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Social media is controversial. It generally has a bad reputation and can stir up many passionate opinions, mostly negative. The idea of introducing sites such as YouTube and Twitter into the primary classroom is, for some, unthinkable. Indeed, there are dangers associated with social media and we must be cautious and aware. However, I have… 
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Children who decide for themselves how to spend their time have more highly-developed executive function, according to a study.
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This is the fifth installment of the #hierarchyseries. You can find the first post here. The purpose of the Hierarchy of Needs for Innovation and Divergent Thinking is to give a more concrete look …
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Lessons learned from over 10 years of sustaining a school model that goes against the grain of traditional education.
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This page provides resources for a workshop I’m giving about Critical Citizenship. My article on critical citizenship; and my article on digital citizenship as empathy and social justice… Via Ana Cristina Pratas
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From nose to knee and red to round, the sounds humans use to construct basic words are similar around the world
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I've been asking the question: What makes a good teacher great? for 24 years. I have collected 26,000 responses from 8 different schools and patterns hav Via Ana Cristina Pratas
Ivon Prefontaine, PhD's curator insight,
June 6, 2017 1:04 PM
Humility is essential in teaching. Ultimately, I made mistakes and fretting over them was a bigger mistake. Something as simple as eating a lunch with them each day brought me closer to my students.
What do teachers think about this question? I would ask them too. It is not that good teachers do not want to hear from their students. I think they do not know how to engage their students in dialogue. They might even be constrained by the very traditions of teaching.
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Want to blow your students' minds with some hard-hitting critical thinking exercises? Try out the ones we've got for you here.
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LAST week's post on "guys" inspired some thoughts on the tricky landscape of gendered language. I mused that feminism and social solidarity between young men and women had made it a badge of honor for women to be addressed as "dude" or "you guys".
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Find out what books made this educator's list and add your own essential reads.
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Oral communication skills are often overlooked in school in favor of math, reading and writing. But this London school has put it front and center with amazing Via Tasha Cowdy
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Download past episodes or subscribe to future episodes of The 1-3-20 Podcast by Daniel Pink and HubSpot for free.
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As I have done a lot of work with school administrators on why they should be using social media and some practical ways to use it within their schools, I wanted to compile some articles together t…
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Checking for understanding is good for both students and teachers. We’ve rounded up a variety of digital tools to help you do it.
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To simplify the notion of innovation, it is something that is both new (either invention or iteration) and better. Innovation is not about the “stuff”, but about a way of thinking. For example, it …
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Steven W. Anderson believes that the technology is simply a delivery tool for curriculum and pedagogy and should not be the centerpiece of a child's education. Via Ana Cristina Pratas
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In this video I explain systems thinking in organisations and Holonomics using a Hoberman Sphere
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Free pattern backgrounds that you can create yourself in PowerPoint. Use geometric pattern background and abstract pattern backgrounds for amazing designs! Via Ana Cristina Pratas
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International speaker and freelance blogger Timmy Sullivan shares his perspective on the major differences between teachers and educators and the impact a Via Ana Cristina Pratas
Ivon Prefontaine, PhD's curator insight,
June 6, 2017 1:12 PM
Educating is broader than teaching, at least in a formal way. Dewey described school as a place for formal education and education is living.
I would go further and say education is not always highly structured. It can happen without guidance for elders and can be peer related. That does not mean teaching is irrevelant in a formal setting. It is essential. It is relational. I don't disagree with the premise that being a teacher does not mean one is an educator. I get his point that an educator is something more than just being a teacher.
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My students need Ozobots, Makey-Makey, littleBits, and Bloxels to work on coding. My class is excited to learn new things. They come to school each day ready for new and exciting challenges. I have 24 students that are enjoying learning with technology this year Via Jon Samuelson
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Diana Rendina writes: "School libraries are starting makerspaces all over the world. It’s an exciting time in education as we rediscover the power of creativity. But many schools rush to start makerspaces so quickly that they neglect building the maker culture. Developing a maker culture is a lot like developing a love of reading, it takes time and persistence and it’s totally worth it. Here’s a few ways that you can work to cultivate a love of making and creativity in your students." Via Mary Reilley Clark
Mary Reilley Clark's curator insight,
March 20, 2017 1:42 PM
I know Diana's library is an incredible example of a makerspace, but that just didn't work for us. We are going to bring back a simpler, more focused version once our remodel is complete. Our high school librarian has set up a monthly maker corner that has been very successful. Projects that can be completed in a lunch period or that allow for collaborative work will be our goal. Diana's tips will help keep us from getting overwhelmed and keep the focus on making! 
Sandra Sawyer McLeroy's curator insight,
May 20, 2017 12:21 PM
Good ideas for creating a maker culture in your library and school.
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Pippa Davies @PippaDavies 's curator insight,
November 2, 2016 11:48 AM
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