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Jessica Stone

Google Scholar - 0 views

shared by Jessica Stone on 08 Mar 13 - Cached
    • Jessica Stone
       
      Although it's still Google, it only searches through journal articles and other such documents.  While it may only list them for us if we're not willing to pay for access, it's a helpful tool for finding articles that we can then look up in the Library databases to see if we have access.
    • djplaner
       
      Though if you've used the "connecting Google Scholar and the library" material pointed to in the learning path, you'll be able to access the papers directly from here (at least the ones that the USQ library has access to)
    • Natasha Taylor
       
      So glad I learnt how to link Google Scholar and the USQ library. It makes searching so much easier.
u1033821

Decoding Learning | Nesta - 1 views

    • Kim Hatfield
       
      Looking at impacts of ICT in the classroom
    • u1033821
       
      The investment in the equipment might be fine but what about the investment in those that would be using them to teach? Sometimes when you are given the tools to implement, doesn't mean you know how to use them.
    • u1033821
       
      Meant to extend and suggest that training on using the equipment and the time to find how it would be implemented into the curriculum. The teacher using the curriculum is one thing but using it to teach and then assessing the students use of the technology after the scaffolding from the teacher. Does this make sense?
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    deciding ICT
coral0084643

Enhancing Practicing Primary School Teachers' Pedagogical Content Knowledge in Technology - 5 views

This paper describes the frameworks and cognitive tools that have been developed to enhance practising teachers' pedagogical content knowledge in primary school technology education. How we see lea...

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started by coral0084643 on 20 Apr 15 no follow-up yet
Lorraine Lewis-Smith

A Taxonomy of Reflection: A Model for Critical Thinking - 3 views

  • But reflection can be a challenging endeavor. It’s not something that’s fostered in school – typically someone else tells you how you’re doing!
  • an invaluable and simple tool for formative assessment — something that any teacher can regularly use in their classroom that only takes a few minutes.
Suzanne Usher

How Khan Academy Is Changing the Rules of Education | WIRED - 0 views

shared by Suzanne Usher on 29 Aug 15 - No Cached
  • Even Khan will acknowledge that he’s not an educational professional; he’s just a nerd who improvised a cool way to teach people things. And for better or worse, this means that he doesn’t have a consistent, comprehensive plan for overhauling school curricula.
    • Suzanne Usher
       
      Pros & cons
  • “We’ve always known that one-on-one is the best way to learn, but we’ve never been able to figure out how to do it,” Khan explains
    • Suzanne Usher
       
      Basically one-on-one teaching...that's what ICTs provide. 
  • A lightbulb went off: Khan realized that remediation—going over and over something that you really ought to already know—is less embarrassing when you can do it privately, with no one watching. Nadia learned faster when she had control over the pace of the lecture. “The worst time to learn something,” he says, “is when someone is standing over your shoulder going, ‘Do you get it?'”
    • Suzanne Usher
       
      A good reason for using ICTs in education - that video lectures work better than one-on-one tutoring, for self-paced learning?
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  • here are a few other online tools helping to reshape education.
  • “Math is the killer,” Gates told me recently. His foundation had researched unemployment and found math to be a significant stumbling block. “If you ask people, ‘Hey, there are these open nursing jobs, why don’t you go and get one?’ math is often the reason they give for not applying,” Gates says. “‘Why didn’t you pass the police exam?’ Math.”
teegz87

RAT Assessment Tool - 1 views

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    Thought some others may find this APP interesting and helpful also :)
Suzanne Usher

Should all kids learn to code? - Daniel Donahoo - ABC Splash - http://splash.abc.net.au/newsandarticles/blog/-/b/1204559/should-all-kids-learn-to-code?null - 0 views

  • We shouldn’t be surprised that an industry built on computer languages should see those languages as just as important as literacy and numeracy. But are they?
  • Logic programming is at the core of much of what coders do. It is a way to look at a problem, the world, or a piece of technology and work out what to do with it. 
  • What we are actually talking about is learning the art of logic. And, despite how that sounds, learning logic can be great fun. So, when someone says “everyone needs to learn to code”, hear it as “our students would benefit from understanding logic”.
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  • It is important to remember that computer code is written in “languages” and language is a tool.
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    Good background article about the teaching of coding skills, and the importance of logic. 
u1033821

Toronto students write, publish their own books | Toronto Star - 6 views

  • “Every student in the school had a voice — whether it was an ESL student who can’t speak the language, or someone who has a learning disability — everybody has a page or a book that’s their own,”
    • Jenny Entsch-Keith
       
      Inclusive practice that caters for diverse learning needs. Why? "Evaluate and revise school learning and teaching programs, using expert and community knowledge and experience, to meet the needs of students with diverse linguistic, cultural, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds." - #1 Know students and how they learn. Retrieved from http://www.teacherstandards.aitsl.edu.au/DomainOfTeaching/ProfessionalKnowledge/Standards
    • ruddsword
       
      It is important that different platforms are found so that each individual can have a voice.
    • beclowe87
       
      Differentiating for all students so the activity is inclusive.
  • “It made writing meaningful and purposeful.”
    • Louise Hoggett
       
      It's not just about writing a paragraph of text "just because the teacher said so". There is a genuine physical goal at the end.
    • Stephen Druery
       
      This is what learning is supposed to be about.
    • Tracey Wiggins
       
      meaningful for students, not purposeless
    • Edna Strange
       
      authentic learning
    • Tayla Le
       
      Yes, this way of learning is fun, personal and intentional.
    • Mike Parker
       
      Accessing this website and book publishing tool provided a way to engage all students to the level they desired or could manage.
  • “writing came alive during this process,”
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  • Why not now?
    • Richard Gerrand
       
      The teacher thinking in a way that is new and exciting, and initiates further thinking and possibilities.
    • Karren Hoare
       
      It also seems very exciting that this teacher is supporting learning that is relevant & shows students that learning is not just for the future but opens up opportunities for them now.
    • ruddsword
       
      This also creates a relevance between the student and their world both in the educational sense and the personal sense.
  • Kids brainstormed ideas, wrote rough drafts, edited with classmates and teachers and created their own illustrations. Some handwrote the final draft, while others chose to type up pages.
    • Richard Gerrand
       
      Students and teachers became motivated and engaged in literacy. Students were able to have a choice between typing their stories or writing them by hand. This task was also inclusive in regards to students who might have had learning difficulties. It provided a platform for these students to express themselves creatively through the use of colours, images, written text or a variety of materials such as button, beads, different fabrics that they could cut out and paste, etc.
    • emmajay
       
      Collaboration between students and teachers promotes positive learning experiences and ensures all learners are involved and able to participate. Providing students with options to create illustrations, type or write their story by hand enables all students to construct their story in a way that suits them.
  • Parents were calling in
    • Richard Gerrand
       
      Something to work on and talk about at home, and spend quality family time together. Parents become interested in their child's education - brings them into the school environment.
    • ruddsword
       
      An interesting way to get parents involved in their children's education.
  • I got so excited because I love writing stories with my friends — I love reading and writing,” said 8-year-old Zaria Gibbons
    • Stephen Druery
       
      Sounds of a student who loves to read, create and share.
    • Mike Parker
       
      This writing platform encouraged collaboration and participation.
  • When she shared her find at a staff meeting, fellow teachers at the Scarborough school loved the idea and they all got on board.
    • Jenny Entsch-Keith
       
      Positive sharing of 'finds' not only builds resources but creates a positive, inclusive and productive professional learning environment and builds moral.
    • Ann Bond
       
      by sharing the idea it became a whole school activity involving the entire school community including the parents
    • Olivia Wirihana
       
      Teacher was able to network with others. Created a holistic and inclusive approach to the idea. Ultimately a higher chance for success as more support is there.
    • ruddsword
       
      Having an open minded and innovative staff helps, so does having the opportunity to try something different. Not all schools would have been so on board with the idea.
    • saraantcliff
       
      Teacher provided an extension to other teachers professional learning and used networking with other peers
  • students were given a kit with instructions and pages.
    • Jenny Entsch-Keith
       
      Self-paced, somewhat self directed learning. Building confidence and indepence. Minimal imput from teacher mean students are free to express their ideas.
  • There was a sense of awe when the books arrived and they’d seen what they’d done.”
    • Jenny Entsch-Keith
       
      Positive effective and timely feedback that fosters positive self esteem and grows the desire to learn.
    • Ann Bond
       
      producing a physical item, something tangible the student can share with others
  • holding an authors’ night for parents, grandparents, siblings — even aunts and uncles — to check out the books.
    • Jenny Entsch-Keith
       
      Engaging the students social learning network enhancing learning and building a positive view of learning.
    • Olivia Wirihana
       
      Positive relationships between all stakeholders. Community involvement and enhancement of student learning.
  • ents were asked to write about world issues, so Pauline Manuel wrote “Courageous Ezra,” which she dedicated “to all children affected by war.” We value respectful and thoughtful discussion. Readers are encouraged to flag comments that fail to meet the standards outlined in our Community Code of Conduct. For further information, including our legal guidelines, please see our full website Terms and Conditions. Commenting is now closed. Login | Signup 0 Comments powered by: Follow Newest Oldest Most Liked Editor's Pick Most Active Most Replies ← View all comments Show More document.write(''); no
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  • Older students were asked to write about world issue
    • Jenny Entsch-Keith
       
      This activity challenges student to investigate and reflect on 'real world' events promoting a deeper understanding of what happen around them and international and how they feel about what they discover.
    • chrismurphy3872
       
      Personally I would prefer students be given choice of topic, as dictating the topic seems to contradict the impetus for the project which was to foster a student driven passion for writing.
  • -year-old Zaria Gibbon
  • e reading and
  • 1I got so excited because I love writing stories with my friends — I love reading and
    • Stephen Druery
       
      Sounds of a child who loves to read, create and share.
  • “My family was really proud of m
    • Stephen Druery
       
      Looks like the student is receiving support at home for their efforts at school.
    • Natasha Taylor
       
      I love how this seems to have involved the families too. I feel parents are becoming increasing less involved in the classroo, for various reasons, so it's fantastic that this has sparked their enthusiasm as well as the student's.
  • My Amazing Book of Poems.”
    • Stephen Druery
       
      Self belief.
  • “It wasn’t just something they did and handed in to the teacher.”
    • Stephen Druery
       
      This is what I would love to say!
    • sharonbatchelor
       
      Yep, that's 'authentic learning'.
  • The school made a big deal of the young writers
    • Stephen Druery
       
      School wide support, how exciting and uplifting for the students to be recognised in front of their peers.
  • ‘Have you finished your draft yet?’ ” said principal Denise Canning.
    • Stephen Druery
       
      The students must think it is awesome that the principal is interested in their work.
  • 1“It made writing meaningful and purposeful.”
  • even those in kindergarten — contributed a page to a class book.
    • Stephen Druery
       
      Shows how it is possible for all age groups to contribute and participate in learning.
    • chrismurphy3872
       
      Hopefully those students with a passion for writing in the "younger" grades were given the opportunity to create their own book if they wanted to.
  • It also got the school buzzing
    • Amber Nottage
       
      Having the whole school talking about something as positive and exciting as literacy is a great reason to do something like this! It shows how excited the students are about creating their own work - love it.
    • Edna Strange
       
      Great collaboration
    • corinnawest
       
      great idea to get the students to feel good about learning and they get to take something away from it that they can be proud off. Great concept and great on the school part to adjust their teaching and assessments
    • Olivia Wirihana
       
      This provocation from the students allowed the teacher to use the interests of the children to make learning more engaging and meaningful.
    • jramage3
       
      The teacher showed respect for her students and let them have a voice, therefore allowing them to be apart of the learning process.
  • students could read aloud.
    • Olivia Wirihana
       
      Children took ownership of their work and shared it with others.
  • While searching
    • staceymkruse
       
      The dog wagging the tail - the teacher didn't just use ICT based literacy programs because the existed. She searched for one that met the needs and goals of her students. Even better then she shared with her colleagues.
  • students of mine for the past three years,
    • digordon
       
      Wonderful that this teacher has been able to follow her students for that length of time. The benefits this must have for special needs students are immense
  • she said.
    • digordon
       
      This reminds me of a student with ASD at a school I am aware of that wrote his own book about the struggles of making friends. It was an amazing experience for this boy, his twin sister illustrated it for him and his best friend assisted. He performed readings of the book for all the classrooms. Such an amazing experience for the child and the school.
    • Natasha Taylor
       
      Upon having a look atthis site it seems to be limited to the USA. Does anyone know of a similar site in Australia?
    • Angela Woodward
       
      How cool would it be to organise this at a school we work at in the future. I would love to do this- especially an author night.
    • debgran
       
      A great resource to use to encourage writers. Many children seem to struggle with the writing aspect of literacy.
    • debgran
       
      A great resource to use to encourage writing. Many students struggle with this aspect of literacy.
  • kids would get off the bus carrying their package of materials and talking about it
    • Suzanne Usher
       
      Another awesome result of this activity is that it makes literacy possible and enjoyable for all  students. Not all students enjoy or succeed in reading, but show far more engagement with writing, especially when given freedom of expression, and encouraged to write about something relevant and enjoyable to them. 
    • u1033821
       
      School on board with expanding the programme so that others may benefit. This also show that the teachers are in support of the programme. Domino affect.
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    What happens when teachers from across a school encourage their students to write and publish their own books. Can you identify some of the educational reasons why this was a successful project? This is a week 5 activity.
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    Reasons as to why I thought this was a good idea: - students and parents are involved - everyone in the class, all learning abilities, got involved - it gave writing a sense of purpose for the class - students could relate it to interests and real life concepts. - students took charge of what they are going to write
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    Kids brainstormed ideas, wrote rough drafts, edited with classmates and teachers and created their own illustrations. Some handwrote the final draft, while others chose to type up pages. 1 "Every student in the school had a voice - whether it was an ESL student who can't speak the language, or someone who has a learning disability - everybody has a page or a book that's their own," said Remedios. 6 "It made writing meaningful and purposeful." 2 It also got the school buzzing.
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    A great resource to keep in mind to encourage writers.
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    An awesome way to get kids involved with books - by creating thier own. Come to think of it, it worked for Kai too back in Yr 2.
Suzanne Usher

Growing Up Digital, Wired for Distraction - NYTimes.com - 0 views

  • Research also shows that students often juggle homework and entertainment.
  • At Woodside, as elsewhere, students’ use of technology is not uniform. Mr. Reilly, the principal, says their choices tend to reflect their personalities.
  • The technology has created on campuses a new set of social types — not the thespian and the jock but the texter and gamer, Facebook addict and YouTube potato. “The technology amplifies whoever you are,” Mr. Reilly says.
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  • “Downtime is to the brain what sleep is to the body,” said Dr. Rich of Harvard Medical School. “But kids are in a constant mode of stimulation.”
  • “The headline is: bring back boredom,” added Dr. Rich, who last month gave a speech to the American Academy of Pediatrics entitled, “Finding Huck Finn: Reclaiming Childhood from the River of Electronic Screens.”
  • Dr. Rich said in an interview that he was not suggesting young people should toss out their devices, but rather that they embrace a more balanced approach to what he said were powerful tools necessary to compete and succeed in modern life.
  • “Today mixing music, tomorrow sound waves and physics,” he says. And he thinks the key is that they love not just the music but getting their hands on the technology. “We’re meeting them on their turf.”
  • Teachers at Woodside commonly blame technology for students’ struggles to concentrate, but they are divided over whether embracing computers is the right solution.
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    A rather long but in-depth article about the double-edged sword of technology in schools. A very interesting read about teaching effective use of technology, and the importance of balance in our lives. 
debgran

iPads for Learning | Learning with iPads | Learning with iPads - 0 views

    • debgran
       
      Advantages of using iPads in educational settings.
    • debgran
       
      portability, flexibility, develop 21st Century skills such as creativity, innovation, communication and collaboration
  • The findings of this trial were that the iPad was an effective and engaging learning tool, especially in primary and special settings schools; that quality teaching was the factor that enabled the iPad to be used effectively to improve student motivation, engagement and learning outcomes; and that teaching and learning success with iPads is more likely when they are used in a supportive school and home environment.&nbsp;
    • debgran
       
      DET 2010-2011 iPad trial findings - "improved student motivation, engagement and learning outcomes"
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    Advantages of using iPads for learning
aecamerom

About ClassDojo - 3 views

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    Class resource for behaviour management reinforcement and tracking
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    This is a great tool...I have tested on my own kids lol. Just received an email recently stating that this app can now be used "school wide" as opposed to just in one classroom. Therefore teachers can share behaviour management strategies throughout the school.
Mike Parker

Variety of ICT's for PE Teaching - 7 views

EDC3100 ictexamples teacher teachers

started by Mike Parker on 22 Mar 14 no follow-up yet
kerryu1062001

Screenr | Instant screencasts: Just click record - 5 views

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    This is a great ICT to record your screen and then share/podcast, etc. Works on Windows and Mac systems and its FREE!
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    This is a great idea with many educational uses. And it's free...fantastic!
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    This is a great tool to screen record with. Works on Mac and PC and it's FREE.
cddoran

Technology takes hold in the early grades | EdSource - 7 views

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    ICT and the Early Years
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    Hi, I liked reading your article about bringing ICT into the early years education and how it can work as another teacher. In Australian schools as most pre-service teachers and if you are a parent would probably know. The children are using Reading Eggs and Matheletics. My children are in years 1 and 3 and have found these programs easy to follow and navigate through the levels with a lot of success in their learning. They can also log-in on our home computer to extend their learning further. Programs such as these are a great tool in encouraging the skills of reading and learning maths without overloading them with too much computer time.
Sophie Salvesani

AnswerGarden - Plant a Question, Grow Answers! Generate a live word cloud with your audience. - 1 views

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    A program which allows you to create your own word cloud, by inputting ideas
Diane Thomas

Diigolet | Diigo - 4 views

shared by Diane Thomas on 07 Mar 15 - No Cached
    • Diane Thomas
       
      Finally worked out how to do this.  Very confusing.
djplaner

After 20 years, a teacher reinvents her classroom using technology - The Hechinger Report - 2 views

  • She developed a new style of teaching that gives students a mix of technology and small-group instruction. Online tools, most of them free, helped her customize lessons for students. She periodically checks progress through the year to adjust.
  • That’s not to say the transition was easy or the results perfect. Hawkins considers her classroom a work in progress. She continues to remodel it to fit the needs of the school day and her students
  • Another challenge: Managing the multiple online platforms, such as quizzes, learning games and online grade reporting for parents. Data on the websites she uses aren’t connected so Hawkins has to juggle them to monitor how her students are progressing
    • djplaner
       
      Another example of the need for "digital renovation" the ability to bring these disparate data sources together
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    Article describing how on US-based 5th grade teacher is using technology to create a "blended" approach to learning that apparently allows more catering to the different capabilities of her students. Some linked to the approach used in EDC3100 as explained in the first (and last) Toowoomba lecture.
watersigns74

ChartGo Stock Charts - 2 views

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    Interactive, online program to create charts
cddoran

Beyond Minecraft: Games That Inspire Building and Exploration | MindShift - 3 views

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    The success and popularity of Minecraft in and out of classrooms is no surprise. It's one of the best examples of the potential of learning with games because
kelsey95

Digital Tools for Teachers - 8 views

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    Apps to create videos and images for ebooks on ipad's . could be helpful for assignment 1 for people!
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    Fantastic resource, I like the way these are presented, may look at using a few of these for my assignment too Thanks Sally
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