3 STEPS TO 21ST CENTURY LEARNING
As I tried to make sense of the overwhelming amount of information from NECC, I decided to make a video, entitled 3 Steps, that explores my thoughts on teaching and learning in the 21st Century. I was inspired by the ideas of great presenters like David Warlick, Will Richardson, Andrew Zolli, and Mitchel Resnick and wanted to synthesize their insights with what I see as the current state of education in many schools.
Unfortunately, most teachers do not think they are ready for Web 2.0 and many schools are lacking professional development on how to improve 21st Century teaching and learning. The truth is most educators, administrators, and decision-makers are still stuck in the paradigm of 20th Century education. Here is my take on the three steps for making the leap into 21st Century learning:
In the coming days, I will post resources that correlate to each of the three steps described in the video. Please let me know what you think of my video, 3 Steps.
Wednesday, July 4, 2007
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Very nice video. Left me with a lot of questions. Will look forward to your next posts on this subject.
I agree with you, but submit that many schools do not allow e-mail for students and blogs, myspace etc. are restricted and off limits. So much for teaching children using the tools of the last century - Scraping one rock against another - chalk on a blackboard - and calling it advanced teaching theory.
John Brishcar
Jackie! Love the movie and the message. So completely on point. As a teacher in NJ, I not only agree with you, but, I am keenly interested to know how a fellow Garden State educator, inspired by NECC, might be implementing some of these very ideas in their own classroom come September.
So ... DISH! Are you already experimenting with collaborative tools and projects? Has your district opened up Web 2.0 tools? Do your students have email?
I too am planning, hoping, scheming for some transformational changes to our technology program, though I teach in K-4, we're in different worlds. You're a subject area teacher, I'm a special (technically known as a Life Skill.)
Here's the bottom line for me: I'd *LOVE* to see how you either have or plan to implement some of these ideas, or, how you've seen other NJ educators do so, and, ideally, and this is the Holy Grail, how these innovative approaches will ensure the kids learn what they need to know to a) cooperate and compete, and b) do well on our state-mandated tests. Isn't is NJPASS for you all in sixth grade?
Anyway, thanks for the inspiration, I can't wait to expend some perspiration in September trying some of these things on my own. I've got plans for Google Docs, Online Social Networking, and more. I'm trying to decide which fish to fry. Thanks for your help!
-kj-
Well done. There is still one key issue that gets in the way for even those whose schools will allow them to access the proper tools. That issue is how to ensure that students learn what they need to know to pass the state standardized tests. Here in CA, that is held above all else. I'm sure it is the same for most others as well.
I'm working on incorporating the 21st century learning ideas and the accompanying technology into my own classroom and working with others to do the same. I am convinced my students will obtain incredibly valuable skills and knowledge. BUT...if the bubble-format test doesn't show it, the opportunity to continue may be lost.
This is the fear that stops many of my colleagues from taking the leap.
Looking forward to future posts.
Superb stuff. well done. The support material you post in follow ups is very practical and achievable and ought to help many manage the transition.
I'll be coming back for more.
Thanks
mark
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