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Interesting blog post on student centered learning strategies in the math classroom.

Interesting. I don't agree with much of the blog as a day to day strategy, but it might be effective for some sections. I did, however, really like some of the comments people made about it so I recommend reading those!

This blog post links to some video lessons for AP calc classes. It also refers to Karl Fisch's youtube lessons and the increasingly popular Khan Academy app lessons. What is interesting is the idea of using the video lessons as assigned homework (watching taking notes- i.e. lecture) while the class time becomes strictly problem solving work and project based learning. I am really fond of this idea and would be interested to see what the rest of your thoughts and comments are.

This is an interesting article that highlights 3 areas of how mobile devices will/can change how teaching and learning. 1. Inquiry based 2. Flipping classroom instruction 3 digital text books.

How to develop a circle equation in algebraic form when the circle touches the horizontal x-axis and learn how algebra is used in geometry to derive the equation of a circle in algebraic form in mathematics.

An engaging 10 minute talk challenging educators to reflect on their instructional strategies in light of the fact that students no longer need to go to school to access information/knowledge. Furthermore, she challenges us to consider allowing students to have a voice in forming their knowledge, learn through experience and failure.

Categorizes the 21st century skills and provides links to further tools and studies supporting 21st century learning.

A paid subscription site that offers interactive modules (gizmos) might not be worth subscribing to, but worth the look to see what can be done with technology.