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garth nichols

What Students Will Learn In The Future - 0 views

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21st Century Learning future

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  • ust as advances in technology enabled the growth of science, the extremely rapid growth of technology we’re experiencing today is impacting our perspectives, tools, and priorities now. But beyond some mild clamor for a focus on “STEM,” there have been only minor changes in how we think of content–this is spite of extraordinary changes in how students connect, access data, and function on a daily basis.
  • What kind of changes might we expect in a perfect-but-still-classroom-and-content-based world? What might students learn in the future? Of course any response at all is pure speculation, but if we draw an arc from classical approaches to the Dewey approach to what might be next–factoring in technology change, social values, and criticisms of the current model–we may get a pretty decent answer. This assumes, of course a few things (all of which may be untrue): 1. We’ll still teach content 2. That content will be a mix of skills and knowledge 3. Said skills and knowledge will be thematically arranged into “content areas”
  • The Content Of The Future: 8 Content Areas For Tomorrow’s Students 1. Literacy Big Idea: Reading and writing in physical & digital spaces Examples of traditional ideas and academic content areas included: Grammar, Word Parts, Greek & Latin Roots, The Writing Process, Fluency; all traditional content areas 2. Patterns Big Idea: How and why patterns emerge everywhere under careful study Examples of traditional ideas and academic content areas include: Grammar, Literature, Math, Geometry, Music, Art, Social Studies, Astronomy 3. Systems Big Idea: The universe—and every single thing in it–is made of systems, and systems are made of parts. Examples of traditional ideas and academic content areas include: Grammar, Law, Medicine, Science, Math, Music, Art, Social Studies, History, Anthropology, Engineering, Biology; all traditional content areas by definition (they’re systems, yes?) 4. Design Big Idea: Marrying creative and analytical thought Examples of traditional ideas and academic content areas include: Literature, Creativity, Art, Music, Engineering, Geometry 5. Citizenship Big Idea: Responding to interdependence Examples of traditional ideas and academic content areas include: Literature, Social Studies, History; Civics, Government, Theology 6. Data Big Idea: Recognizing & using information in traditional & non-traditional forms Examples of traditional ideas and academic content areas include: Math, Geometry, Science, Engineering, Biology; 7. Research Big Idea: Identifying, evaluating, and synthesizing diverse ideas Examples of traditional ideas and academic content areas include: English, Math, Science; Humanities 8. Philosophy Big Idea: The nuance of thought Examples of traditional ideas and academic content areas include: Ethics, Literature/Poetry, Art, Music; Humanities
  • garth nichols on 29 May 14
     
    Great article to frame long term planning. What aspects of learning in the future do you already do? Set one as your goal for implementation next year...
lesmcbeth

Brainstorming in Design Thinking: How to Capture Ideas PDAgroup - 0 views

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DesignThinking BrainstormingMethods

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  • lesmcbeth on 01 Dec 14
     
    More ideas for brainstorming ideas...
mrdanbailey61

Inquiry is Differentiation | Discovering the Art of Mathematics (DAoM) - 2 views

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inquiry differentiation mathematics

shared by mrdanbailey61 on 22 Oct 16 - No Cached
  • explains some of the individual differences that influence problem solving
  • psychologist David Jonassen
  • Given the reality of all these differences, how can I even dream of a functional classroom in which every student is learning at their own learning edge?
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  • I believe that inquiry helps tremendously in reaching learners on different levels at the same time
  • work at their own pace
  • This is kind of funny because whole class discussions actually help make knowledge more equal which makes the classroom experience less differentiated. So while this is not really a tool to help students at their individual learning edges, it is a tool to bring out the differences and spread ideas and questions around the class.
    • mrdanbailey61
      mrdanbailey61 on 22 Oct 16
       
      This is a puzzle - how do we democratize input? This is why I like the idea of Twitter in the classroom - can be a way for reluctant speakers to particpate.
  • Ok, by now I know that it is impossible to find one particular task that will be just at the right level for all my students.
  • Another way of bringing in differentiation into your class is by letting students work on two different topics simultaneously. The students choose when they are ready to switch tasks for a while and then come back later to pick up the first topic again.
  • students know pretty well how they compare to other students and that they don’t like having to fit in and be the same all the time
  • Assessment and differentiation is a tricky subject,
  • mrdanbailey61 on 22 Oct 16
     
    I am not a math teacher, but I really like the ideas here. I am working at getting a handle on differentiation and inquiry-based learning for my subjects and classes (Our classes typically have 5-10 students with assessments and IEPs)..
amacrae

The Third Teacher - 1 views

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  • 2Getting Started with the Physical EnvironmentOVERALL ...It is both an art and a science to design (as opposed to decorate) a learning environment that responds to our ultimate goal as educators – to develop independent and rigorous thought. Therefore, if we want to foster discovery and reflection, dialogue and the sharing of ideas, the overall physical environment should include:•A large gathering space for whole-group work and discussions, located near whiteboards, easels and/or projector screens.•A gathering space for small-group and whole-group discussions – where students can see clearly the representations of learning that are posted on boards or screens and hear classmates as they share ideas.•Flexible and reconfigurable space for small-group collaborative work and inquiry – space must allow for groupings of various sizes, such as pairs, triads and groups of four or more.•Desks and tables configured to facilitate discussion by allowing eye contact with peers and teacher, the unencumbered flow of traffic and enough space for students to write collaboratively.•Active areas for inquiry, investigation and wonder and quiet areas for thinking and exploring technology – all areas need to be accessible to students for communicating and documenting their own learning (e.g., computers, computer software, tablets, digital cameras and video recorders, document cameras, interactive white boards).•Instructional materials organized in such a way as to provide easy selection and access for all students – materials may include computer software, educational web sites and applications, found materials, graphic organizers, newspapers and other media, resource texts, etc.FOR MATHEMATICS ...Mathematically literate students demonstrate the capacity to “formulate, employ and interpret mathematics” (OECD, 2012, p. 4); they view themselves as mathematicians, knowing that mathematics can be used to understand important issues and to solve meaningful problems, not just in school but in life. By extension, the physical environment for mathematics learning should include: •Spaces where students can use manipulatives to solve problems and record their solutions.•Board and/or wall space to display student solutions for Math Congress and Bansho – student solutions should be easily visible from the group gathering space.•Space to post co-created reference charts such as glossary terms and past and current summaries of learning that specifically support the development of the big ideas currently under study.•Instructional materials organized in such a way as to provide easy selection and access for all students; may include mathematics manipulatives, calculators and other mathematical tools, mathematical texts, hand-held technology.FOR LITERACY ... Today’s literate learners experience “a constant stream of ideas and information” – they need strategies for interpretation and making sense and lots of practice in identifying meaning, bias and perspective (Ontario Ministry of Education, 2009, 2006). By extension, the physical environment for literacy learning should include: •Spaces where students can talk, listen, read and write.A place for wonder, mystery and discovery ...“We need to think about creating classroom environments that give children the opportunity for wonder, mystery and discovery; an environment that speaks to young children’s inherent curiosity and innate yearning for exploration is a classroom where children are passionate about learning and love school.” (Heard & McDonough, 2009)
  • maintain that the key to learning in today’s world is not just the physical space we provide for students but the social space as well (
  • A large gathering space
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anonymous

The Best Leaders Are Constant Learners - 0 views

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leaders learners growth mindset

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  • searchlight intelligence. That is, the ability to connect the dots between people and ideas, where others see no possible connection. An informed perspective is more important than ever in order to anticipate what comes next and succeed in emerging futures.
  • “The best way to predict the future is to create it.”
  • Reinvention and relevance in the 21st century instead draw on our ability to adjust our way of thinking, learning, doing and being. Leaders must get comfortable with living in a state of continually becoming, a perpetual beta mode.
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  • build relationships, seek information, make sense of observations and share ideas through an intelligent use of new technologies.
  • continuous process of seeking, sensing-making, and sharing.
  • anonymous on 18 Oct 15
     
    Amazing article that explores the idea that "Leaders must get comfortable with living in a state of continually becoming" We  must strive to be in a continuous process of "seeking, sensing-making, and sharing"
mardimichels

Educational Technology and Mobile Learning: Tons of Ideas on How to Use Google Apps in ... - 2 views

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apps Technology education collaboration edtech

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  • mardimichels on 09 Dec 13
     
    Tons of ideas for using Google Apps in the classroom.
mrsganley

Response: Ways to Cultivate 'Whole-Class Engagement' - Classroom Q&A With Larry Ferlazz... - 2 views

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participation feedback

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  • mrsganley on 08 Apr 14
     
    What a great read! Practical ideas for improving whole class engagement...be sure to read the tweets and further suggestions as well for a gold mine of ideas! Even the quotes between suggestions are great!
vcivan

Making Innovation Routine | Garth Nichols - 1 views

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innovation cohort21teaching routines

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  • The idea is to understand the challenges facing teachers and students today, and to design solutions and share them
  • making innovation routine by providing engaging questions both in class and out, and providing a space, resources and inspiration to pursue and explore answers to these questions.
    • vcivan
      vcivan on 17 Oct 15
       
      What strategies and/or tools have you used to develop innovative routines to your everyday classroom?
  • vcivan on 17 Oct 15
     
    Innovative ideas around routines
lesmcbeth

Learning Matrix | Gamestorming - 1 views

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AAL reflection

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  • lesmcbeth on 08 Oct 15
     
    A great idea for an AAL activity at the end of a project or assignment. Students can reflect on their learning as well as their teamwork/collaboration.
garth nichols

Ideaflip | Realtime brainstorming and collaboration - 6 views

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EdTech DesignThinking

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  • garth nichols on 16 Nov 16
     
    What a great idea to take brainstorming out of the classroom, and have the students do some thinking together asynchronously
  • mrdanbailey61 on 19 Nov 16
     
    Thanks for sending this link - I think it has great potential for planning with colleagues and with students. I tried it out with some ideas about some upcoming lessons and invited my colleague.
lesmcbeth

The product design sprint: diverge (day 2) | Google Ventures - 0 views

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storyboard ideas DesignThinking

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  • lesmcbeth on 08 Oct 15
     
    Looking for a structure to help your students generate new ideas? Look no further! Use all or some of these activities to practice divergent thinking skills!
lesmcbeth

Games for fresh thinking and ideas | Gamestorming - 0 views

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DesignThinking ideas brainstorming

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  • lesmcbeth on 08 Oct 15
     
    Looking for an activity to help your students brainstorm (because come on, your typical "popcorn" style brainstorm isn't really generating much excitement in your classoorm)...look no further!
Derek Doucet

The Flipped Classroom Model: A Full Picture | User Generated Education - 2 views

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Flipped flipped classroom edtech SAMR cohort21

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  • Flip your instruction so that students watch and listen to your lectures… for homework, and then use your precious class-time for what previously, often, was done in homework: tackling difficult problems, working in groups, researching, collaborating, crafting and creating.
  • compiled resource page of the Flipped Classroom (with videos and links) can be found at http://www.scoop.it/t/the-flipped-classroom
  • Cisco in a recent white paper, Video: How Interactivity and Rich Media Change Teaching and Learning, presents the benefits of video in the classroom: Establishes dialogue and idea exchange between students, educators, and subject matter experts regardless of locations. Lectures become homework and class time is used for collaborative student work, experiential exercises, debate, and lab work. Extends access to scarce resources, such as specialized teachers and courses, to more students, allowing them to learn from the best sources and maintain access to challenging curriculum. Enables students to access courses at higher-level institutions, allowing them to progress at their own pace. Prepares students for a future as global citizens. Allows them to meet students and teachers from around the world to experience their culture, language, ideas, and shared experiences. Allows students with multiple learning styles and abilities to learn at their own pace and through traditional models.
    • Derek Doucet
      Derek Doucet on 17 Oct 14
       
      Students need to be shown how to make connections to these experts... 
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  • Experiential Engagement: The Activity
  • he Flipped Classroom Model
  • The cycle often begins with an experiential exercise.  This is an authentic, often hands-on learning activity that fully engages the student. 
  • They explore what the experts have to say about the topic.  Information is presented via video lecture, content-rich websites and simulations like PHET and/or online text/readings.
  • Conceptual Connections: The What
  • Meaning Making: The So What
  • Learners reflect on their understanding of what was discovered during the previous phases.  It is a phase of deep reflection on what was experienced during the first phase and what was learned via the experts during the second phase.
  • Demonstration and Application: The Now What
  • During this phase, learners get to demonstrate what they learned and apply the material in a way that makes sense to them. This goes beyond reflection and personal understanding in that learners have to create something that is individualized and extends beyond the lesson with applicability to the learners’ everyday lives.  This is in line with the highest level of learning within Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy of Learning – Creating - whereby the learner creates a new product or point of view. In essence, they become the storytellers of their learning (See Narratives in the 21st Century: Narratives in Search of Contexts).  A list of technology-enhanced ideas/options for the celebration of learning can be found at: http://usergeneratededucation.wordpress.com/2010/09/09/a-technology-enhanced-celebration-of-learning/
jenniferweening

Developing a Growth Mindset in Teachers and Staff | Edutopia - 0 views

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      jenniferweening on 22 Jan 16
       
      - how many of us need to be reminded of this as well?!  - we say that it's important for the kids to fail and try again, but how often are we willing to do the same in our teaching? 
  • Fixed mindset people dread failure, feeling that it reflects badly upon themselves as individuals, while growth mindset people instead embrace failure as an opportunity to learn and improve their abilities.
  • We have to really send the right messages, that taking on a challenging task is what I admire.
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      jenniferweening on 22 Jan 16
       
      Besides just doing away with grades, how can we actually convince students that failure is part of the process? As much as we tell them that it's about challenging themselves, when it all boils down to it, at the end of the grading period we still have to put a number on their report card. So hard to reconcile!
  • Parents around the dinner table and teachers in the classroom should ask, ‘Who had a fabulous struggle today?
  • how to model a growth mindset amongst students and one of her key principles is encouraging teachers to see themselves as learners, and, just like students are all capable of learning and improving, so too are teachers
  • A second principle requires that schools provide opportunities for teachers to try new things and make mistakes.
  • what will teachers and the school learn as part of the process, rather than whether the new idea is going to be a success or a failure.
  • inked to it, and equally vital, is providing a chance for teachers to reflect upon their new ideas and consider what they learned from the process. Ideally, this reflection should focus less on whether the idea was a success or a failure, but rather on what the teacher learnt from the process.
mrarsenault

16 of the Best Blended Learning Resources | Edudemic - 4 views

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Blended Learning Blended Learning

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  • Blended learning uses both in-person and online methods to teach students, and there are several different models for implementing it in the classroom.
  • Flipped learning is one of the blended learning models. This article from Edutopia gives tips for flipping a project-based learning classroom. The tips include things like using short videos, encouraging collaborative virtual work, and considering the scope of technology that is available to students.
    • gregadams290684
      gregadams290684 on 17 Oct 15
       
      Might have some good ideas about flipping the classroom...
    • gregadams290684
      gregadams290684 on 17 Oct 15
       
      Flipped classroom ideas
  • Adjusting to blended learning may mean adjusting how you motivate your students. Dellicker Strategies provides a brief overview of how to encourage students to thrive in a blended learning environment. The article goes over three things that teachers should try to cultivate in students, namely autonomy, priority, and visibility.
    • mariearagona
      mariearagona on 17 Oct 15
       
      This refers to an interesting article. Some great ideas!
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  • Tools to Make Blended Learning Work
    • mrarsenault
      mrarsenault on 17 Oct 15
       
      I am just beginning the journey implementing Blended Learning. How many other people have Blended Learning experiences in Cohort?
  • gregadams290684 on 17 Oct 15
     
    Blended Learning Resources
  • mrarsenault on 17 Oct 15
     
    This is an article on blended learning.
  • anonymous on 19 Oct 15
     
    Hi, thanks for the information and resources. I have not completely read everything, but this resource supplies lots of variety and interesting articles on blended learning. I will try to adopt a few techniques.
garth nichols

Google Docs for Administrators - 5 MORE Ideas | Kyle B. Pace - 1 views

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google docs administrators leadership

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  • garth nichols on 16 May 13
     
    A great way to frame GoogleDocs as an organizational tool
su11armstrong

10 High School Teacher Blogs You Should Know About | Edudemic - 0 views

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blogging teacher technology collaboration social cohort21 edchat PD growth

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  • su11armstrong on 30 Jan 13
     
    Love blogging teachers? Meet some inspiring, articulate educators whose blogs ooze unique ideas about high school teaching.
Justin Medved

http://www.jostens.com/students/content/files/students_guide_to_publishing.pdf - 0 views

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publishing blogging blogging_guidlines

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  • Justin Medved on 21 Oct 12
     
    Melody linked to this in her recent blog post. What is Personal Publishing? Publishing is the process of producing and publicly distributing information. You can publish a variety of content, including your ideas, experiences, stories, observations, or  opinions. Additionally, you can publish the pictures you take, videos you produce, or other  forms of art you create. Publishing your work allows you to share your life and obtain feedback from others as well as preserve long-lasting memories for years to come.
Christina Schindler

11 Essentials for Excellent ePortfolios | Edutopia - 0 views

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technology learning collaboration EdTech

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    • Christina Schindler
      Christina Schindler on 15 Oct 16
       
      Great ideas for portfolios in the classroom
  • portfolios are "a collection of student work representing a selection of performance."
Myriam Lafrance

Using Emojis to Teach Critical Reading Skills | Edutopia - 6 views

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FSL DELF

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    • Myriam Lafrance
      Myriam Lafrance on 15 Oct 16
       
      Awesome idea for FSL!
  • A student might analyze how the two eyes emoji can indicate confusion about the message (“Wait, what are you saying?”), an impatience with a slow response (“Hurry up and reply!”), or a signal that the information is something they haven’t heard before.
  • chrisjcarswell on 15 Oct 16
     
    Great idea for any language teacher or learner!
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