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This article shows the possible technology that can be introduced to physical education classrooms. Motion sensors are explained to be a productive tool inside the classroom. They help students know how active they are and it shows the teachers a better idea of how much physical activity the students are actually getting.

This article discusses a study conducted by researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles, which looked at the correlation of prolonged exposure to screen time and students inability to read facial expressions. This article makes me question how to use technology effectively for students and not just use something with a screen to say I've "incorporated technology" into my classroom. Technology should be a tool we use to supplement our real world experiences in education.

Using Global Positioning Systems devices as mobile devices to engage children in mathematics learning. They can use Ipads, Ipods, for finding positioning on a map. They can use Geocaching to make an outdoor treasure hunt. The children can use devices to measure distance between cities and countries, weather, speed, and distance traveled. They can also use hand held devices to measure temperatures in the classroom, and on the playground. Many ways to use mobile devices to support student learning.

This article explores ELL's reactions to blog-assisted language learning. While ESL students, were enthusiastic to lean through this forum, many factors led to unsuccessful results. Students were hindered by social worries regarding peers having access to their work and by how time consuming this learning tool was in actuality. However, the authors do not suggest giving up on this tool as it is such a new idea and research is still incomplete to date.

This article focuses on understanding the differences between the teachers and students acceptance for technology in the classroom, as it is found that many of the teachers are found to use technology in the classroom and the children increasingly using technology outside of the classroom. While reading this article it will help better understand the new learners in the classroom and provide them with better technology.

Teachers are wondering if their student's attention spans and their ability to face and work through challenging tasks are hampered by technology. Some teachers argue they have to work harder to capture their student's attention and curiosity. Currently, there is not enough evidence from studies to substantiate this claim so researchers are querying educators as they feel their subjective input is the most accurate at this current time.

An interesting perspective on technology in the classroom!

Elementary education focuses on learning through playing engage the students and expand on their knowledge. Technology can help to engage students with different learning styles. The article 'Impact of Technology in Elementary Classrooms' provides positive ways in incorporate social networks and technology in the classroom.

I enjoyed the infographic on kids and mobile technology!

This article is about the relevance of social media in today's classrooms. Facebook allows students to work collaboratively with teachers and peers, and encourages creativity and communication. Facebook can be used by teachers to post homework, create groups, communicate with parents, and to works with other teachers.

This is a great guide for schools and teachers thinking about using Facebook with students.

This article is about a secondary education language arts university class that paired with a 6th grade class. The 6th graders would submit their papers to the college student, who would then edit it and return it electronically. The purpose of this pairing was to use technology to make the 6th graders better writers and the future English teachers better at revising papers. Both teachers involved believed that it was a success and all of the students improved as a result.

This is a great activity for middle school kids.

Colleen Klaiber-Deacon Activity in classrooms is a great way to keep students more focused on learning. There are many different activities a teacher can do in the classroom, with classroom materials that is quick and to the point. From moving to stretching to even types of yoga, fuel up to play 60 has great activities for you to perform in class. 1. What is a major advantage that you can think of for getting students to move around? 2. What could you do as a teacher to make activities in the classroom more exciting and fun? 3. Is taking time to do physical activity in the classroom worth it? Explain?

Great article!

From holding a kindergartner back a year to lengthening the school day, here are the education trends grabbing headlines and prompting debate: Academic "Redshirting, student-led conferences, K-8 schools replacing middle schools, laptops for all. The author brings up each subject and points our the pros and cons of each. DISCUSSION: Is "academic redshirting," or starting your child in Kindergarten later so they are older, a good idea? Is lengthening the school day the answer to many academic problems? Should all students have a laptop?

I like the list of topics, but be sure to add more to make this a summary of what you read. Good questions!

This is an article written by the national education association. It is based on how to control a classroom with unruly students. It is written about a first year teacher and how she gained confidence within her classroom and firmly established rules and boundaries. It also talks about the importance of relationships and understadning your students. 1. What is your main tactic for establishing rules and bondaries that first year teaching? 2. Who do you know you can go to for help managing an unruly classroom? 3.What do you think is the hardest thing when it comes to classroom management as a first year teacher and as a veteran teacher?

This is so important! Great article!

This article is for teachers who have led a class discussion, but lack feedback from introverted students. Introversion deals with how a person responds to outside stimulus, and is not connected to shyness or social skills. Introverts thrive when given alone time to think, so to help an introverted student brainstorm in the classroom, the author suggests including more individual thinking time. - What can we as educators do to make introverted learners feel appreciated and at ease in our classrooms? - How can quiet thinking time benefit introverts as well as extroverts? - How can teachers balance the needs of both extroverted and introverted learners in their classrooms?

Great article! This will be valuable information as you begin teaching.

This is a blog written by a middle school teacher explaining classroom management. It also gives information on how to have effective classroom management within your classroom. It also has a comment section for teachers to continue to debrief on what did or didn't work in their own classrooms. 1. What do you think that is the most important to remember when dealing with middle school students? 2. What do you think the author meant by "pushing the limits"? 3. How would you deal with unruly students in your own classroom?

Be specific in your summary. What strategies did you read about?

This article says that to improve the culture in your classroom you should try gratitude. One of the most important lessons in life is to have a positive attitude, especially during challenging situations in your life. Positive draws positive. Negative draws negative. Let's be positive. * Do you think gratitude and positive attitudes improve the lives of students and adults? * Would you consider having your students keep a 'gratitude journal' in your class? * What are some ways you could draw positive energy into your classroom? Laurie Hoepner

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I think that this article does a straight forward job of addressing the need to bring social studies back into the core curriculum. The article says, although some may not agree, social sciences help to teach kids about who they are, where they've come from, and how to interact in public. Social sciences also teach our students how to be good citizens and what their rights are. Taking this away or diminishing its importance leads to apathy and illiteracy in terms of social and political economics. Lastly, the article states that a lot of kids may actually like social science and that there are jobs out their in the social science and economic fields and that turning away from social science in school could strongly deter those kids from pursuing those fields.

Love this article! You know I agree! Make sure to add three questions.

This instructor "literally" hung paint cans on her wall! She broke the common core into six "buckets" or categories and put paint sticks into each bucket with activities on them. Her goal is to make the "standards come alive and empower her students to become autonomous thinkers." Its worth the 10 minutes, it gives all instructors something to think about incorporating into their classroom!

A great visual for students! Thanks for sharing!

How exciting to see art teachers embracing technology to open new avenues of creativity for students. This article is an interview with two art teachers using ipads in the art classroom. Students can learn traditional elements of art plus things like layers and transparency plus undo mistakes, while gaining valuable technology skills. 1. How much technology is too much? 2. How do teachers keep up with advances in technology in art? Specialized art programs can be incredibly in-depth. 3. Can teachers who don't have access to ipads in the classroom, stay on the cutting edge of art ed?

Good questions!

STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education is seen by many as the answer to the shortage of candidates in high tech fields. The author argues that multiple perspectives are important, and that creative thought leads to innovation. The arts are more than just an enjoyable pastime at school. 1. How can we make sure schools see the importance of art education? 2. Can art be tied into science, math, and technology to expand all areas? 3. As an art teacher, can I make real-world connections for my students?

I agree! Great choice for your article. Good summary and great questions!