Stop Animation in the Classroom: Project Based Learning Perfection. Creating simple stop animation videos in the classroom is just that, simple. All you need is a computer, webcam, and some free software. If you have an iPad or iPod touch, it can be even easier. Think back to your own primary education. For me, I have vague memories of actual instruction, but I can recall in great detail the projects.
Should we be shocked my childhood experience? Thanks to advances in technology, much of this creation can now occur virtually. The Software *Jelly Cam - My top pick. Helium Frog - For those feeling a bit more adventurous, this free Windows program has some of the most advanced features I have seen in any animation software. Pivot Stick Animator - This is a stand alone Windows program where the students can create a stop animation movie with stick figures.
Stop Motion Recorder - While several stop animation apps exist for iOS, I personally have hours of hands on time with this one and feel comfortable recommending it. Storyboard Music and Sound Effects. Education Week Teacher: Redefining Instruction With Technology: Five Essential Steps. Digital Differentiation. Technology is a tool that can be used to help teachers facilitate learning experiences that address the diverse learning needs of all students and help them develop 21st Century Skills. At it's most basic level, digital tools can be used to help students find, understand and use information. When combined with student-driven learning experiences fueled by Essential Questions offering flexible learning paths, it can be the ticket to success. Here is a closer look at three components of effectively using technology as a tool for digital differentiation. Note: The interactive graphics you see below have been updated.
They can be found in a newer post on this blog. The goal is to design student-driven learning experiences that are fueled by standards-based Essential Questions and facilitated by digital tools to provide students with flexible learning paths. Essential Questions: Student-driven learning experiences should be driven by standards-based Essential Questions. Search results for reverse mentoring. By Andrew Coy "Reverse mentoring is a concept borne of the information age... Reverse mentoring asks the younger, technologically savvier youngsters to tutor or support the older generation in learning how to leverage social media, blogs, email, cloud-based services, and other tools that we now have at our disposal. " -- Meredith Ely My students have working for a few months with teachers at Liberty Elementary as reverse mentors. This last week, we thought we would ask the teachers what they thought about it. I've included some of the responses below.
The Questions What do you think about reverse mentoring? "I have absolutely loved the reverse mentoring program we've instituted here at Liberty Elementary. "I thought I was a technology expert - until I participated in reverse mentoring. . - Ms. "It is making an impact on my instruction with my students and technology is making my lessons more interesting, fun and is student centered. Curious what your response to these same questions would be. SWAT-Students Working To Advance Technology. About. About Jon Jon is a teacher, educational coach, and writer who has had the privilege of helping educators “turn learning on its head.” Jon, along with Aaron Sams, is considered a pioneer in the Flipped Class Movement. He spent 24 years as a middle and high school science teacher before becoming the lead technology facilitator for a school district in the Chicago suburbs.
Today Jon is dedicated to writing, speaking and otherwise promoting the flipped classroom concept. In 2002, Jon received the Presidential Award for Excellence for Math and Science Teaching; and in 2010, he was named Semi-Finalist for Colorado Teacher of the Year. Jon is the father of three amazing young people and is happily married to the love of his life. What Jon is Doing Now Currently, Jon helps educators and corporations turn learning on its head by bringing flipped learning into schools and organizations. Like this: Like Loading... Teacher Vodcasting and Flipped Classroom Network - A professional learning community for teachers using vodcasting in the classroom. Beth’s Thoughts on Technology in the Classroom — This blog focuses on education, technology and learning.
It has been one heck of a roller coaster start to the school year. Lots of new tech to deploy, PD to develop not to mention new state standards to integrate and the likely hood of licensing changes. It is a lot to take in. But October is here and things tend to get into a rhythm and it is time to connect with others and indulge in some personal learning. I look forward to attending MassCUE our stated premier conference in technology and learning. I always learn something an connecting with others not only inspires but put things in perspective.
If you are in the area I highly recommend attending the conference, it is well worth the effort. As many of you know Pokemon Go was all the rage the last few weeks. It will be interesting to see how Niantic responds to this. As noted in the article about Pokemon revenue the game was beginning to lose players. I have had fun exploring a variety of tools and websites geared toward K-5 students. Other resources? Cool Cat Teacher Blog.