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Despite the overwhelming evidence that collaborative cultures in schools improve student learning, and the presence of tools that allow these cultures to be developed in new and expansive ways, there continues to be reluctance to embrace the potential of online environments and social media.

there continues to be reluctance to embrace the potential of online environments and social media

Not only does it mean that the role of teachers must change, it also means that for schools to be considered professional learning communities, they must orient themselves within the wider world beyond the classroom walls.

Glog – interactive poster Collaborative class projects School-level teacher management of students and classes Private and safe student environment Engage students in fun and creative activities National educational standards

This Wednesday is an 8th Hour day for Lindbergh High School students. The 8th Hour modified schedule provides students with opportunities for class meetings, extra study time, test make-up, club meetings and A Plus tutoring. A complete listing of 8th Hour Wednesdays is available at the end of this article.

Lindbergh will make wireless Internet access available to students beginning in January, allowing them to type assignments, use online resources in class and collaborate on projects. As part of this first

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students need to share their work and projects with others outside the classroom.

Skype sessions, blogs, wikis, creating podcasts, digital storytelling, content specific interactive games and programs, VoiceThread, and online presentations with Glogster

students need to work collaboratively inside and outside the classroom to solve real-time issues, problems, and audiences