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Tech tools that assist all students to be independent learners & teachers to become better teachers
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8 Things to Look For in Today's Classroom

8 Things to Look For in Today's Classroom | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
As I think that leaders should be able to describe what they are looking for in schools I have thought of eight things that I really want to see in today's classroom.  I really believe that classro...
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Although this was posted in 2013, the ideas of what we should look for in our classroom are still relevant. George Couros provides an image (as seen above) as well as more detailed explanations for each suggestion. Ask yourself if your learners have these options in your classroom.

1. Voice - the ability to learn from others and share their learning.

2. Choice - about how they learn and what they learn.

3. Time for reflection  (often overlooked in our very busy classrooms).

4. Opportunities for innovation

5. Critical thinkers - asking the questions and challenging what they see, respectfully.

6. Problem solvers/finders - what is a problem the learners see? How would they solve the problem?

7. Self-assessment - do your learners assess themselves or do you do the assessment? What would happen if they were given this opportunity?

8. Connected learning - bringing in experts from your community or further afield (perhaps by using Skype).

The post is worth reading as he provides additional insights to each area. In addition he provides one more piece that is also critical in your classroom. Click through to the post to learn more.

Kathy Lynch's curator insight, June 24, 2015 11:13 AM

Thx Beth Dichter

Ajo Monzó's curator insight, June 25, 2015 2:36 AM

Clear and easy to understand!

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Connected Learning

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There a lot of great resources out there about connected learning. Pulling it all together, here's a quick overview. ~Mia
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This infographic provides a great look at connected learning. Learn about connected learning as a way to engage students and values involved with using it. Short and sweet!

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What Connected Learning Truly Promotes Might Surprise You

What Connected Learning Truly Promotes Might Surprise You | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

"Continuing to teach in the stretching shadow of technology while only dealing with it through glimpses and gimmick is an awkward arrogance we may be dealing with for some time to come. But while education bickers on about how to best educate children, those children are making powerful moves–sometimes intentionally, sometimes as thoughtless, drifting trends–to fully reinvent the way human beings connect."

Beth Dichter's insight:

When you think of technology do you think of connected learning? Do you consider how you can use the Internet? Have you considered what the word Internet means: "inter, meaning connected, and net, as in network, visualizing multiple connectors and connectees."

Many of our students have access to the Internet, and they use that access outside of school. How? They communicate, text messaging, twitter, video and more. 

This post explores what may happen as more and more students connect using social media. After exploring acces the post moves on to discuss how technology impacts "peer performance" (and assessment). Technology provides tools that allows students to curate and critique performance.

The final section explores how this common experience has the potential to impact learners, in "visible and invisible ways."

Nikolaus Wood's curator insight, May 24, 2013 12:50 PM

Business in terms of infomation technology is interesting. When education comes into the picture it becomes important to make sure that the product is actually useable for the students and that it can be used in a way that will benifite not only the students but also the teachers.

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Ten Tech Commandments for Connected Learners » Online Universities

Ten Tech Commandments for Connected Learners » Online Universities | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
The original Ten Commandments that most people are at least passingly familiar with represent rules for how Jews and Christians should conduct their lives. 

Fractus Learning published 'The 10 (EdTech) Commandments' in July, and OnlineUniversities has taken their thoughts and focused them on online learning, specficially "a handy guide for the successful connected learner in the digital age." For more information and expanations of the 10 Commandments please read the post...and as a teaser here are the first two:

* Thou Shalt Not Be Afraid

* Thou Shalt Get Thy Hands Dirty

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Connected Learning Manifesto - Add to a Statement on the What, Who and Why

Connected Learning Manifesto - Add to a Statement on the What, Who and Why | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

What is Connected Learning? Powerful Learning Practice has created a manifesto, "a collaborative statement on connected learning - what is is? What do we believe about it? Who is a connected learner? Why is it important?"

Add your voice to the dialogue by visiting this site.

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“We Came to Play”: Lessons on Connected Learning and Creativity from Caine’s Arcade | Spotlight on Digital Media and Learning

“We Came to Play”: Lessons on Connected Learning and Creativity from Caine’s Arcade | Spotlight on Digital Media and Learning | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

Spotlight on Digital Media and Learning has this wonderful article that tells us the story behind Caine's Arcade. It turns out that a filmmaker, Nirvan Mullick, stopped by his father's store looking for a part for his car and became Caine's "first - and only - paying customer. Mullick is also a "digital strategist" for social good campaigns. He was determined to "create a memorable day for Caine" and used Facebook to "invite everyone" to visit on a Sunday afternoon. Read this article to learn much more about the experience and discover what has happened and how folks feel, as well as a wide range of resources. 

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The Future of Learning and Teaching: It's Time for 'Audacious Goals' | DMLcentral

The Future of Learning and Teaching: It's Time for 'Audacious Goals' | DMLcentral | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

In an impassioned call to action, Diana Rhoten kicked off the 2012 Digital Media and Learning conference by suggesting that education will never see its long-overdue renaissance without "audacious goals." ... spoke of the urgent need for researchers, practitioners, teachers, educators, technologists, as well as entrepreneurs and investors, to join together in the cause of a learning revolution. Without "audacious goals" and a diverse community willing to come together at this historic moment of convergence, most would-be education reformers will probably "die trying," Rhoten said.

You may also listen to her talk.

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Connected Learning

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Are you interested in learning more about Connected Learning? Check out this website for more information. The site discusses what is connected learning, sponsors a weekly webinar, has case studies and much more.

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Why We Need a 4th R: Reading, wRiting, aRithmetic, algoRithms | DMLcentral

Why We Need a 4th R: Reading, wRiting, aRithmetic, algoRithms | DMLcentral | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

When Frederick J. Kelly invented the Kansas Silent Reading Test, now known as the “multiple-choice test” or the “bubble test,” he was looking for an efficient way to pass students through the U.S. public education system during the teacher shortage of 1914…But our world changed in April 1993 when the Mosaic 1.0 browser was released to the general public. We need new forms of education. We need to reform our learning institutions, concepts, and modes of assessment for our age.

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6 Design Principles Of Connected Learning

6 Design Principles Of Connected Learning | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

What is possible in a learning environment today? One idea you  might want to explore is Connected Learning.  "CLA is on our short list of thought leaders that help push us to think about how education is changing in a modern world, which is why we’ve shared some of their models in the past, including their iconic Connected Learning model. Recently, we also discovered that they’ve shared the design principles of that model, along with a description of each."

Beth Dichter's insight:

Connected Learning looks at digital technology and how we can use it to aide our learners. The image above shows their learning principles and design principles. There are three of each.

Learning Principles:

* Interest Powered

* Peer-Supported

* Academically Oriented

Design Principles:

* Production-Centered

* Openly  Networked

* Shared Purpose

Connected Learning provides opportunities for students "to experience learning that is social, participatory, interest-driven and relevant to the opportunities of our time."

You will find additional information on the Learning and Design Principles as well as a short video in the post.

Tony Guzman's curator insight, December 30, 2014 10:59 AM

This article shares the Connected Learning model and its principles for learning and how to design your course to follow the model. Anyone using this already?

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The Power of the Educational Infographic

The Power of the Educational Infographic | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
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Have you had people ask you why you choose to use infographics in your classroom? This presentation is by Mia MacMeekin, who has created many great infographics (some of which have been posted on this Sccop.it). The best way to access this is in PDF format. This file is quite large so here is a direct link to it: http://anethicalisland.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/rscon-presentation-22.pdf

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Schools are doing Education 1.0; talking about doing Education 2.0; when they should be planning Education 3.0

Schools are doing Education 1.0; talking about doing Education 2.0; when they should be planning Education 3.0 | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

"Schools are doing Education 1.0; talking about doing Education 2.0; when they should be planning and implementing Education 3.0. This post seeks to to compare the developments of the Internet-Web to those of education."

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Gerstein provides an interesting look at where education is and where education is going. She provides a look at research that shows that schools are "living within and functioning through an Education 1.0 model." She quotes an article that states "Essentialists argue that classrooms should be teacher-oriented. The teachers or administrators decide what is most important for the students to learn with little regard to the student interests. The teachers also focus on achievement test scores as a means of evaluating progress."

So what defines Education 2.0? "Education 2.0 includes more interaction between the teacher and student; student to student; and student to content/expert."

Education 3.0 moves us into a new direction, one that we are beginning to see. Content is free (think open educational resources) and readily available, It is more self-directed with a focus on creativity, problem solving and innovation.

As always there is a wealth of resources available in the post.

Betsy Eubanks's curator insight, March 23, 2013 10:39 AM

Excellent content, although evaluative testing issue remains unaddressed.

claudine pierron's curator insight, April 17, 2013 3:10 AM

Le changement phénoménal de la technologie provoque de nouvelles transformations au sein de l'éducation. Éducation 3.0 arrive avec toutes les répercussions sur "savoir apprendre " comment apprendre"

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From Theory to Design: Exploring the Power & Potential of ‘Connected Learning’, Part One | The Young and the Digital

From Theory to Design: Exploring the Power & Potential of ‘Connected Learning’, Part One | The Young and the Digital | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

This post shares an experience in the Texas City High School and the implementation of a "digital media an design project with high school students." The author had worked with the school during the school year and observed many challenges including "the daunting and daily task of keeping students academically engaged; the corrosive effects of chronic absenteeism in the classroom; the impact of economic and familial instability on students, teachers, and schools; and the creative ways youth from poorly resourced schools and households are using digital media."

They set to work with a goal: "could we work with teachers and students to create a more dynamic learning environment?"

Read the article to see the project that was developed and what they have learned.

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Why Critical Design Literacy is Needed Now More Than Ever | DMLcentral

Why Critical Design Literacy is Needed Now More Than Ever | DMLcentral | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

So what is critical design literacy and why is it needed? This article states "Critical design literacy applies the protocols of design thinking to practice social innovations that lead to social transformation. In the learning environments that we will pilot we want students to become literate in critical thinking and critical designing. The former encourages students to look at their community through an inquisitive lens while the latter encourages students to design for community impact."

Points on how to practice digital literacy, a look at how to redesign K-12 environments and designing for equity are also discussed. 

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A Collaborative Guide to Best Digital Learning Practices for K-12 | DMLcentral

A Collaborative Guide to Best Digital Learning Practices for K-12 | DMLcentral | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

Quoting from the post: "The Ethics and Responsibilities of the 21st Century Classroom: A Collaborative Guide to Best Digital Learning Practices for K-12 Teachers and Administrators

PREAMBLE: Tools aren’t teachers, they aren’t students, and they aren’t magic.

We need to know the limits and possibilities of our twenty-first century tools and the role of teachers and administrators in ethically and responsibly using digital media to enhance and foster learning."

This is a "public, participatory document" and folks are invited to add their ideas and concerns. Some of the other areas addressed include: teacher training and time for collaboration, administrators taking the lead with digital technology and encouraging high quality student input and output. 

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The Essence of Connected Learning

We are living in a historical moment of transformation and realignment in the creation and sharing of knowledge, in social, political and economic life, and in global connectedness. There is wide agreement that we need new models of education suited to this historic moment, and not simply new models of schooling, but entirely new visions of learning better suited to the increasing complexity, connectivity, and velocity of our new knowledge society...for more info go to http://connectedlearning.tv

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Connected Learning: A New Research-Driven Initiative

Connected Learning: A New Research-Driven Initiative | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

Connected Learning, a new research-driven initiative, was introduced at the Digital Media and Learning Conference 2012.
We see a growing gap between the learning mediums with which young people engage in-school and out-of-school. New social media enables young people to have greater choice and autonomy in pursuing their interests—whether academic, creative, or social—in domains outside of formal learning institutions...

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