Wednesday, May 8, 2013

If This Then That

If This Then That is a cool site that allows you to put the internet to work for you so that "If this" happens...."Then That" should happen.  For example, if I get an email with this subject, then put the information into a specific document.  Watch this video to get more information about If This Then That:

Friday, April 26, 2013

Common Core testing will require digital literacy skills

eSchool News had an article about Common Core testing where students will need to have digital literacy skills to use when taking the online tests. I thought this was an interesting article-Common Core testing will require digital literacy skills.

Technology Integration Research Review | Edutopia

 Technology Integration Research Review | Edutopia

Case Study of a Public School Turnaround | Edutopia

"Once the eighth lowest-performing middle school in the state, Cochrane Collegiate Academy reversed course and is swiftly raising student achievement by investing in research-based teaching strategies, enhancing teacher excellence, and fostering strong relationships."

This site has a lot of good videos to view.

Case Study of a Public School Turnaround | Edutopia

Project-Based Learning Research: Evidence-Based Components of Success | Edutopia

Project-Based Learning Research: Evidence-Based Components of Success | Edutopia

Common Core Big Idea Series 1: A New Blueprint | Edutopia

Common Core Big Idea Series 1: A New Blueprint | Edutopia

How to Create Social Media Guidelines for Your School | Edutopia

How to Create Social Media Guidelines for Your School | Edutopia

Collaborative Learning Builds Deeper Understanding | Edutopia

"By working together on problem sets in math and sharing their interpretations of literature in roundtable discussions in English, students at The College Preparatory School in Oakland, California, are making collaboration the driving force in their learning."

Collaborative Learning Builds Deeper Understanding | Edutopia

DIY Professional Development: Edutopia

Edutopia put together the best resources for DIY Professional Development.  
DIY Professional Development: Resource Roundup | Edutopia

What we're learning from online education by Daphne Koller

21st Century Skills: What do they look like?