Schoology is featured in this post, and explains ways that it may be integrated with other platforms. It also explains how the paid version differs from the free version.
This kind of integration between business, community, government, and schools is what we need in order to transform the function of public education in our society--and a makerspace is just the right kind of place to do it.
hackerspaces - focus on electrons
makerspaces - focus on atoms
citizen science lab - focus on biology, science research
open democracy - enable citizens to engage with mechanisms of democracy
co-working - shared space for independent professionals
project collaborative - gateway to project economy
creative communities - support for creative / artistic communities
The Maker Movement seeks to integrate the use of technology in creation. While this article is not specifically about technology, the mindset informing the movement recognizes technology as a powerful tool for student centered learning.
FWSU is collaborating with the International Virtual Schooling Association to comply with the Vermont Educational Technology Plan and the FWSU Action Plan. I found this link on FWSU's Global Learning Blog, which is a tremendous model for other schools who may be looking for models to emulate or to extend their PLN.
This blog does a nice job of connecting the district's vision to the Vermont Educational Technology Plan. I see the Targets, Action Steps, and Success Indicators clearly identified, as well as documentation of process and product. This blog is a great way to maintain transparency within the community while keeping people accountable and modeling ways that the targets are being met.
Grit is hanging in and never giving up, but it’s more than that. Grit is being comfortable when you are outside of your comfort zone, and it’s forging ahead when you hit the wall because you know that you’ll get up and continue moving forward. Grit is a life skill!
Grit is hanging in and never giving up, but it’s more than that. Grit is being comfortable when you are outside of your comfort zone, and it’s forging ahead when you hit the wall because you know that you’ll get up and continue moving forward. Grit is a life skill!
1. Grit should be in everyone’s vocabulary, talked about, written on the board, and mentioned in report cards