Monthly Archives: March 2013

Trying some new ideas with 21st teaching–I have invited about 30-35 students in during lunchtime–yes–eating in the library to hear me read a book called, Capture the Flag.  It is a cute mystery perfect for this age group. What I … Continue reading →

12 March 2013 This week we met in Bb Collaborate with instructor Cary Harrod and a guest, an elementary teacher from Forest Hills School District. We toured how to use the sight.  We talked about 21st shift in teaching and … Continue reading →

As a result of being involved in this class I have decided with a colleague to do a PD on Twitter.  We planned it and then implemented it. I read many article about using Twitter in Education.  I have made … Continue reading →

“Teaching in Social and Technological Networks.” Connectivism. This article is focusing on the shift that has to occur in the 21st century. “Teachercontrol is replaced with influence and instead of controlling a classroom a teacher now influences or shapes a … Continue reading →

Delisio, Ellen R.  “Developing Differentiated Roles for Effective Teachers.” Forming Assessment Through Technology. Vol. 52, number 2.  Feb. 2010. Web. 17 March 2013. This was an article that Cary recommended.  In summary this article focus was how to keep talented … Continue reading →

More on Teacher Role in 21st Century Hara, Billie. “Learning-Centered Pedagogy.” ProfHacker. The Chronicle of Higher Education. 24 June 2010.  Web. 17 March 2013. June 24, 2010 By Billie Hara Teacher Centered—is the style of learning/teaching that is 20th Century. … Continue reading →

Benefits of Technology Use I am changing the way I teach, because of the things I am able to do. ·         Fosters collegial work ·         Overcome isolation Technology Rich Schools ·         Improved achievement ·         High test scores ·         Improved student … Continue reading →

Notes for Class The Life of a Literacy Coach Hanson, Liz. “The Life Of A Literacy Coach.” Educational Leadership 69.2 (2011): 78. Middle Search Plus. Web. 10 Mar. 2013. Coaching: Allows for year long PD Demonstrate a lesson Bounce Ideas … Continue reading →

Class 3 Face to Face 1.5 hours This class met at one of the elementary school’s workroom.  I did not like the physical space–circle tables grouped together–hard to share and I like using the lcd/screen to share with. This classed … Continue reading →