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Shift Your Classroom: Small Strategic Steps
For most of my teaching career, I’ve been a pretty traditional teacher (even now I slip back into that mode sometimes). However, as I went through the motions of trying to “teach” my students, something didn’t feel right. My students seemed to learn things only for the exam, were focused on the mark, not the learning that was supposed to be taking place. When the unit or semester was over, they dumped all their notes and assignments. Frustrating.
Q&A: ‘OK, Computer’ With Tom Vander Ark
The interview that follows addresses issues in the debate over refashioning the U.S. public school system through the adoption of new technologies. As with other American institutions widely perceived as failing or just getting by, the debate around K-12 public education has been increasingly shaped by considerations of technological innovation and the role of entrepreneurship and private-sector involvement.
Vinod Khosla Asks, ‘Will We Need Teachers Or Algorithms?’
Silicon Valley investor Vinod Khosla published "Will We Need Teachers Or Algorithms" on TechCrush this week, an article that argues we make poor use of teachers' and students' talents and training in the United States.
Blended STEM: LEGO Education Combines Discovery, Invention and Presentation
Boomers grew up with the colorful building bricks first developed by LEGO® in 1932. Decades of product extensions aimed at older youth created an extensive catalog of hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) exploration. In 1997, through a joint venture with science supplier Pitsco, Inc., LEGO Education formed to develop innovative K-12 learning solutions around a wide range of STEM skills.
Touching the education elephant
Here's a list of 10 interesting education-related experiences from the past week. I’m intentionally casting a wide net, but it’s all focused on innovations in learning. Blogging helps me make sense of what I’m experiencing. What’s your personal learning plan? How are you making sure you get multiple touches at the education elephant? How are you making sense of it all?
Festival Inspires Students in STEM Education and Careers
USA Science and Engineering Festival Expo and Book Fair, hosted by Lockheed Martin, takes place April 28-29, 2012 in Washington D.C. for high school and college students who are looking for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) career opportunities and inspiration.
Webinar: Discover How to Get Involved In Digital Learning Day
The Alliance for Excellent Education (Alliance) plans to host the webinar "Countdown to Digital Learning Day: District and School Perspectives," which will feature the power of digital learning at districts and how to participate in the first-ever Digital Learning Day, Wednesday, January 18, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST.
Principal Bill Crockett Gives an Inside Scoop On Connections Academy
This December, Bill Crockett, the Principal of the free, online school Capistrano Connections Academy in Southern California, spoke about the definition and benefits of a virtual school model on the TheLip.tv. His interview with Greg Matuskiewicz gives a detailed, inside scoop to online learning and Connections Education.
McGraw-Hill Education Expands Investment in Personalized Digital Learning
McGraw-Hill Education has affirmed its leadership in the area of personalized digital learning, a growing movement in education. Spurred by innovations in educational technology, personalized learning has the potential to elevate student performance to the level demanded by the global knowledge economy. McGraw-Hill is leading this evolution through the development of cutting-edge programs and technologies as well as its contributions to prominent ed tech discussions, like the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.
FLVS Students Outperform State Average In AP Courses
Despite late claims that online and blended learning students are underperforming, Florida Virtual School® (FLVS) students are excelling at meeting global expectations in learning. FLVS announced today that students enrolled in its 15 Advanced Placement® (AP) courses outperformed Florida state averages by 12 percent, equal to global averages.