aspects of the curriculum may need to be modified to meet those needs but not completely. I think with the changing curriculum, students and teachers are so overwhelmed by the emphasis placed on standardized testing that it is difficult for learning to occur in a fun, relaxed environment, except in lower grade levels where the students are still excited about learning. I agree with Sir Ken Robinson in saying that we can meet the future by doing the past, when the stakes weren't so high and so many students weren't being medicated, learning could occur in an environment that wasn't divided!
  • Sheena Jones(SJ) on 25 Feb 12
     
    Joshua, I am so glad you posted this video! I think that all educators need to watch this video simply because it is real. Technology should be essential in the classrooms today's simply because it is what the students see and use when they are not in school. Think about how many students have cell phones, Ipad's, Ipods and video games, we should be taking into consideration these things to strengthn education. I agree with Jessica on the divergent thinking--we sometimes forget that no 2 students are the same so their perspectives on learning and life will be totally different. I think a lot of times we do want the "perfect" classroom but the truth of the matter is we have to consider all learning styles. Students learn best from each other and group work is something that Sir Ken made a point in his presentation. In this course we talk a lot with each other SO that we can learn from each other so why not implement this same learning style into the classrooms?
Joshua ROot

"The XYZ Affair" YouTube video - 1 views

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learning YouTube U.S. History Research

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  • Joshua ROot on 23 Feb 12
     
    This professionally created, animated YouTube video combines visual, text-based, and auditory learning with technology and humor to create a lasting memory in the minds of today's students. I find these kind of tools very successful in the classroom, and I think further researching them is very important. Made by the educational resource company "Ignite! Learning."
  • Jessica Byrd on 24 Feb 12
     
    I think this video is a good technology tool to incorporate in U.S. History. Personally, history is one of my least favorite subjects because it is so boring! When learning about history there are so many historical figures and dates that it is almost impossible for students to remember all the material being presented. Therefore, as educators we must attempt to make learning enjoyable. Learning should consist of a variety of resources to enhance rentention of the information. I think this is definitely a video the students will remember!
Brandie Payne

NSTA :: Interactive Science Notebooks - 1 views

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Research science interactive notebooks

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  • guide
  • teachers must
  • using them authentically
  • have to be chronological and organized
  • notebooks can have many formats
  • notebooks can play a powerful role in science investigation” and serve as a “fantastic assessment tool for teachers
  • guide them in
  • interactive science notebook
  • consolidating student material
  • compare and contrast the model with the real outdoor space
  • they own the material
  • have students process information, learn, and think in a more engaging way
  • a better chance of remembering and applying new information
  • personalize their learning
  • We have been using the interactive notebook as a learning strategy for teachers in our professional development projects
  • original representations of student thinking (essay response, concept maps, diagrams, graphic organizers), the representations produced as the result of data analysis (charts, graphs), and a date/time stamp on all entries
  • three essential elements of science notebooks
  • One challenge teachers face
  • is when “some students struggle with representing their ideas in written form if presented with a limited time to do so
  • the sharing of the uniqueness
  • build students’ confidence
  • Brandie Payne on 25 Feb 12
     
    This article discusses how interactive notebooks can enhance student learning. It also gives several good examples of how they can be used to assess student progress and understanding.
Tonya Preston

Why Teach with Project-Based Learning?: Providing Students With a Well-Rounded Classroo... - 1 views

www.edutopia.org/project-learning-introduction

Research Project-Based-Learning Real-World technology

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  • Tonya Preston on 20 Feb 12
     
    This article talks about project-based learning and how engaging the students in learning they actually gain wider and deeper knowledge of the topic. It talks about how project-based learning is also a great way to incorporate technology.
Rosemary Knebel

Research and Practice in K-12 Online Learning: A Review of Open Access Literature | Cav... - 2 views

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Distance Learning--A Review of Open Access

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  • Rosemary Knebel on 19 Feb 12
     
    This article identifies seven areas that need further research in online learning.
Amanda McHaney

What Are Classrooms Like for Students with Learning Disabilities? | Reading Topics A-Z ... - 1 views

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Learning Disabilities Differentiated instruction

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  • Amanda McHaney on 22 Feb 12
     
    An article written by Kate Garette on the many different ways that general education classes can be threatening to students with learning disabilities and ways to help the situation. 
Amanda McHaney

The Importance of Mentoring - 2 views

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mentoring importance educators Learning

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  • Amanda McHaney on 22 Feb 12
     
    This is an Article written by Wendy L. Werner about the importance of mentoring programs. The article discusses the effects that a good mentor can have on an individual. It also discusses how to be a good mentor as well as a good mentee. 
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  • Frederick Eberhardt on 23 Feb 12
     
    Yes. This is the key to everything. Parents do this. Teachers should do this and we all need more information about how to do this right!
  • Jessica Byrd on 24 Feb 12
     
    I've seen several mentor programs in which the mentor only wore the title but never actually played an active role in the student's life. So what I liked most about the article is the keypoint that stated that a mentor should "take initiative and make time". I think that if someone is going to be a mentor they must be actively involved in the mentee's life in order for progression to occur. A student is not going to feel that they can confide in their mentor until they have established a relationship. Just like in the classroom, students need to know that educators care. They need to feel a sense of belonging. When educators as well as mentors create a warm, caring environment students are more likely to open up or accomplish task to meet their mentor's or teacher's expectations!
  • Frederick Eberhardt on 24 Feb 12
     
    Very good point, Jessica. That is well-said and very important! Because the teachers I liked were the ones I knew and ones who made a difference in my life by the time they gave.
Laura Eben

Taking the Mystery Out of Copyright (Library of Congress) - 6 views

www.loc.gov/...copyrightmystery

copyright libraryofcongress

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  • Laura Eben on 24 Feb 12
     
    This is a good video for students to learn about copyright.
  • Sheena Jones(SJ) on 25 Feb 12
     
    I was just saying I wish I was educated on copyright and fairuse when I was in school, I am glad they have something for the babies to learn. This will be beneficial to them now because they are using technology more and more .
  • Brandie Payne on 27 Feb 12
     
    I also saw this website. I thought that it would be a good educational tool to use in the classroom.
Michelle Osborne

History Teachers and Coaching History in Iowa - 11 views

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Research Interests Resource--

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Tonya Preston

Teaching Students to Think - 0 views

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Research Project-Based Learning

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  • Tonya Preston on 20 Feb 12
     
    This article or column is written for people interested in project-based learning but are not sure exactly what it is or how to use it in their classrooms. It gives a good over view of the idea of project-based learning. Along with what the research says, the reality of implementation, and what a to do if interested.
Grace Chandler

Behavior Management Strategies for Teachers - 0 views

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learning education behavior mangement strategies

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  • Grace Chandler on 03 Mar 12
     
    So, this article talks about 3 stratgies teachers need in order to have that effective learning environment for students.Having an effective learning environment is key to the success of students while also having that bag of tricks(withitness).Second, it goes into detail what teachers need to give students which is: better planning and also set clear rules and expectations
  • adammkey on 03 Mar 12
     
    This is a very insightful article. As a newer instructor, I found these tips both useful and relevant. This will be useful not just for this class, but it will be something I'll rely on in the future.
Darlene Wall

Teaching Cyber Ethics to Students: "What Do You Mean: "What Do You Mean - 2 views

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Cyber saftey and Copyright--1

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  • Darlene Wall on 20 Feb 12
     
    The purpose of this study was to address cyber ethics to fifth and sixth graders to get to know their knowledge and understanding on fair use and copyright. This study started with a lesson to a homeroom class. The lesson addressed the concerns of making copies of a CD and distributing it to others. The purpose of the lesson was to introduce to students how to Play it Safe in Cyberspace lessons. Parents participated in this study; and a survey was provided to them asking how they feel about students learning cyber safety copyright and fair use laws. The survey produced positive feedback from the parents. Further, in the study students were asked to write a letter to the principal or to someone other than the principal about what they had learned about software theft. In these letters, students wrote about the cyber ethics of what you should do and not do and how to take precautions when using certain websites.
  • Tonya Preston on 20 Feb 12
     
    Great article. 5th and 6th grade seems so young to even be able to grasp all of this! It is great to start them out young while they are just really starting to use the web for school. That way when they start doing more complicated projects when they are older they will know how to do it right.
Tonya Preston

Introducing Project-Based Learning - 1 views

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Research Project-Based-Learning

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  • Tonya Preston on 20 Feb 12
     
    This article is amazing! It talks about how pbl can be used in the 21st century and what the benefits of it will be. It is a true introduction. It talks about how a project is usually an extra piece of a lesson...but in a pbl classroom the project is at the center of the lesson.
DeAnna Schlebach

Education World: What Makes Effective Teaching Teams Tick? - 1 views

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Vertical Alignment Math education

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      DeAnna Schlebach on 23 Feb 12
       
      This is in Huntsville, TX-That's cool! Very interesting.
  • Scott Johnson Elementary School in Huntsville, Texas
  • Vertical teams get ideas flowing across grade levels and provide learning opportunities for all teachers, explained Beth Burt, the school's principal. "The concept of vertical teaming has opened communication between grade levels," she told Education World. "That, in turn, has improved student achievement."
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  • "It was formed to provide a forum for discussing specific curriculum issues and looking at student work across the grades. It has been very helpful to examine the grade levels at which certain skills are taught and how much re-teaching occurs."
  • DeAnna Schlebach on 23 Feb 12
     
    This article talks about different ways teaming brings about success. Near the bottom of the article the use of vertical alignment teams are discussed. Good read!
  • Frederick Eberhardt on 23 Feb 12
     
    Why not? The sky is the limit. We are only prevented to succeeding where we think there are no possibilities! This is really neat.
  • Sheena Jones(SJ) on 25 Feb 12
     
    Wow! I did my Method's at this school and I thought it was phenomenal then, I can only imagine now. This may be an article that I take back into my school because we have a group of 4th graders who are missing skills. It is hard to get the students prepared for the 5th grade level when they are missing 2nd and 3rd grade skills. Today I was talking to a teacher about what the students are being taught in the 3rd grade and she did not know. I think that if the teachers are communicating with the other grade level they are more aware of what to expect the next school year. This may also promote colloboration with other grade levels so that many skills are not missing. I am sure this will benefit all teachers and make learning more effective. It is all about team work!
Jessica Byrd

Digital Literacy- Using Technology in the Classroom - 3 views

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learning educators engage

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  • Jessica Byrd on 23 Feb 12
     
    This is an animoto that provides an example of how technology can be used in the classroom. It also briefly shows that teachers should know how and when to use technology to get students involved and/or engaged in the learning process.
  • Darlene Wall on 01 Mar 12
     
    Interesting animoto I might add. Teachers should utilize every resource that is available to them in the classroom. Sometimes discussions can be dry and boring when you utilize the same chalk or blackboard. The only problem is that you have to monitor student's use of the computer on a regular basis. Do not get me wrong I enjoy having computers in my classroom. You just need to make sure that students are constantly following the AUP policy in the district that you teach.
  • Grace Chandler on 03 Mar 12
     
    I really liked that animoto. It is one that I think that should start off the school year at a faulity meeting. There are so many ways to use technology and keep students engaged. I wish that some of people at my school would stop being so scared to use it.
Joshua ROot

Modern learning: Quizlet in the social studies classroom - 1 views

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Research Quizlet technology

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  • Joshua ROot on 23 Feb 12
     
    I love quizlet! These teacher- OR student-made online study guides allow students to access material and information anywhere with internet connection. And its use of different methods--flash cards-matching-GAMES!-quizzes--ensures all learning styles are addressed. This article (a thesis) studies and advises on the use of Quizlets.
  • Frederick Eberhardt on 23 Feb 12
     
    Interesting idea for convenient and smart teaching!
Amanda McHaney

NCSALL: Differentiated Instruction - 2 views

www.ncsall.net/?id=736

Differentiated educators Learning

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  • Amanda McHaney on 22 Feb 12
     
    This is an article written by Mary Ann Corley about differentiated instruction and the techniques used to implement it. This article also discussed the challenges that educators face when using differentiated instruction.
  • Brandie Payne on 28 Feb 12
     
    I enjoyed this article a great deal. I think that it is important for educators to learn more about differentiated instruction. I like how the article said that "teachers need to plan their lessons to adjust to the learners". This is becoming even more true with today's students. The tips list provided has some very good suggestions. One tip that jumped out to me was having student portfolios. This relates to one of my research topics, interactive notebooks.
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