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Tech tools that assist all students to be independent learners & teachers to become better teachers
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The Heart of Innovation: 20 Qualities of an Innovator

The Heart of Innovation: 20 Qualities of an Innovator | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it
Creativity, Innovation, Team Building, Leadership, Brainstorming, Idea Champions...
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Sir Ken Robinson - Leading a Learning Revolution

Sir Ken Robinson provides the closing statement for the LWF 12 conference under the theme "leading a learning revolution". Reforms are required for our indus...
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6 Quick Ways Teachers Can Be Hip | Edudemic

6 Quick Ways Teachers Can Be Hip | Edudemic | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

In an effort to keep all teachers pursuing the best possible ways to integrate education and technology, we thought it might be good to take another look at ways teachers can be hip. By ‘hip’ I simply mean that a teacher is aware of trends and actively engaging to stay on top of what his or her students need. From cutting-edge education technology to simply being aware of new Apple products, it’s important for teachers to be hip.

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Eleven skills kids* need to learn ASAP.

Eleven skills kids* need to learn ASAP. | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

I recently saw an article in eSchool news outlining the "Ten Skills Every Student Should Learn" According to the article, they are:
Read
Type
Write
Communicate effectively, and with respeect...

 

But what about "attributes that help kids at any level." These are skills I think kids need to learn as soon as possible, at whatever age or grade that happens. Most will be gradual, requiring parental, educational, and community support. These may take the entire village:

1. Learn to be flexible...

2. Learn to see differences as opportunities.
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Wouldn't It Be Cool If...A Contest for Ages 10 -15

Wouldn't It Be Cool If...A Contest for Ages 10 -15 | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

Dream up the coolest thing to make your life more awesome. Finalists will pitch their idea in person to will.i.am and other special guests. One lucky winner will see their idea come to life with support from a lead design and innovation agency. You may enter in teams of up to three or individually. Entries due by March 28, 2012. 

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