~Making Knowledge Visible~

OCTOBER 2008

Learning SciencesEpisode 1-Using Technology Tools

I-MovieA powerful way to learn!

• Multiple learning styles•Individual strengths •Struggling students

Endangered mammals by Keiondra and Kye’Dashia…

World Wide WebDevelopment of critical thinking

skills.

•Achievement in content area learning•Higher-order thinking and problem solving

skill development•Workforce preparation

Markayla learned about Marian Anderson…

WebquestTransformation of newly acquired

information.

• Scaffolded Learning Structure

• Essential Internet Resources

• Authentic Tasks• Open-ended questions• Individual expertise

• Transformative group process

Elijah the pioneer writer…

AppleworksWord-processing at its best

• Fun and creative• Students publish work• Writing process

A Stormy Night by Elijah

Podcast

A new way to inspire learning.•Ideal tool

•Creative expression of knowledge•Explore and discover educational content

•Takes students beyond traditional assignments to share knowledge

•21st century communication skills

Story Spine produced by Jaquantis…

I-Pod + italk microphoneActively engaged and independent

• Record self and other people • Practice speaking and listening skills

• Keep an oral diary• Read into the iPod• Create podcasts

Technology Stations a collaborative effort…

I-PhotoVisual Imagery

•Excite and motivate•Deep understanding•Effective tool

Markayla and familyDigital Scavenger Hunters…

Conclusion

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• Allow students to extend what they can do in the classroom

•Powerful cognitive tool

•Foster inquiry and student learning

Build connections…form deeper understanding… form richer understanding