TRC Book Discussion '10
TRC Book Discussion 2010
Preparing Today's Students for Tomorrow's World
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Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 7 - Privacy, Permission, and Protection' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
1) What is the student/laptop ratio in your work environment and how do you maximize the use of the technology resources?
Our TRC grant was for a 2:1 laptop initiative. We also have 2:1 itouch pods as well. During the day we use the laptops during…
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 7 - Privacy, Permission, and Protection' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
I too felt these quotes in the book gave validity to the idea of 1:1. . . how lucky you were to adjust your grant to 1:1!
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 7 - Privacy, Permission, and Protection' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
I like that driver/passenger idea- think I will use that with my students. We have a 1:2 initiative. I like that it gives both students responsibility while using the technology.
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 5 - Strategic Leadership' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
1) What environments promote the best learning opportunities for professional development (virtual, face-to-face, blended) and what are characteristics of the group promote rich learning experiences?
2) Do you participate in Professional Learning…
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 4 - Instructional Strategies for T&L with Technology' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
2) Share an idea or real world example of using ePals in the classroom.
I have not used ePals in the classroom yet but we are in the midst of setting up ePal accounts for our students in the TRC grant classrooms this month. Our intent is similar to…
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 4 - Instructional Strategies for T&L with Technology' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
I think this is a great idea for connecting with the older generation. . . It seems it is a somewhat safe environment to create pen pals via the epals. I also think it is really a stimulating project for seniors as well. Maybe a motivator for both…
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 3 - Tools for Collaboration, Communication, and Creation...and Some Others, Too!' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
1) Share a powerful teaching example using one of the tools from the chapter.
I have used Wikis in my classroom (third grade) for a couple of years. I like using the wiki to supply information for students and parents. I list the activites for each…
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 3 - Tools for Collaboration, Communication, and Creation...and Some Others, Too!' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
They did do a great job. . . my class loved coming in and joining. Their presentations were so natural and "well done". It was a great experience. In fact, my students want to create some more virtual museums!
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 3 - Tools for Collaboration, Communication, and Creation...and Some Others, Too!' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
I love Skype! Actually I have used it for a few years for personal use- My class has visited with my daughter who is living in Japan. The kids love to visit and they created their own questions to learn about her area. It was a great experience- I…
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 3 - Tools for Collaboration, Communication, and Creation...and Some Others, Too!' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
I am excited to start using epals with our student. . . Our goal is to get students going on this in a month or so. I wondered what others thought of this. . . how are your students using it?
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 2: The Digital Information Age - Who Are Our Students and Teachers' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
Agree. .. this last week the kids worked on a project with Keynote. The kids loved collaborating and I agree they are oblivious to the learning- because they are so engrossed! Their creativity is amazing and it is so much fun to see their…
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 2: The Digital Information Age - Who Are Our Students and Teachers' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
1. What are some leadership strategies that bring positive results in your school environment?
I found the discussion in the book about leadership really interesting. We have had total support from our principal with the TRC grant this year. I was…
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 1 - Leading 21st Century Schools: What School Leaders Need to Know' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
Week 1
1. How do I relate to the changes and challenges discussed?
The challenge of teaching with technology for teachers is the knowledge and use of these tools as well as the time factor. Knowledge and use will not ensure the integration…
Deborah Bantam replied to Melanie Farmer's discussion 'Week 1 - Leading 21st Century Schools: What School Leaders Need to Know' in the group TRC Book Discussion '10
Your response Tish, sounds so much the same as the vision I see for 21c schools. The key ingredient here is the administration factor. The administration support is essential as well as their utilization of the same tools! Their example for creating…
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- At 8:39pm on May 13, 2009,
Jana Craig Hare said…
- WhooHoo, Deborah! Welcome aboard! I'm so excited to have you on the TRC Team!
- At 12:06am on May 14, 2009,
Amber Rowland said… - Welome to the TRC family Deborah!
- At 4:57pm on May 18, 2009,
Kimberly Herron said… - definitely iTouches! can do the iPod plus so much more!
- At 4:59pm on May 18, 2009,
Kimberly Herron said…
- Congrats on the TRC grant! It is an awesome experience and a blessing to have a classroom where education can truly become universal reaching all student learning styles! I can't wait to see what all you do with it!!!
- At 3:49pm on August 25, 2009,
Kimberly Herron said…
- Definitely iTouches. So many applications (like a mini computer really) that are VERY usable in the classroom.
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