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Jean Potter

80 Online Tools, References, and Resources | Edutopia Group Discussions by and for Educ... - 49 views

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    list of online tools from Edutopia - how many have you checked out?
Roland Gesthuizen

Challenging the Model of 1:1 with BYOD | Edutopia - 0 views

  • We used money from our technology budget and constructed a model to supply teachers with a mix of mobile devices, mostly laptops and iPads, and teachers applied to take part in a mixed device technology-integration pilot program.
  • like a traditional 1:1 program, devices are spread to students throughout the room, but instead of each student receiving an assigned device, classes are left to select the appropriate tool for every assignment.
  • Teachers are now free to explore innovative and creative ways to structure their time, activities, lessons and interactions with students.
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  • we start each meeting with the curriculum goals and content, and then we brainstorm ways that we can enhance the content by using these new tools
  • Rather than have our teachers sit through in-service presentations on how to effectively integrate their new devices, we decided to work together to find the best ways to use the devices with their students and their curriculum.
  • This collaborative, co-teaching model has allowed for us to find connections across content areas, classes and our district.
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    This year my school district in Vermont ventured into a sort-of BYOD/1:1 hybrid program. We realized the importance of allowing our students access to technology to enhance their learning, but the infrastructure wasn't in place to tackle a traditional BYOD. .. Instead, we chose to be creative with our technology and professional development.
BalancEd Tech

Birmingham Covington: Building a Student-Centered School | Edutopia - 0 views

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    Learn more about Thinkering Studio here: http://balancedtech.wikispaces.com/Thinkering+Studio
Toni Plourde

A Neurologist Makes the Case for Teaching Teachers About the Brain | Edutopia - 0 views

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    Explore brain neuroplasticity and it's application to learning. The prefrontal cortex(PFC) is the cognitive,reflective center for making long term memory networks out of learning. Boredom and/or frustration block this area from performing. Therefore,long term learning is slowed. What can be offered to the student to increase brain powered learning?
edutopia .org

Resources & Downloads to Improve Student Performance | Edutopia - 0 views

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    Educators from Cochrane Collegiate Academy in Charlotte, North Carolina, have provided these samples and resources for you to use in your school.
edutopia .org

Lessons from a Public School Turnaround | Edutopia - 0 views

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    In this installment, we show you how Cochrane Collegiate Academy, once among the lowest-performing middle schools in North Carolina, is rebuilding itself by investing in research-based teaching strategies, enhancing teacher excellence, and fostering strong relationships.
Paul Beaufait

Do I Need a Digital Teaching Portfolio? | Edutopia - 29 views

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    "This post will help you decide whether or not a portfolio will serve your professional goals and how to go about designing a professional-looking site that showcases your teaching skills." (para. 1, 2015.01.24)
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    It's best simple way to appoint students, additionally - advance their applied skills. Strongly advance to try out . http://bit.ly/1y9WeYC
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