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J Black

The 21st Century Centurion: 21st Century Questions - 0 views

  • The report extended literacy to “Five New Basics” - English, mathematics, science, social studies, and computer science. A Nation At Risk specified that all high school graduates should be able to “understand the computer as an information, computation and communication device; students should be able to use the computer in the study of the other Basics and for personal and work-related purposes; and students should understand the world of computers, electronics, and related technologies."That was 1983 - twenty- six years ago. I ask you, Ben: Has education produced students with basic knowledge in the core disciplines and computer science TODAY? Are we there yet? OR - are we still at risk for not producing students with the essential skills for success in 1983?
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      I had never really considered this before...how computer science has been totally left out of the equaltion....why is that? Cost of really delivering this would be enormous -- think how much money the districts would have to pour into the school systems.
  • On June 29, 1996, the U. S. Department of Education released Getting America's Students Ready for the 21st Century; Meeting the Technology Literacy Challenge, A Report to the Nation on Technology and Education. Recognizing the rapid changes in workplace needs and the vast challenges facing education, the Technology Literacy Challenge launched programs in the states that focused on a vision of the 21st century where all students are “technologically literate.” Four goals, relating primarily to technology skills, were advanced that focused specifically on: 1.) Training and support for teachers; 2.) Acquisition of multimedia computers in classrooms; 3.) Connection to the Internet for every classroom; and 4.) Acquiring effective software and online learning resources integral to teaching the school's curriculum.
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      we are really stuck here....the training and support -- the acquisition of hardware, connectivity etc.
  • Our profession is failing miserably to respond to twenty-six years of policy, programs and even statutory requirements designed to improve the ability of students to perform and contribute in a high performance workplace. Our students are losing while we are debating.
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      This is really, really well said here...bravo
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  • In 2007, The Report of the NEW Commission on the Skills of the American Workforce: Tough Choices or Tough Times made our nation hyperaware that "World market professionals are available in a wide range of fields for a fraction of what U.S. professionals charge." Guess what? While U.S. educators stuck learned heads in the sand, the world's citizens gained 21st century skills! Tough Choices spares no hard truth: "Our young adults score at “mediocre” levels on the best international measure of performance." Do you think it is an accident that the word "mediocre" is used? Let's see, I believe we saw it w-a-a-a-y back in 1983 when A Nation At Risk warned of a "tide of mediocrity." Tough Choices asks the hard question: "Will the world’s employers pick U.S. graduates when workers in Asia will work for much less? Then the question is answered. Our graduates will be chosen for global work "only if the U.S. worker can compete academically, exceed in creativity, learn quickly, and demonstrate a capacity to innovate." There they are
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      This is exactly what dawns on students when they realize what globalization means for them..the incredibly stiff competition that it is posed to bring about.
  • “Learning is what most adults will do for a living in the 21st century."
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    The report extended literacy to "Five New Basics" - English, mathematics, science, social studies, and computer science. A Nation At Risk specified that all high school graduates should be able to "understand the computer as an information, computation and communication device; students should be able to use the computer in the study of the other Basics and for personal and work-related purposes; and students should understand the world of computers, electronics, and related technologies." That was 1983 - twenty- six years ago. I ask you, Ben: Has education produced students with basic knowledge in the core disciplines and computer science TODAY? Are we there yet? OR - are we still at risk for not producing students with the essential skills for success in 1983?
Jeff Johnson

ISTE | Web 2.0 - 0 views

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    The journey unfolds when teachers decide to move away from traditional teaching and toward a new vision of instructional design. It's a learning journey-for teacher and student alike. The journey focuses on learning, not the technology. Taking the journey is critical in preparing students to live, learn, and work in a technology-rich world. On the journey you'll discover a world of resources to transform learning through the effective and appropriate use of technology. In addition to giving you resources, we're also going to give you the opportunity to share your thoughts, ideas, inspirational stories, and favorite resources with your colleagues through blogs, wikis and the ISTE Web site.
Greg Limperis

Technology Integration in Education - Seamlessly integrating technology into the K-Coll... - 1 views

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    Great professional network of educators and professionals working to help integrate technology in education.
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    Great New Professional Network focusing on sharing free webinars, useful mp3s, videoas and pictures for professional development, great groups for networking. Be part of this site in its growing stages and help to mold it into a site useful for you. Link up with professionals from companies aroung the world and join the larger group on Linkedin.
Dennis OConnor

Tired of Being a Red Ink Slave to Corrections? - The Writing Teacher - Tips, ... - 1 views

  • Dennis O'Connor previously wrote How to Introduce the Six Traits for The Writing Teacher, and teaches writing instruction at the University of Wisconsin-Stoudt. In addition to teaching and consulting, he maintains two invaluable websites: 6-Traits Resources 21st Century Information Fluency  This article is a preview of a free webinar that Dennis will be providing on June 2, at 2:00 PM Eastern time. If you are interested in attending the webinar, click here.
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      I invite Diigo users interested in writing, the writing process, and 6-traits to join me on the up-coming webinar!
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    I've just published another article with the Writing Teacher. This one is focused on Editing and the writing process. Editing/conventions becomes an 800 pound gorilla in the classroom. It's often the only trait that get's any attention! Consider joining the free webinar on June 2, 2009 for more on this very topic!
Glenn Hoyle

Student Engagement and Web2.0: What's the connection? - 0 views

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    "What I want to demonstrate is that it works for a purpose-it engages us," said Dr. Vaughan. Using blogs, wikis, social networking systems, mash-ups and voice-over-Internet-protocol, in the class room, student engagement will be measured with a survey. The survey focuses on five points: how actively collaborative the learning is; the quality of interaction with instructors; is there a sense of challenge or rigor; is there a connection between the assigned task and a future purpose; and the larger campus environment of learning. Dr. Vaughan points to the Maclean's magazine engagement survey, which replaced their unpopular rankings of Canadian Universities, as a way of judging student learning. "What they figured out is that engagement really is the time and effort students are putting into their studies. Its got to be relevant, meaningful learning and its got to be challenging, and-this is where the Web2.0 comes in-it has to create relationships."
David Wetzel

Tips and Tricks for Podcasting - Part 2 - 0 views

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    This is the second part of a three part series focusing on tips and tricks for podcasting.
Ihering Alcoforado

Trojan Horse or Adaptive Institutions? Some Reflections on Urban Commons in Australia *... - 0 views

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    The rubric of 'new' commons signals the re-assessment of old dilemmas about resource management and collaborative action in new social, spatial and technological settings. Urban commons feature in the expanding register of new commons, but there has been little analysis of the meaning and application of the concept. This article explores the urban commons in an Australian context, focusing on the provision of social infrastructure. While noting criticism of the concept's imprecision and ideological valency, the article argues that the urban commons offers new perspectives on public resources, urban governance and sustainability.
Tom Daccord

MASCD | Online Institutes: 21st Century District Leadership - 20 views

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    "21st Century District Leadership: Leading Change in Changing Times March 15 - April 26, 2011 We are pleased to offer a unique online institute for superintendents, principals, curriculum designers, and other educational leaders, focused on preparing how to use new technologies to foster 21st century competencies in students."
Paul Beaufait

Cyberbullying Toolkit | Common Sense Media - 47 views

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    A "free toolkit to help you take ... an effective stand against cyberbullying" (deck, ¶2, retrieved 2011.09.27), beginning with focus questions and an overview, then focusing on elementary, middle, and high school levels
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    A great tool. A real help for teachers( & kids) Thanks.
laguna loire

Honda Insight Makeover : Official Image - 0 views

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    The brand new Honda Insight has reduced CO2 pollutants to simply 96 g / km. The announcement is made ??through the manufacturer regarding japan premiere from the vehicle will be provided in the IAA 2011. Based on the organization with this excellent efficiency and hygiene continues to be accomplished focusing on 'aerodynamics and engine. One of the technologies used would be the new CVT transmission along with a better ac. Further particulars around the 2012 Honda Insight is going to be revealed at launch
Philippe Scheimann

Startup Weekend and Grockit Partner to Launch Education-Focused Startup Weekends | Star... - 6 views

  • dedicated education (EDU) vertical within Startup Weekend. Startup Weekend EDU is designed to attract and assist entrepreneurs working to bring new solutions to education.
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    worth checking
laguna loire

Mercedes SL Of The German Car | CarsU.org - 0 views

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    Mercedes continues to be focusing on the brand new Mercedes SL, which probably won't be uncovered throughout the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, but it will likely be uncovered throughout another from the occasions scheduled prior to the finish of the season, possibly throughout the La Motor Show 2011. With one of these new spy photos which have been released by some foreign sites nowadays, if you notice newer and more effective options that come with this vehicle in comparison towards the previous version, for example sticking out bonnet, the prominent grille and bumper fascia new linear.
Maggie Verster

Guidelines for Policy Makers on Child Online Protection - Zunia.org - 7 views

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    In order to formulate a national strategy focusing on online child safety, policy makers need to consider a range of strategies.This document includes a number of key areas for consideration. These Guidelines have been prepared in the context of the Child Online Protection (COP) Initiative in order to establish the foundations for a safe and secure cyber world for future generations. They are meant to act as a blueprint which can be adapted and used in a way which is consistent with national or local customs and laws. Moreover, it will be appreciated that these guidelines address issues which might affect all children and young people under the age of 18 but each age group will have different needs.
Roland Gesthuizen

Google Moderator - 0 views

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    "Get to know your audience by letting them decide which questions, suggestions or ideas interest them most. The voting box at the top of page focuses attention on submissions recently added and on the rise, making it simple and easy to participate. Include people in your preparation for lectures, interviews and hard decisions or work together to organize feature requests and brainstorm new ideas."
edutopia .org

Summer PD: New Teacher Boot Camp Week 2 - Using VoiceThread | Edutopia - 0 views

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    Lisa Dabbs (M.Ed.) leads the second week of New Teacher Boot Camp.  This week's lesson focuses on VoiceThread, a program to help create interactive slideshows and more. 
Roland Gesthuizen

Reading Writing Responding: Tinkering, Passion and the Wildfire that is Learning - 0 views

  • whether you are creating an environment where learning can take flight - dry kindling, tall trees - or are you creating an environment where, with a lot of damp branches, there is a lot of smoke, but little fire?
  • As +George Siemens suggests while talking about connectivism as an answer for the digital age, "learning is a process that occurs within nebulous environments of shifting core elements – not entirely under the control of the individual."
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    "In a fantastic discussion as a part of +Ed Tech Crew Episode 240 focusing on what it takes to be an IT co-ordinator, +Ashley Proud spoke about the demise in tinkering amongst students. Although +Mel Cashen and +Roland Gesthuizen mentioned about taking things a part, giving the conversation a more mechanical theme, I feel that tinkering is best understood as a wider curiosity into the way things work."
Peter Horsfield

Danielle Fong - Extraordinary People Changing the Game - 0 views

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    Meet the extraordinary young entrepreneur and scientist who is most popular for being one of the founders of LightSail Energy, Inc., an organization focused on improving technology for the betterment of people's lives, Danielle Fong. She has greatly inspired many budding young scientists to stand up. "Environmentalism is a morality, or a philosophy.Ecopragmatics is a discipline." To read more about Danielle Fong visit www.thextraordinary.org
rainbowtraining1

Oracle EBS R12 onlinecourse - 0 views

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    Rainbow Training Institute is a leading EBS R12 Classroom & Online Training Center. We are focused not only on the basic EBS R12 classroom & Online Training but also specialized in real-time Project Supports. With Projects Oriented training, IT Professionals can easily get through the interviews and handle the projects.
praneetchawla

Top focusing stocks for 3 feb, 2016 - 0 views

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    1. Tube Investments Ltd 2. Tata Communications Ltd
rainbowtraining1

Oracle EBS R12 onlineTraining - 0 views

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    Rainbow Training Institute is a leading EBS R12 Classroom & Online Training Center. We are focused not only on the basic EBS R12 classroom & Online Training but also specialized in real-time Project Supports. With Projects Oriented training, IT Professionals can easily get through the interviews and handle the projects.
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