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Professional DevelopmentFor technology integration to happen, educators must be well versed in the tools and know what they can do and where best to use them. There are many ways for educators to learn and practice their technology skills, and we hope to provide examples as models. Sometimes tips are just the thing to get someone started, so this section will have tips and ideas to help educators use and integrate the tools. Lesson Plan: Civic DocumentariesStudents will choose an issue that impacts them personally, the school, or their community to document in a short movie. Students will interview individuals on both sides of the issue, integrate video clips, create the documentary, and write a reflection detailing the learning process. Professional Development: 21st Century ModelsNever before has the pressure been so high to find ways to support successful teaching and learning through effective professional development. With the U.S. 21st Century Educators
We have heard a lot about 21st Century Learners. But what about 21st Century Teachers? What are the characteristics we would expect to see in 21st Century Educators?
Lesson Plan: Animal Kingdom Digital EncyclopediaStudents create web pages to communicate information demonstrating their understanding of an academic concept.
Introduction to Digital VideoHave you seen the high quality videos that students are producing? They rival the skill of the pros at film festivals even though they are amateurs without funding. The tools are so sophisticated now that anyone can do it. Here's how to get started.
Latest News in Digital Learning Beyond the basics, students will need 21st century competencies to survive and thrive in the future. They will have to know how to think critically, apply knowledge to new situations, analyze information, understand new ideas, communicate effectively, collaborate, solve problems, and make decisions. School districts are looking for ways to help students acquire these new skills while they also address NCLB mandates. This 21st Century Connections site links students, teachers and administrators to the latest resources, creative tools and educational leaders behind digital learning. Provided by Lenovo, Adobe, Intel and Futurekids, the site is hosted by Technology & Learning, NewBay Media. Visit our other sites: |
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Read these articles to make sure you're in the know about the latest ideas and activities for learning in the 21st Century. Students, teachers, and districts are already reaping the benefits of 21st Century learning. Read how digital learning and one-to-one computing are making a difference. EDITOR'S PICK 21st Century Connections Presents the Winners from the “Be a Video All-Star” Contest
How important is technology to today’s 21st century student? The winning videos from K-12 students showcase why digital learning tools are crucial to schools and curriculum.
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Latest News in Digital Learning Check out these tips and techniques to help those in your school district stay ahead of the curve with technology integration. This library of resources offers data, research, and thought leadership from Lenovo, Intel, Adobe, and Futurekids. Join us each month in a new conversation about a key issue in 21st Century Learning. Testimonial “Our teachers and students are raving about the ThinkPad Tablets from Lenovo in their classrooms. Classroom instruction and student learning have been revolutionized with this one cool machine. I am impressed with the increased level of interaction and enthusiasm this technology has created.” Theo Wilkes Coonrod, Head of Saint Mary's School
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launch of a one-to-one tablet program for the last 1-3 years depending on how you define the start date which for some is when we renewed the discussion and for some is when the board said yes.
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