Game-Based Learning
Below is a link to an article that was printed a year ago about what students learn in Game-Based Learning. I am still learning and following how Game-Based Learning is evolving and being used in education. If you are interested check out this article it references many of the leaders in this field including James Paul Gee.
http://www.utechtips.com/2010/01/22/games-what-exactly-are-kids-learning/
Math Videos to Inspire and Frighten
I must admit I did not watch the videos to frighten, but did watch the videos to inspire. If nothing else, watch the third video Teaching Math Without Words by Matthew Peterson. This may be something to further investigate! Please check it out!
http://www.fractuslearning.com/2012/01/10/6-math-videos-inspire-frighten/
Profile for Technology Literate Students
This week's example is from the Profiles for Technology Literate Students for grades K-2.
4. In a collaborative work group, use a variety of technologies to produce a digital presentation or product in a curriculum area. (1, 2, 6)
This profile can be seen in some of the projects Sue Strautz has done in her classroom this year using Prezi, Blabbercize, Animoto along with using tools such as a Flip Video camera and more! If you are looking for ideas that are happening in our schools stop in to see Sue or talk to your colleagues to find out what they are doing.
1. Creativity and Innovation
2. Communication and Collaboration
3. Research and Information Fluency
4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making
5. Digital Citizenship
6. Technology Operations and Concepts
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