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Melinda Connon

Art of Problem Solving Foundation - 0 views

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  • Melinda Connon on 20 Jul 11
     
    This website is a great math contest practice location. Our students are so over committed, they don't have time to practice as a group for a math team...I'm not sure they'll do this. I did have an extra advanced 8th grader working on it when he was finished with his homework. It lets you try a problem twice, shows a solution, and builds in difficulty. I have lots to learn from these problems -- many of which are beyond Core Curriculum.
Deb Henkes

Introducing appointment slots in Google Calendar - Official Gmail Blog - 0 views

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  • Deb Henkes on 18 Jul 11
     
    Appointment slots area new way to help manage your own schedule. It is a feature in Google calendar and heres' how.
Aryn Kruse

Working with Parents - 0 views

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  • Teacher outreach efforts to parents most typically include writing a newsletter or inviting parents into the classroom. Calling parents with good news about a child's progress also strengthens the teacher-parent relationship. Home visits, done either before or after the school years starts, can also be extremely valuable. These visits can improve significantly the relationship between teachers and parents. "From the very beginning, I knew the importance of soliciting help from parents," says Julie Gutierrez (Richardson, Texas). "I sent a weekly newsletter home explaining our week's worth of activities, and in it, I gave ideas for working with the children. Conferences and phone calls also served as wonderful opportunities for me to get parents involved. Periodically, I sent papers explaining developmental stages of reading and writing so that parents might gauge their child's progress and look forward to the next step. It's amazing how quickly a child can achieve mastery when the support of a parent is present."
    • Aryn Kruse
      Aryn Kruse on 18 Jul 11
       
      What are your strategies for connecting with parents?
  • earn their trust
    • Aryn Kruse
      Aryn Kruse on 18 Jul 11
       
      What strategies do you use to build trusting relationships with families
  • Show support for learning at home Communicate positive feedback about a teacher's influence or performance Welcome new teachers Volunteer to help in the classroom Support fair discipline measures that teachers impose Refrain from assuming the worst about first-year teachers See that children do their homework Offer the workplace for a field trip when appropriate Talk to a teacher directly about a problem; and Become active partners in education
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  • Contact parents early on and before a problem occurs, particularly when there's good news to report Consider writing a weekly newsletter or report on classroom learning and activities Invite parents to come into the classroom and assign them tasks if they are willing Involve them in reading groups and remedial assistance when possible, being aware that all parents may not read or write English Let parents know how they can reinforce classroom learning at home; consider asking them to sign a contract requiring them to make children complete homework and other home learning activities Visit families in their homes if possible to see firsthand how well learning is supported there Address parents' concerns head on. If you are taking a pedagogical approach that raises questions, work to show parents the benefits of your methods and explain your reasoning to them; and Hold a parent meeting the first month of the school year in which you talk about your expectations for student achievement and behavior, leave time for questions, and if you don't know the answer promise to call soon with one.
  • Look to Parents to...
    • Aryn Kruse
      Aryn Kruse on 18 Jul 11
       
      These tips were created from the lens of working with families inside a school building (school-aged populations). What additions or modifications would you apply to early intervention?
Dennis OConnor

Remember Everything | Evernote Corporation - 1 views

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  • Dennis OConnor on 16 Jul 11
     
    The only way to cope with the information glut is to employ technology as a filter that represents your interests.  If you have the urge to make old fashioned paper notes about digital information consider Evernote,  Take a look at the program to get the big idea here.
Karen Thilges

Prezi For Dummies Cheat Sheet - For Dummies - 0 views

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  • Karen Thilges on 14 Jul 11
     
    Use Prezi to add drama and sophistication to all your presentations. Prezi is an online application that takes the place of tired slideshows. You get to use your creativity and work with a variety of different media formats. But first, discover Prezi shortcuts, set up paths, and how to navigate its main menu.
Karen Thilges

CEC | Technology -- The Great Equalizer - 0 views

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  • Karen Thilges on 14 Jul 11
     
    Educational and assistive technology give students with disabilities greater possibilities to master content, organize, and control behavior.
Deborah Ausborn

Archived -- Prisoners Of Time - 2 views

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  • education must become a new national obsession,
    • Deborah Ausborn
      Deborah Ausborn on 13 Jul 11
       
      Certainly, if there was as much attention given to education as there is to sporting events, we would be in a better position globally.
  • The boy of today must attend school 11.1 years in order to receive as much instruction, quantitatively, as the boy of fifty years ago received in 8 years
    • Deborah Ausborn
      Deborah Ausborn on 13 Jul 11
       
      I don't think we really want to revert to the teaching methods and expectations of this time. I think we need to examine how to use time more efficiently. Home schoolers often cover the same amount of material in less time because we don't have to pass between classes, take attendance, read announcements, plan floats for the home coming parade, etc. How can we tighten up the educational system without losing the benefits of the social activities that students also need?
  • Holding all students to the same high standards means that some students will need more time, just as some may require less. Standards are then not a barrier to success but a mark of accomplishment.
    • Deborah Ausborn
      Deborah Ausborn on 13 Jul 11
       
      Here I couldn't agree more. How do we implement a process like this in a classroom full of children at different levels and paces? This is one of the greatest benefits of home schooling, allowing children to progress at the pace best suited for them. However, state requirements try to force even home schoolers to adopt a "one-size-fits-all" education by documenting a "year's" progress in a year's time even though that is most definitely a variable from student to student. Even asking that parents turn in a year's worth of lesson plans is counterproductive because it limits the freedom to make adjustments where needed or desireable.
Andrea Accola-Sabin

Free Technology for Teachers: Five Free Scientific Calculators - 0 views

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  • Andrea Accola-Sabin on 13 Jul 11
     
    Some sites to down load scientific calculators to your computer
Andrea Accola-Sabin

Videos for Math Topics - 0 views

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  • Andrea Accola-Sabin on 12 Jul 11
     
    This is a site that has some different tutorials for math topics.
Amy Burns

PrimaryPad - Superfunky collaborative writing for schools - 2 views

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  • Amy Burns on 12 Jul 11
     
    Looks like a good tool for collaboration online
Deb Henkes

What does Google+ Mean for Schools? - Apps User Group - 0 views

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  • Deb Henkes on 12 Jul 11
     
    Take a look at how Google+ could be used in schools for both students and staff.
Deb Henkes

40 Google Plus Tips for Newbies - MarketingProfessor.com - 0 views

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  • Deb Henkes on 12 Jul 11
     
    40 Google Plus Tips for Newbies. Ideas and tips for using Google+, Google's new social networking tool.
linda welander

ollie1roberts: Iowa Online Teaching Standards - 1 views

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  • Communicates with students effectively and consistently
    • Brad Kurtz
      Brad Kurtz on 20 Jun 11
       
      As this is important in a traditional classroom environment, this standard is imperative in online teaching. If something is unclear in the classroom environment, the feedback can be immediate. If there are errors or lack of clarity online, however, all work is delayed until the instructor remedies the situation.
  • Has experienced online learning from the perspective of a student
    • Brad Kurtz
      Brad Kurtz on 20 Jun 11
       
      A good teacher, whether in the classroom or online, must develop a sense of empathy (and humility). Having walked in her/his students' shoes is a key step in this process.
    • Tracey Matt
      Tracey Matt on 28 Jun 11
       
      I totally agree. Understanding both sides is important and makes you a better teacher.
    • Cindy Crall
      Cindy Crall on 28 Jun 11
       
      The experience of being the student is priceless in stepping into the role of the teacher.
  • Selects and uses technologies appropriate to the content that enhance learning
    • Julie Tague
      Julie Tague on 21 Jun 11
       
      There is a difference in having students just "use" technology or having them use it to enhance learning.
    • linda welander
      linda welander on 28 Jun 11
       
      This seems to be exactly what we are trying to do. The collaboration component of the class should provide all of us with a lot of different ideas, websites, and critiques that will save us time and effort. When we can pair the correct technology with our content our students will be the beneficiaries.
    • Tricia Reichert
      Tricia Reichert on 01 Jul 11
       
      We certainly don't want to use technology haphazardly. We need to use it for academic purposes, not simply because we have it or to entertain the students.
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  • Demonstrates growth in technology knowledge and skills in order to stay current with emerging technologies
    • Julie Tague
      Julie Tague on 21 Jun 11
       
      This is always a challenge due to the lack of time and rapid changes and advancements in technology.
    • Cindy Crall
      Cindy Crall on 28 Jun 11
       
      This could be handled through professional development
  • Utilizes a course evaluation and student feedback data to improve the course
    • Nancy Healy
      Nancy Healy on 27 Jun 11
       
      It's a great idea to have students evaluate how the online course is going during and at the conclusion of the course. Ask them what worked and what didn't work and then use this feedback to improve on the next online course.
    • Tracey Matt
      Tracey Matt on 28 Jun 11
       
      I believe evaluation and feedback is imperative!
    • Mary Allen
      Mary Allen on 28 Jun 11
       
      Evaluation and immediate feedback is important in order to show the value of education to students. It keeps them updated and aware of what they need to do.
  • Assists students with technology used in the course
    • Nancy Healy
      Nancy Healy on 27 Jun 11
       
      To be able to assist students with technology during an online course, we need to choose technology that can be taught or demonstrated online (or referred to another website like Atomic Learning) when students have questions.
    • Cindy Crall
      Cindy Crall on 28 Jun 11
       
      To assist with technology during the online course, teachers need to make sure the chosen technology matches with the desired learning, is compatible with ability levels and an established process for questions is in place.
  • Provides and communicates evidence of learning and course data to students and colleagues
    • Tracey Matt
      Tracey Matt on 28 Jun 11
       
      Using technology tools enhance the accuracy of data and the amount of data that can be collected for formative and summative assessment through tools like moodle.
    • Kristin Jeschke
      Kristin Jeschke on 10 Jul 11
       
      I really like the idea of using Moodle or other resources to facilitate data collection for more effective differentiation!
  • Identifies and communicates learning outcomes and expectations through a course overview/orientation (Varvel IV.A, ITS 3.b)
    • Tracey Matt
      Tracey Matt on 28 Jun 11
       
      Using technology like moodle to communicate expectations and learner outcomes to stakeholders is important. Knowing the "why" of the learning is an important piece to the puzzle of learning.
  • Demonstrates ethical conduct as defined by state law and local policies or procedures (ITS 8.a, ITS 8.b)
    • Tracey Matt
      Tracey Matt on 28 Jun 11
       
      Using technology appropriately is a very important part of the teaching process. Being a good role model and explicitly teaching the importance of ethical online behavior is a must for all teachers.
    • Colleen Comer
      Colleen Comer on 10 Jul 11
       
      I agree. There is so much online that is unethical and inappropriate, it is really important that instructors are setting the right kind of example through what they say to students and the material they expose their students to.
  • Demonstrates effective instructional strategies and techniques, appropriate for online education, that align with course objectives and assessment (SREB C.1, SREB G.6, Varvel V.C, ITS 3.d, ITS 4.b)
    • Charmaine Power
      Charmaine Power on 28 Jun 11
       
      Important not to use online education just to use the technology.
  • Communicates assessment criteria and standards to students, including rubrics for student performances and participation (Varvel VI.D, ITS 5.b)
    • Charmaine Power
      Charmaine Power on 28 Jun 11
       
      If we what a good product from our students they need to what is expected ahead of time.
  • Understands the differences between teaching online and teaching face-to-face (SREB C.1, Varvel V)
    • Salli Pence
      Salli Pence on 28 Jun 11
       
      Instructions for activities need to be in more detail than face to face. Directions that are not concise may cause the learner to become frustrated. Tutorials or screencasts are especially helpful in on-line courses.
    • Colleen Comer
      Colleen Comer on 10 Jul 11
       
      I agree that this is an essential piece. Instructors in a face-to-face setting can be asked questions directly and students can receive instant feedback and unless students are all online at once, insturctors need to make sure they are detailed and timely in their responses (especially for classes with fast paced timelines).
  • Tailors instruction to meet the different needs of students, including different learning styles, different interests and backgrounds, and students with special needs or whom are language learners (SREB C.7, Varvel V.H, ITS 4.c)
    • Salli Pence
      Salli Pence on 28 Jun 11
       
      In my opinion, this benchmark is critical whether you are teaching an online course or face-to-face.
    • Nikki Gerling
      Nikki Gerling on 07 Jul 11
       
      I agree Salli. This is really the one that caught my eye the first time reading through these.
  • Understands the differences between teaching online and teaching face-to-face
    • Cindy Crall
      Cindy Crall on 28 Jun 11
       
      Online instruction gives rise to the challenge of knowing your students. Feedback is not immediate which creates confusion at time as a student may believe they interpreted directives correctly when in reality did not.
  • • Knows and aligns instruction to the achievement goals of the local agency and the state, such as with the Iowa Core (Varvel I.A, ITS 1.f, ITS 3.a)
    • Mary Allen
      Mary Allen on 28 Jun 11
       
      Moodle aligns with student achievement goals.
  • Provides substantive, timely, and constructive feedback to students (SREB D.8, Varvel VI.F, ITS 5.e)
    • linda welander
      linda welander on 12 Jul 11
       
      I think this is one of the best features that online learning provides. With many of the programs I use students get immediate feedback, not only the correct answer but the reason that answer is correct, as the student completes the lesson. This is essential to today's students because too often once they receive a final score, they fail to read any notes or explanation from the teacher or to question why their answer was not correct.
  • Maintains an online social presence that is available, approachable, positive, interactive, and sincere (SREB C.3, Varvel VII.A)
  • Promotes learning through online collaboration group work that is goal-oriented and focused
    • Tricia Reichert
      Tricia Reichert on 01 Jul 11
       
      A good collaborative tool might be a "wiki" that we learned about last week!
  • Sets and models clear expectations for appropriate behavior and proper interaction
    • Tricia Reichert
      Tricia Reichert on 01 Jul 11
       
      In reflecting on this I'm fine with modeling appropriate online behavior, but the question of how to penalize for inappropriate behavior is one that I'm having problems with. Any thoughts?
  • ontinuously uses data to evaluate the accuracy and effectiveness of instructional strategies (SREB J.7, ITS 1.c)
    • Nikki Gerling
      Nikki Gerling on 07 Jul 11
       
      I think that this will be easier by being able to do some of the quizzes and questions and collaboration online. It is a way to provide instant feedback to the students as well as to me.
  • Is knowledgeable and has the ability to use computer programs required in online education to improve learning and teaching, including course management software (CMS) and synchronous/asynchronous communication tools (chat, email, web 2.0, videoconferencing, webinar, whiteboard, etc.) (SREB B.3, Varvel III.B)
    • Nikki Gerling
      Nikki Gerling on 07 Jul 11
       
      I think this one is one of the reasons I am taking this class. There is a lot to learn when going to an online curriculum or incorporating it into an established curriculum.
    • Kristin Jeschke
      Kristin Jeschke on 10 Jul 11
       
      Even if the class is NOT an online class, to learn new elements of technology and how to infuse them into our classrooms in meaningful ways can certainly help our students stay more engaged.
  • Meets the professional teaching standards established by a state-licensing agency, or has the academic credentials in the field in which he or she is teaching
    • Colleen Comer
      Colleen Comer on 10 Jul 11
       
      This would be essential, or anybody could do it. It could ruin the quality of online teachers if they were not held accountable by a higher authority
  • Creates a learning community that encourages collaboration and interaction, including student-teacher, student-student, and student-content
    • Colleen Comer
      Colleen Comer on 10 Jul 11
       
      This would be the one of the most essential parts of the standards. If a student is only engaging in one sided learning, they are missing out (some of the problem with students not participating in traditional classes).
  • Has knowledge of learning theory appropriate to online learning, which may include (but is not limited to) age and ability level, multiple intelligences, didactic conversation, student developmental influences, constructivism, behaviorism, cognitivism, connectivism, and group theory (Varvel V.A)
    • Kristin Jeschke
      Kristin Jeschke on 10 Jul 11
       
      Applying multiple intelligences to online learning proves intriguing. Of course, some limitations exist - - how does the naturalist find relevance and value? However, most of the intelligences can be tapped into via sound clips, video, images, collaboration, blogging, etc. to really enhance the online learning experience.
  • Networks with others involved in online education for the purpose of professional growth (SREB L.1, ITS 7.b)
    • Kristin Jeschke
      Kristin Jeschke on 10 Jul 11
       
      I think one of the best features of this course so far is the opportunity to use Moodle as a place to network and improve skills. With teachers so cramped for time, using online resources such as this could really allow for everyone to grow beyond the confinements of the school day.
  • Brad Kurtz on 20 Jun 11
     
    " Assists students with technology used in the course"
  • Tracey Matt on 28 Jun 11
     
    Teaching students how to respond appropriately using technology is very important to teach our students. When students use technology it is hard to take back comments made, so it is important for them to understand how to use it appropriately the first time.
gfrolekclark

Using Jing for Educators - 0 views

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  • Click on the following link to learn about Jing:http://www.screencast.com/t/SLWZToscXUSign up for Jing @http://www.jingproject.comView video tutorials @ Help Center
    • gfrolekclark
      gfrolekclark on 11 Jul 11
       
      This will get you started if you aren't familar with what Jing can do.
    • gfrolekclark
      gfrolekclark on 11 Jul 11
       
      This is only a few. It also works with Flickr, Prezi, Skype, etc.
  • What can teachers do with Jing?Create a tutorials for working with new technologies. Demonstrate how to access your class delicious bookmarks, log-in to your class wiki, ning or blog, and how to fill out a Google Docs form you’ve created.Create screencasts to publish student work. Copy to your class website.Create a lesson about Internet safety. Have students show examples of their own “safe” internet practices.…more for teachers.Demonstrate how to edit writing.Model a “think aloud” reading technique.Show parents how to use a class website, how to read a test report, or how to access student grades.Add voice to class photos to share classroom activities on your class website.
Deb Henkes

The Biggest Shift Since the Industrial Revolution [Infographic] | Tech the Plunge - 0 views

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  • If not, take a look at the staggering statistics on the social media shift. Look at everything that has happened in the past 5 years. What do these numbers mean for educators? The easy answer is that it should not be able to ignore such a societal shift by filtering, banning or whatever you’d like to call it policies.
    • Deb Henkes
      Deb Henkes on 08 Jul 11
       
      How can we use the energy around social media to help our students learn better and more efficiently? What does this say about us as teachers if we are NOT using these tools? How can we manage and utilize these resources as effective PD without succumbing to information overload? Sorry, I have lots of questions, but not many answers. Interested in hearing your comments.
  • Deb Henkes on 08 Jul 11
     
    "You've probably already seen this great infographic on social media from by en.gauge.media. If not, take a look at the staggering statistics on the social media shift. Look at everything that has happened in the past 5 years. What do these numbers mean for educators? The easy answer is that it should not be able to ignore such a societal shift by filtering, banning or whatever you'd like to call it policies."
  • Deb Henkes on 08 Jul 11
     
    If not, take a look at the staggering statistics on the social media shift. Look at everything that has happened in the past 5 years. What do these numbers mean for educators? The easy answer is that it should not be able to ignore such a societal shift by filtering, banning or whatever you'd like to call it policies."
Deb Henkes

techchef4u - 0 views

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  • Deb Henkes on 08 Jul 11
     
    Great blog about iPad apps for the classroom.
Ginny Kraus

Failure is Underrated: 5 Subjects Where Mistakes Are a Must | Education.com - 1 views

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  • Schools can build resiliency by emphasizing exploration over correctness. Here are some of the classes in which we should expect and reward failure: if our students don’t make mistakes, they aren’t trying anything new.
    • Ginny Kraus
      Ginny Kraus on 01 Jul 11
       
      This is why I love science- all results are valuable and there is no single correct target usually. I think students remember their mistakes or unexpected results far better than their supplied one answer. Students need to explore, practice, and trial and error when learning.
  • Ginny Kraus on 01 Jul 11
     
    Making mistakes in school is the best lesson/education of all. This article describes that classes that allow failure, wrong answers, mistakes give the student valuable information.
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