Formative assessment began long before blended learning. But formative assessment is particularly in the spotlight now because it features so prominently in emerging blended learning programs.
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Some of the most popular tools that are revolutionizing the educational field and not only are the so called “collaborative learning tools”.
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First , believe in collaboration. After that the tools are easy. Delete the scoop?
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From double-decker learning buses to tree-top classrooms and eco-huts, this photo gallery explores how schools experiment with their learning spaces Delete the scoop?
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"Lately, there have been a bunch of buzzwords floating around the education world that all seem to mean the same thing. You’ve probably heard them: problem-based learning, project-based learning and inquiry-based learning. Is there a difference? How will you know which one to do in your classroom?" Via Beth Dichter, Adam Carron 
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May 14, 11:02 PM
Totally agree!!! The important word here is 'Learning'. Variety is the spice of life!! :)
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A study is making the rounds that details a few of the best ways to improve student achievement. It also touches on the least useful methods. Delete the scoop?
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On Monday I will begin my new job. As I've mentioned before, I will be working as a Technology Resource Specialist as well as teaching a couple of classes. As always, I am nervous and excited for t...
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At the risk of using the phrase 21st Century....some good ideas here. I like the idea of personal timelines using Dipity (from comments) Delete the scoop?
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The personal blog of Australian educator Chris Betcher, blogging about education, technology and ideas.
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Chris Betcher insists he is a horribly inefficient teacher, coming to this conclusion as he spends hours planning. Tongue firmly planted in cheek... Delete the scoop?
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We also realize there is a lot of mis-information about the Flipped Classroom and quite a bit of controversy about whether or not this is a viable instructional methodology. Delete the scoop?
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If you run a classroom, school, district, or country, you need to know how to properly integrate technology in education. This should help.
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Technology is often the elephant in the room. The more discussion that considers pedagogy first, the better the integration will happen. Delete the scoop?
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What are the stages of technology in learning, and how can these stages be used as a framework for improving learning? Delete the scoop?
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So what are the 8 characteristics of a 21st century teacher? Are they risk-takers, collaborators, and visionaries? Well, yes! Check out the image below to get a clearer picture.
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Does risk-taking mean changing the way you do things? Shocking. Does collaborating mean some other teachers need to work with you? Unbelievable. And often impossible. Perhaps being a visionary means negotiating the bumps in the road without coming to a complete halt. 
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April 18, 2:42 AM
Collaboration.....love it. Collaborate with your librarian you may be pleasantly surprised :)
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April 18, 2:44 AM
Librarians need to be aware of this. We are needed more now than ever! Collaberation is what we do!
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Founded in 1943, ASCD (formerly the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development) is an educational leadership organization dedicated to advancing best practices and policies for the success of each learner. Delete the scoop?
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"..teaching digital citizenship is like issuing a driver’s license.. Ultimately, the students were to realize that it was more than a matter of passing a test—just like driving a car, technology use is a privilege not a right." Delete the scoop?
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Getty By Thom Markham One overriding challenge is now coming to the fore in public consciousness: We need to reinvent just about everything.
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Ways to stimulate creativity and innovation, which is discouraged by our system of assessment. Delete the scoop?
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It's exam time and students are stressing about turning in papers on time. What's a teacher to do in terms of noticing student plagiarism?
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May 16, 2:33 AM
Thanks Deborah. It's great to highlight well known stars have been caught for plagiarism. It's good to have current examples.
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Sir Ken Robinson outlines 3 principles crucial for the human mind to flourish -- and how current education culture works against them. Via Amy Burns 
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May 13, 6:48 AM
So simple, yet so profound. Sir Ken Robinson delivers a clear message about why there are so many problems in education today. Delivered with humor and then a one-two punch. Worth watching! 
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May 14, 10:55 PM
Schools as culturally contradictory places, based on conformity. We give them "low-grade clerical work" and expect great things.
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May 13, 4:43 PM
I responded to this post some 18 months ago, but I still think it is worth reading along with all the comments. Delete the scoop?
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Need a refresher or introduction to Twitter? This visualization is packed full of useful tools, tips, and ideas - a solid guide to Twitter for beginners! Via SCIS Delete the scoop?
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As computers and other forms of technology filtered into the classroom, the ability to improve school communication via computer has become very important.
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Rethink communication in the school context with the ease of social media. Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Blogs. Delete the scoop?
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Edmodo is a social learning platform that allows teachers to post messages, discuss classroom topics, assign and grade classwork, and share content and mater... Via Derrick Senior
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It's Facebook for the classroom, with academic networking. Delete the scoop?
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Mary Beth Hertz (@mbteach on Twitter) is an elementary computer teacher in Philadelphia, PA and a regular blogger on Edutopia. You can read more of her work on her own blog at Philly-teacher. Delete the scoop?
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Finding the best education technology tools is a time-consuming task. It may even be viewed as a chore (for some). Not with this fabulous list, though!
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The paradox of choice...how do teachers know which tools to use? Here's a guide for some.
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April 29, 2:46 AM
Take a look and find the ones useful for you. Delete the scoop?
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"These cross-curriculular units spiral to address digital literacy and citizenship topics in an age appropriate way..." Delete the scoop?
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"Why do I need to teach movie making? Because you want students to create good content that they can share. Why do I need to teach how to search? Because you want students to have the skill of evaluating and analyzing." Via S. Lustenhouwer, Audrey Nay
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So well put. The case for seamless use of technology in learning. EVERY TEACHER SHOULD READ THIS. 
Julie Lindsay's curator insight,
April 9, 5:27 PM
Jeff Utecht is right on the mark with this blog post - I still find it hard to believe we continue to have to encourage people and remind people that this is the way forward. 
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April 14, 12:04 PM
We need to stay away from the verb teach and embrace the word learn.In doing so, we embrace our partnership with the students and become a learning community; these are the first steps in a true collaborative learning community. Embrace the fact that students have something to bring to the table to share. Delete the scoop?
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BYOD policies–Bring Your Own Device–allow schools to bring technology into the classroom with a “bottom-up” approach. Such an approach can save money, allow students to use their own devices, and encourage a student-centered approach to learning. Via Karen Bonanno 
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April 2, 6:41 PM
BYOD will play a significant role in inquiry based learning. 
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April 4, 1:27 PM
Making BYOD work will take everyone in the school community working together. The teacher librarian can take a leadership role in the Learning Commons Delete the scoop?
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