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Problems with Education - Very Funny Video - YouTube - 7 views

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shared by Justin Esparza on 21 Mar 14 - No Cached
  • Justin Esparza on 31 Mar 14
     
    Martin, I do believe that having a 4-6 year degree fully prepares you, if you can work in area similar to what your degree is intended for. I can't speak for everyone, but I spent 5 years to receive my bachelors and masters (both of which have helped me teach all levels of secondary math). This video is funny, but it generalizes the college student to one that doesn't specialize in any specific field. I wouldn't degrade the college degree from years of study to 5 minutes worth of learning. Justin
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Students, say goodbye to snow days -- and say hello to school at home - CNN.com - 15 views

www.cnn.com/...snow-days-virtual-schools technology education social media
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  • Justin Esparza on 10 Mar 14
     
    This article discusses how some schools are using technology to hold "virtual school days" and continue the learning process during periods of school cancellation because of inclement weather.
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Sir Ken Robinson: Bring on the learning revolution! - 50 views

started by Jaime Villanueva on 23 Feb 14 no follow-up yet
  • Justin Esparza
    #23 Justin Esparza on 03 Mar 14
     
    I've really enjoyed this video. I wouldn't say we need an educational revolution in the public schools, but I do agree that educational reform isn't completely efficient in preparing the ever-changing generations of learners. The teaching that I do in the classroom (9-12) is specific to the expectations that Professors have on students entering research studies in mathematics. Moreover, I wouldn't say I'm changing the system through my teaching by integrating technology, I would say that I'm improving the efficiency of my teaching to deliver content. Thank you for the great post.
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Web 2.0 Tools Resource Center - 55 views

started by Maricela Gonzalez on 19 Feb 14 no follow-up yet
  • Justin Esparza
    #26 Justin Esparza on 24 Feb 14
     
    Maricela Gonzales,
    I use Edmodo in my math classroom, even though online learning systems lend themselves to social sciences. Edmodo has served as a great way to respond to students' question in an explicit form, which then helps them understanding how to write out their math processes. I'm trying to transition to the other web 2.0 tools, but it's taking time and planning to be able to incorporate them. Great posting, thank you for providing additional tools.
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4 Ways To Bring Gamification of Education To Your Classroom | Top Hat - 12 views

blog.tophat.com/ify-learning-in-your-classroom gamification technology education
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  • Justin Esparza on 17 Feb 14
     
    I found myself fascinated by the concept of gamification. The more I read about it, the more I can see it being applied to not only the classroom, but also to the corporate audience. By increasing engagement and retention of learning material, I see it as a win-win situation. Do you see it as a viable solution to your classroom? Why or why not? What ways do you currently use aspects of gamification in your professional life?
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Integrating Web 2.0 Tools into the Classroom: Changing the Culture of Learning | CCT - 25 views

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  • Justin Esparza on 10 Feb 14
     
    This article is on a research of how teachers began to use Web 2.0 tools in their classrooms.
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NEA - Social Media Made Simple - 18 views

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  • Social Media Made Simple
    • Justin Esparza
      Justin Esparza on 30 Jan 14
       
      This article provides a prime example of how social media can be integrated into a physics classroom, yet may be easily applied to other types of science fields.
  • Instead of constantly trying to get students to put their phones away, educators can use the devices to their advantage.
    • Justin Esparza
      Justin Esparza on 30 Jan 14
       
      I allow for students to use the calculator abilities of their cell phones if the lesson doesn't call for tasks beyond a scientific calculator; however engaging applications, such as Poll Daddy, are great ways to integrate the cell phone in the classroom.
    • Justin Esparza
      Justin Esparza on 30 Jan 14
       
      I allow for students to use the calculator abilities of their cell phones if the lesson doesn't call for tasks beyond a scientific calculator; however engaging applications, such as Poll Daddy, are great ways to integrate the cell phone in the classroom.
    • Justin Esparza
      Justin Esparza on 30 Jan 14
       
      These are some creative tools that are applicable to most courses. Some of these are well-known and some that I've never seen, enjoy.
    • Justin Esparza
      Justin Esparza on 30 Jan 14
       
      These are some creative tools that are applicable to most courses. Some of these are well-known and some that I've never seen, enjoy.
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  • Skitch—Skitch is a quick and easy photo-editing app. Language teachers might find it particularly useful. Load up a photo and have the student label everything in it with correct the vocabulary.
    • Justin Esparza
      Justin Esparza on 30 Jan 14
       
      To learn more about Skitch, here is a link that shows how you may use it to provide instructions for your clients: http://evernote.com/skitch/
    • Justin Esparza
      Justin Esparza on 30 Jan 14
       
      To learn more about Skitch, here is a link that shows how you may use it to provide instructions for your clients: http://evernote.com/skitch/
  • Social Media Made Simple
    • Justin Esparza
      Justin Esparza on 30 Jan 14
       
      This article provides a prime example of how social media can be integrated into a physics classroom, yet may be easily applied to other types of science fields.
  • Justin Esparza on 30 Jan 14
     
    Here are some great ways to simplify the integration of social media web 2.0 tools in the classroom.
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