Instructional Technology/Utilizing Technology for Meaningful Learning The information provided in this section of the Instructional Technology Book is provided by students in the Master's of Education program at the University of Mary Washington. Students are in the Leadership in Educational Technology program and are working in conjunction with Dr. Teresa Coffman in the ITEC547 Special Topics course (Integrating Technology for Meaningful Learning) during the Fall 2008 semester. This chapter will investigate and explore the various theories and resources on technology tools and meaningful learning. The course also created classroom activities that explores the idea of technology and meaningful learning. Here is the page to help with formatting text Please feel free to add to our research and classroom activities to grow the wiki of meaningful learning! What is Meaningful Learning? Vision – What does meaningful learning look like? Elementary Leadership in Technology: IT Starts at the Top History
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Common Core Georgia Performance Standards Georgia has joined 44 other states, the District of Columbia (D.C.), and 2 territories, along with the Department of Defense Education Activity, in formally adopting a set of core standards for kindergarten through high school in English language arts, mathematics, and grades 6-12 literacy in science, history/social studies, and technical subjects. The CCGPS provide a consistent framework to prepare students for success in college and/or the 21st century workplace. These standards represent a common sense next step from the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS). What do CCGPS mean for Georgia? The CCGPS for English Language Arts, mathematics, and literacy in science, history/social studies, and technical subjects will ensure that all Georgia students have an equal access and opportunity to master the skills and knowledge needed for success beyond high school. CCGPS Online Professional Development Professional Learning Webinars Professional Learning Georgia Public Broadcasts
Essential Questions Examples of Essential Questions In schools, essential questions may offer the organizing focus for a single discussion, a month’s unit of study or a whole year’s exploration. Outside of school, of course, essential questions might challenge us for years. We may struggle with questions of a lifetime as well as questions of the day. We may have close and brief encounters with monumental issues or longstanding relationships with queries that dog us, defy us or delight us. In this section we will look at school examples that work well at four age levels: Primary Grades - Students from the age of 4 to 8. Primary Grades Questions about traits are especially powerful for this age group as young ones try to understand the world around them. What are the traits of a good fast food restaurant? Traits are at the heart of evaluation on Bloom’s Taxonomy - the skill of making wise choices based on criteria and evidence. Why do you suppose the rain falls down? Intermediate Grades Middle School High School
Active Learning | Infusion Level | Language Arts Objectives Students will learn to use Pages for publishing a magazine. Students will learn to use a shared file. Procedure Each student applies for and is offered a job at the magazine: Pre-AP CLASS. NETS Profiles for Technology Literate Students Use a variety of media and technology resources for directed and independent learning activities. Materials iPhoto Pages Word Scanner Digital Camera Projector and Laptop Grade Level: 6-8 Twenty Ideas for Engaging Projects The start of the school year offers an ideal time to introduce students to project-based learning. By starting with engaging projects, you'll grab their interest while establishing a solid foundation of important skills, such as knowing how to conduct research, engage experts, and collaborate with peers. In honor of Edutopia's 20th anniversary, here are 20 project ideas to get learning off to a good start. 1. Flat Stanley Refresh: Flat Stanley literacy projects are perennial favorites for inspiring students to communicate and connect, often across great distances. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. Please tell us about the projects you are planning for this school year.
21st Century Learning: A visit to the GA DOE Center for Classroom Innovation What does learning in a 21st century classroom look like? We had the opportunity to visit the Georgia Department of Education’s Center for Classroom Innovation. The room is setup with different spaces depending on the kinds of learning and collaboration taking place. The room also offers flexibility with some mobile furniture such as rolling chairs, rolling tables, and screens that divide the space into different learning areas. The spaces include: The room is also equipped with these technologies: Wireless internet with multiple access pointsDocument cameraXbox with KinnectLaptop cart3D projector w/3d glasses for a class2 Mondo boards (large touch screen computers) w/videoconferencing capabilitiesPlug and play connections to easily display content from any device You can view a slideshow of the room and find out more here. This visit began taking shape several weeks ago when we were invited to bring a class to the space to engage in a lesson and be filmed. In class, Mrs. Mr. Like this:
How teachers use social media in the classroom to beef up instruction While plenty of their parents might see using social media sites like Twitter, Facebook and blogs as a leisure time activity, students today know better: These days, those web portals can be some of the best places to find information on the subjects they’re covering in school. In fact, professors have been integrating these tools into their curriculum with positive results. Elizabeth Hilts, an adjunct professor at Fairfield University, is a fan of using a class blog for her freshman and advanced English classes. Dr. While there has been some backlash against using social media in schools (some have outlawed it because of the threat of bullying among students), more teachers are embracing these sites — which in turn also means that the function of the sites is less about pure socializing (where bullying can occur) and more about learning and topical discussion. Even Pinterest, the photo-sharing creative site, can be a boon for teachers. Related 21st-century classroom stories on MNN:
Creativity Contract - Luke Upchurch Portfolio Brainstorming Documentation: Brainstorming is a great past time of mine. Growing up I always used this type of tool to study and get ready for tests. It always helps me organize my brain and my thoughts. I researched brainstorming in the classroom and found a website that talks about it. Pandit, D. (2010, Sep 3). Self-Evaluation: Self Evaluation For Brainstorming Graded on a Scale From 1-4, 1 being incomplete, 4 being the best Creativity ------------------------------------------------------------------4 o Does this project show out-side-the-box thinking Accuracy of the Information --------------------------------4 o Is the information correct? Attractiveness------------------------------------------------------------4 o Is the project aesthetically pleasing? Looking Back------------------------------------------------------------4 o Does the project work and actually help student study and become successful in the classroom? Overall Grade: Puzzles and Gaming Pak, R. (2009). Mobile Applications Excel
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