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example of a district writing rubric that TBTs could use across the disciplines

"In one survey of college students, 38% said they couldn't even go 10 minutes without switching on some sort of electronic device. But how students are using their devices, how technology is affecting their educational experience, and what effect it has on their well-being are questions that are harder to answer. In the infographic below, online higher education database Onlineeducation.net has summed up some of the existing research on these points."

The Pyramid of Learning is a framework used by the Akron Public Schools to ensure ALL students receive the academic interventions and behavioral supports needed to be successful within the school setting."

"It represents so many wonderful ideas about sharing, connectedness and the shifting role of teacher and education."

Harness the power of video in conveying emotion, tone, and energy while leveraging the flexibility of an email-like system, where each party can send and view messages at their convenience.

Made me think of the digital charter schools

"Rhyme 'n Learn is math and science taught by mnemonics. A mnemonic is a learning aid. It uses word associations like rhymes so that a term or fact is easier to recall later. An example of a mnemonic is "In fourteen hundred ninety two Columbus sailed the ocean blue." I learned that in 3rd grade. Thanks Mrs. Erbach. Rhyme 'n Learn was created by me, Joe Ocando. I've taught math and science to students of all ages and discovered that many find it difficult to memorize hundreds of new terms and facts. I also found that rote learning is boring and not very effective for long term retention"

"For children and young people with reading difficulties, text-to-speech (TTS) software offers some of the benefits of a personal reader. The article provides an overview of the technology and its application, and then summarizes the research on benefits

"These indicators may serve as a needs assessment, a set of strategic goals and outcomes, a framework for decision making, or the definition of what a whole child approach to education truly requires. In fact, these indicators are among those we consider in the selection process for Vision in Action: The ASCD Whole Child Award. However you choose to use them, please share them widely among your stakeholders and involve many voices in soliciting evidence related to their implementation. Although these are largely school-based, a whole child approach to education requires the engagement of the entire community to ensure that each child is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged."

"Connect Teacher Effectiveness to Leader Effectiveness 50+ online modules build the competencies of highly effective school leaders. Aligned to the 5 domains and 24 categories of Dr. Robert Marzano's evidence-based rubric. 24/7 online access provides flexibility. School-based case studies provide the authentic voice of the practitioner. Problem-based approach encourages immediate application in the school. On-site coaching and team development meet principals and teams where the issues occur-in the school building."

"A report by the International Youth Foundation commissioned by Microsoft focuses attention on the global opportunity divide."

Interesting how this relates to the 5 step process and formative assessment! "What is Flow? Csikszentmihalyi has identified three conditions necessary to achieve a state of flow: The goals are clear (i.e. design an experiment which demonstrates xyz, write a persuasive essay, paint the ceiling of the chapel) The goals are attainable and within one's skillset and ability; and the challenge level and skill level are both high You get clear and immediate feedback so you can adjust your course"

Cleveland.com article about William Foster in Garfield Heights

Nice post on the "flipped classroom" what it is and is not

"Ok, I'll be honest. I get very nervous when I hear education reformists and politicians tout how "incredible" the flipped classroom model, or how it will "solve" many of the problems of education. It doesn't solve anything. It is a great first step in reframing the role of the teacher in the classroom"

"Flipped School Model of Instruction Our students receive their teacher's lectures at home and do their homework in class. Our students work side-by-side with our expert staff. One-on-one time with students is up four times over years past, test scores are up and our students are more engaged. We are "flipped out" over our fabulous results and are extremely committed to ensure that all of our students and their families get the very best we have to offer"

"INFOhio's 21st Century Learning Commons is an online resource for all educators to explore. It is designed to: Enhance 21st century learning Provide a technologically-advanced method to utilize INFOhio electronic resources Foster a sense of global community through a variety of technology and learning methods The Learning Commons provides an array of resources to help educators understand how learning has changed, adapt teaching methods and discover new ways to inspire students to think critically, solve problems, collaborate, innovate and create."

Ohio Department of Ed's YouTube Channel

"Principal Tom Horn, a self-described "hippie kid from Eugene," has transformed a troubled alternative high school in Oregon-not to mention his teachers' job descriptions-by introducing a radical project-based learning model. "

"In this What Matters brief, we explore the critical role of addressing and supporting behavior and socialization in schools as educators, students, families, schools, and communities embrace the waves of diversity that surge through our schools and institutional systems"