WebDocs: http://www.webdoc.com/documents/C4E00402-4630-0001-D6ED-2A40E46BC4F0. I created one in a few minutes. It is similar to Glogster, but I think it is easier to use.
05 August, 2011
New Tool for Students: Storybird
I just found a new tool for students--Storybird. Students create narrative short stories based on a visual and collaborate on the story with friends. I have not yet begun to use the tool, but you should check out the cool stories posted by students. I think the key here is "students" are the creators. I have not had time to explore, but it appears to cater to K-8.
A new literacy tool for a new generation
"Storybirds are short, art-inspired stories that are curiously fun to make, share, and read. Teachers love them because they inspire their most reluctant writers and readers and reward their most adventurous. Kids adore them because they feel empowered by the tools and supported by the social feedback."
03 August, 2011
Reflections on the International Summit on the Teaching Profession | LFA: Join The Conversation - Public School Insights
The key themes that emerged from the March 2011 international summitt on the teaching profession:
- In countries with high performing students as measured by the PISA tests, the teaching profession is held in high esteem and attracts the strongest students to its preparation programs.
- Conversely, those same countries support a highly selective process for identifying potential teachers and accepting them into teacher preparation programs.
- Once on the job, teachers in high performing countries are given an average of 15 hours/week to confer with colleagues, observe others’ classrooms, and participate in professional learning activities.
- In countries where students score well on international tests, teachers’ salaries are on par with engineers, doctors, and other professionals.
- In all the countries that participated in the summit, teachers are unionized.
Harvard Education Letter
I wanted to share this article that addresses blended learning as the newest trend. Students need interaction with other humans, which can be provided by mentors, coaches, other students, or parents. According to the article, only about 10% of learners benefit from virtual classrooms.
Harvard Education Letter
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