I was recently referred to this video of Michael Wesch who teaches cultural anthropology at Kansas State University. He had some novel approaches to using a lot of the Web 2.0 capabilities in teaching.
Shannon Smith wrote: > I'm working on a designing a 21st century learner themed course for my district. > GUIDING QUESTIONS are: > What are key elements of 21st Century Learning? > What are the characteristics of 21st century learners? > How do we build momentum in developing the curriculum and assessments that reflect 21st century skills? > How do we integrate 21st century tools and strategies into our classroom practice? > How do we establish an optimal 21st century environment in which teachers can teach and students can learn? > > This is a huge task and I'm asking for any ideas or resources you may have. Thank you!
I was recently referred to this video of Michael Wesch who teaches cultural anthropology at Kansas State University. He had some novel approaches to using a lot of the Web 2.0 capabilities in teaching.
http://umanitoba.ca/ist/production/streaming/podcast_wesch.html
James
Shannon Smith wrote:
> I'm working on a designing a 21st century learner themed course for my district.
> GUIDING QUESTIONS are:
> What are key elements of 21st Century Learning?
> What are the characteristics of 21st century learners?
> How do we build momentum in developing the curriculum and assessments that reflect 21st century skills?
> How do we integrate 21st century tools and strategies into our classroom practice?
> How do we establish an optimal 21st century environment in which teachers can teach and students can learn?
>
> This is a huge task and I'm asking for any ideas or resources you may have. Thank you!