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Brandie Payne

What is Inquiry Based Learning? - 0 views

  • 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
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  • 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
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    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

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    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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    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.
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    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.
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    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

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    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.
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    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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    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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    Good ideas. I can learn something here.
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    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!
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    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?
Brandie Payne

Intro to Inquiry Learning - 2 views

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    Once again, this article explains inquiry based learning. In addition, it discusses the "art of the question". In other words, it explains how teachers must learn how to ask the right questions.
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    I was interested in reading this article because we are having discussions about our approach to teaching. It seems to be coming up often that teaching is no longer " the sage on the stage". We are in the process to becoming more "guides" to student learning. Questioning is an important part. We need good questioning in order to have our students access the higher order thinking skills.
Frederick Eberhardt

Powerful Learning: Studies Show Deep Understanding Derives from Collaborative Methods |... - 0 views

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    Vocational Education meets Research in the dynamic classroom of Linda Darling-Hammond, 2008. The students are doing the research, teaching and learning. They control their own destiny and they are taking the world by storm! They are not waiting to be taught, they are teaching each other and themselves as teams of researchers. Darling-Hammond, L. (2008). Powerful learning: what we know about teaching for understanding. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
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    I read this book and what the author says is really revolutionary. She has students work in teams as researchers and collaborate while doing research separately. She says students are scientists and classroom homework is research. They should be teaching the teachers, she thinks. Especially, they are beyond us in technology knowledge!
Tonya Preston

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

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    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.
Joshua ROot

"The XYZ Affair" YouTube video - 1 views

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    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."
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    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!
Rosemary Knebel

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

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    This article identifies seven areas that need further research in online learning.
Brandie Payne

NSTA :: Interactive Science Notebooks - 1 views

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  • 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
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  • 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
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    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

Project-Based Learning: Real-World Issues Motivate Students - 1 views

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    This article is about project-based learning and how the problem being something that is relevant to them is the motivating factor.
Amanda McHaney

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

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    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. 
Tonya Preston

Teaching Students to Think - 0 views

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    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.
Rosemary Knebel

More Than Half of U.S. Districts Have Students in Distance Learning Programs -- THE Jou... - 1 views

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    Student enrollment, types of courses, technology used to deliver, district monitoring and policies are some of the topics discussed in this research article.
Rosemary Knebel

Comparing the Success of Students Enrolled in Distance Education Courses vs. Face-to-Fa... - 1 views

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    This article gives statistical data to back up the research that distance learning students had no higher GPA compared to face-to-face students. The research indicated that further studies were needed.
Rosemary Knebel

Effects of Distance Education on K-12 Student Outcomes - 4 views

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    Several benefits have been reported for distance education. This report studied several factors: content area, grade level, role of distance learning, role of instructor, length of program, type of school, frequency of distance program, instructional pacing, timing of instruction, instructor preparation and experience, and setting of students.
Laura Eben

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

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    This is a good video for students to learn about copyright.
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    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 .
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    I also saw this website. I thought that it would be a good educational tool to use in the classroom.
Grace Chandler

Behavior Management Strategies for Teachers - 0 views

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    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
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    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.
Tonya Preston

Introducing Project-Based Learning - 1 views

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    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.
Darlene Wall

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

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    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.
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    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.
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