Exemplary EdTech

Kim Cofino describes a pocasting project she did with 5th graders.

5th Grade teacher blogs with students and maintains a classroom wiki complete with resources for parents, students and fellow teachers.

This is a wonderful example of a teacher blogging with his students.

3rd Grade Classroom blog

A school funded laptop programme initiated by students, parent and passionate teacher Rod Blitvich. 4 weeks in and some great stories, movies, podcasts etc are already being made and shared. As close to personalised technology in the curriculum and relevant 21C learning as the WA state system currently allows.

In these lessons, called Enquiring Minds, pupils are given a general steer - for example global warming - and are encouraged to explore relevant issues that capture their imaginations.

Mobile Learning article

Want to establish global connectivity in with other classrooms with Skype, but don't know where to start?

Good example of critical thinking+creation+sharing here.

Flat Classroom Video about Darfur and the Sudan project - how teens are working to bring awareness to this horrible situation in Sudan.

This Australian site celebrates online curriculum projects and the world of unique learning opportunities.

I worked with these students during the creation of this podcast. Their aptitude and understanding of the medium were demonstrated throughout the process. A good authentic learning experience for them.

Creating quality podcasts requires not only technical understanding, but also excellent interpersonal skills, project management understanding and a sympathy towards the message being communicated. The Kolbe Podcast Crew, under the wise guidance of teachers Trevor Galbraith and Skye Moroney, have done an excellent job in podcasting the "Living the Vision" Catholic Leadership Conference. Through this authentic learning experience they have produced a website that would be worth thousands of dollars in a commercial setting.

Web2.0 in PBL High School

Orange Grove Primary School - parent supported 1-1 laptop program.