Principal Eric Sheninger and educator Juliana Meehan discussed the evolving model of their Independent OpenCourseWare Studies (IOCS) program, which was implemented this year at New Milford High School. Eric and Juliana shared how their program has paved the way for their high school students to choose from a dizzying array of OpenCourseWare offered by the country’s best universities – MIT, Harvard, Yale, University of California at Berkeley, Stanford, and many… read more →
Infographics are becoming one of the most commonly used methods of conveying information. They can be used to display data, trends, ideas, and much more. Presenter Kathy Schrock shared tips and tricks for using student-created infographics as a form of assessment in this months PD in Action webinar. The presentation showcased how infographics are created and concentrate on the student literacy skills necessary to research, critique, summarize, and communicate information… read more →
Imagine a school district where personalized language-learning enables elementary students to learn Spanish and Mandarin. Envision school buildings where anyone, including teachers, paraprofessionals and cafeteria staff, can experience learning a new language; and students benefit by engaging in conversations with native adult speakers in a variety of school settings. This is the environment West Linn-Wilsonville School District administrators created to develop 21st century skills that embrace understanding languages and world… read more →
How do you make independent learning work in the classroom? How do you accomplish a flipped classroom without giving out homework, and what is a “3 Ring Circus of Learning?” Find out in this month’s Flipped Learning webinar “Flipped Learning Primer Part II: Flipped-Mastery Learning” Session Description Flipped Learning Network’s Jonathan Bergmann and Aaron Sams will show you how to implement a flipped-mastery classroom that marries modern technology with inquiry- or… read more →
eBooks, eContent, and eReaders, oh my! With so many e’s it can be hard to tell one from the other. In this month’s Emerging Tech webinar presenter Michelle Luhtala explored and explained the various formats of digital content. During the hour long session Michelle discussed what to consider when selecting a format and an effective plan for transitioning to digital content. Chris Harris, author of the Infomancy blog, and Coordinator… read more →
edWebers were “twitterpated” with this month’s TechTools webinar presented by Shannon Holden. In this lively session all about Twitter for teachers, participants learned how to effectively develop their skills and careers in 140 characters or less. The hour long session was full of great ideas and suggestions for any twitter user. Veterans and newbies alike conversed eagerly as Shannon shared tips and tricks for creating an account, getting yourself noticed, and using twitter for lesson plans and student collaboration.… read more →
Presented by Dr. Daniel Gallagher, Assistant Superintendent of the Bound Brook School District in New Jersey Sponsored by NASSP, NAESP, and School Leadership Briefing About this Session As educators, we desire to personalize education for a new generation in a global world – teaching students 21st century skills to empower them in their learning is the paramount task for great educators. A misconception of 21st Century Skills is the incorporation of technology into learning,… read more →
Presented by Kathy Schrock, retired Director of Technology, current professor, writer, and speaker Sponsored by Follett Software Company Creating a personal learning network is a practical, professional, and pedagogical way to collaborate and learn. You can use your PLN to learn from others, ask for help on any topic, and contribute your ideas and thoughts. Come learn what a personal learning network is, why you would want to participate in one, and… read more →
Presented by LaDawna Harrington, School Library Media Specialist, Millburn High School in New Jersey. Sponsored by Library Media Connection How do we create an environment of inquiry? Perhaps by walking alongside our students as they process through their information seeking, much as a mentor would accompany an apprentice? Learn how to help students through the information search process using a research model that provides a step-by-step process for guiding the… read more →