Inquiry Learning in Action As a life-long educator, I have had experience and training in lots of different types of pedagogies. From direct instruction to arts-integration and technology infusion, I’ve tried lots of different methods to share knowledge and engage students in learning.…
In today’s constantly connected world of devices and apps, communication overload can become a habit that’s difficult to walk away from. Unplugging can seem like a daunting concept; personal boundaries and recharging sans plug give way to fear of missing out or not…
by Jessica Sanders Student collaboration teaches learners a valuable lesson: how to use the people around them as a resource. What’s more, it gives them a chance to share their voices, developing the opinions that will dictate the people they become as they…
Part II: The Technology and Nomenclature Behind Flipped Learning, and What’s Really Most Important Last week in Part I of this post we explored the popular topics of blended, hybrid, and flipped learning instruction and how, with mass-customized learning techniques, teachers can meet the needs…
Welcome to a two-part blog post which will explore the concepts of blended, hybrid, and flipped learning, the thought behind them, appropriate goals for implementing one of these formats, and the tools available to help with the transition to these environments. Part I:…
Last week we explored Common Sense Media, a wonderful website, and resource for teachers and parents which addresses many concerns and interests related to popular media. This week we’ll be exploring Graphite, a service (from Common Sense Media) that assists educators in finding quality technology…