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Last week, I had the privilege of working with educators from the Dayton area through Communicate Institute in conjunction with Walsh University. The class is titled "The Future of Learning and Technology." The course covers many concepts such as classroom design, technology in the next 50 years and implementing technology within a classroom setting. The focus of this class is a passion of mine as I see firsthand the difference technology can make in the lives of students. There are many aspects of this course that spark interest and motivation, but my favorite activity has to be the opportunity to put technology in the hands of educators. One of the days we focused on coding in the classroom. Coding has become the most discussed technological advancement as there is great demand for coding in the work force. Some of the hands-on tools that we used were <a href="https://twitter.com/SpheroEdu" target="_blank">Sphero</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/PlayOsmo" target="_blank">Osmo</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/BloxelsBuilder" target="_blank">Bloxels</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/makeymakey" target="_blank">Makey Makey</a>. We also discussed <a href="https://twitter.com/scratch" target="_blank">Scratch</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/ScratchJr" target="_blank">Scratch Jr.</a> and <a href="http://code.org/">Code.org</a>. We had a great discussion about coding and how it could be implemented within the classroom, but the true learning and collaboration did not occur until I stepped away as an instructor. After the discussion, I went to each group of educators and handed them a Makey Makey kit. Makey Makey is an invention kit that turns everyday items such as bananas into touchpads that can be combined with the internet. I then stood in front of the educators and said something that we don't say enough as instructors, "You have to figure this one out on your own." At that point, some of the educators looked at me in disbelief. The previous day we discussed strategies to figure out new technologies that they were not familiar with, so it was interesting to observe the problem solving techniques implemented. Some of them went straight to the <a href="https://makeymakey.com/" target="_blank">Makey Makey website</a>. Others chose a different route by going to Twitter, YouTube or just plain Google. Stepping away from the students can be very difficult at times, but at the same time can be very rewarding. I have learned from teaching my fourth graders that being "a guide on the side" is very important for learning to occur. Also "play" is a very important aspect of learning. As I watched the educators with their Makey Makey sets, learning and collaboration was occurring. Even the less tech savy educators were becoming the leaders in their group. They were taking accountability for their learning, and they were enjoying it. Creativity was flowing through the room! The educators that did not feel they had anything to contribute were the ones that were stepping up in their group. Authentic learning was occurring! By the end of activity, it was very evident that the educators were more confident and willing to take a chance with technology. They were encouraged to take the driver's seat in regards to their learning which in turn helped to promote problem solving skills. They were also very proud to share their creations and projects. It definitely was a great week of learning and discovery!<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.edsurge.com/news/2015-11-30-a-beginner-s-guide-to-bringing-coding-into-the-classroom" target="_blank">A Beginning Guide to Bringing Coding Into the Classroom</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/EdSurge" target="_blank">@EdSurge</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.schrockguide.net/coding.html" target="_blank">Coding in the Classroom</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/kathyschrock" target="_blank">@KathySchrock</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.edutopia.org/blog/teach-kids-coding-resources-parents-matt-davis" target="_blank">Teach Kids to Code: 6 Beginner's Resources for Parents</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/edutopia" target="_blank">@Edutopia</a></li>
<li><a href="https://cybraryman.com/programming.html" target="_blank">Programming: Coding Literacy</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/cybraryman1" target="_blank">@cybraryman1</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.edsurge.com/research/guides/teaching-kids-to-code" target="_blank">EdSurge Guide: Teaching Kids to Code</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/EdSurge" target="_blank">@EdSurge</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.teachthought.com/the-future-of-learning/technology/10-strategies-to-get-your-students-coding/" target="_blank">10 Strategies to Get Your Students Coding</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/TeachThought" target="_blank">@TeachThought</a></li>
<li><a href="https://dailytekk.com/100-terrific-tools-for-coders-developers/?reading=continue" target="_blank">100 Terrific Tools for Coders and Developers</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/dailytekk" target="_blank">@DailyTekk</a></li>
<li><a href="https://ww2.kqed.org/mindshift/2016/10/06/from-dabbling-to-doing-6-tools-that-excite-kids-about-coding/" target="_blank">6 Tools That Excite Kids About Coding</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/MindShiftKQED" target="_blank">@MindshiftKQED</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.teachthought.com/uncategorized/6-tips-to-integrate-coding-in-the-classroom/" target="_blank">6 Tips to Integrate Coding in the Classroom</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/TeachThought" target="_blank">@TeachThought</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.edutopia.org/blog/3-steps-to-becoming-a-coding-teacher-grant-smith" target="_blank">3 Steps to Becoming a Coding Teacher</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/edutopia" target="_blank">@Edutopia</a></li>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">We teachers are inundated with choice when it comes to tech tools. I started using TenMarks Math 2 years ago and have not looked back since. Here are the top 10 reasons I use TenMarks Math in my classroom:</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">TenMarks Math has aligned content standards by grade level, which makes it easy to provide whole class, blended, or small group instruction. TenMarks Math Assignments provide standards-aligned, rigorous math practice, which can be used to introduce or review concepts. TenMarks Math Lessons provides teachers with a comprehensive set of resources to guide effective instruction for each math standard - contextual overview, learning trajectory, ideas to assess readiness, and lessons for foundation, core instruction and enrichment – for use before and during class, accessible on any device, anytime.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As a teacher, I feel that immediate feedback is extremely important. One of the best features of TenMarks Math is that it gives instant feedback to students regarding their correct or incorrect responses. It also gives an explanation using pictorial representations, which are great for those visual learners.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If a student does not understand a certain topic while doing a TenMarks Math assignment, there is a video that explains the math concepts with many visuals. These videos help to review or reinforce content material. Throughout the year, I noticed many students watching the videos to grasp a better understanding of the concept that was presented to them.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If a student has difficulty with a concept while doing their TenMarks Math assignment, they have the option of clicking on a hint on the right side of the screen. A student can use up to three hints per question. The hints are scaffolded. So, the first hint starts out very basic. Then, the second and third hints gradually become more detailed. The hints do not give away the entire answer. So, this feature is great for those students who need more assistance or remediation. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">5. Similar to State-Testing Format </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Many states have opted for computerized state testing. So, it is important for the students to be more tech savvy. By using TenMarks Math, I noticed that the students felt more comfortable completing math problems on the computer. TenMarks Math gives students the opportunity to see different types of math problems. In addition to basic types of problems, like multiple choice, constructed response, and checkboxes for multiple answers, the assignments also offer interactive questions, such as drag and drop, graphs for plotting geometric figures, and classification tables for sorting different objects. So, using TenMarks Math is a great way to familiarize students with a computer-based test.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As the students complete assignments, they earn coins that they can later use at TenMarket. In TenMarket, students can play 10 games. Some of these games include Bounce Prediction, Taxi Pickup, Sky High, Cheese n Mouse, and many more. Students can also view the certificates that they have earned by completing different assignments. This is a terrific way to motivate students!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span>Scott Newcombhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11772081463918854630noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3926941597487433625.post-87438494654860402702016-07-20T11:15:00.000-04:002016-07-20T23:40:17.283-04:00Technological Flat Tire<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As I write this post, I am sitting at Firestone getting my
tire fixed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>While waiting, I think to myself
that if I didn’t have bad luck, I would have no luck at all.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I am on my way to the beach to soak up the
sun and celebrate my 15<sup>th</sup> anniversary with my wife.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The problem is that this is the second flat
tire I have gotten in two weeks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is
definitely not the best way to celebrate my 15<sup>th</sup> anniversary!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Also on my
mind is school, because it starts at the beginning of August. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Most of you know that technology is a big part
of my classroom.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I feel as though many
teachers get “technological flat tires”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>What I mean by this, is that most teachers start with an open mind with
using technology within their classroom, but many give up very easily when
something goes wrong or doesn’t work quite right.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Then they proceed to share their thoughts of
disbelief with their students and coworkers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>This starts a bad cycle of negativity. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="font-family: "cambria"; font-size: 12.0pt;"> What
I have learned throughout my years of teaching is that my students have
achieved more with the infusion of technology into my classroom. When I first started using technology within
my classroom, it didn’t always work the way that I wanted it to. In fact, it still does not always work the way I would like it to. At times it can be frustrating, but I always embrace the
opportunities the technologies will create for my students. As comparing this to a metaphorical tire, you
can either simply mend the puncture in the tire or get a new tire
altogether. This goes right along with
our mindset on technology. We can either
find a quick easy fix or grasp a new mindset altogether. If we do not take the time to grant students the opportunity to use technology, we will not allow them the opportunity to reach their full potential. Now that I am sitting in the sand and listening to the crashing waves, I realize that maybe that flat tire was not such a big deal after all. The end result was well worth the inconvenience.</span><!--EndFragment--></div>
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3. <a href="http://teachthought.com/uncategorized/5-strategies-creating-genius-mindset-students/" target="_blank">5 Strategies For Creating A Genius Mindset In Students</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/TeachThought" target="_blank">@TeachThought</a></div>
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4. <a href="http://www.edutopia.org/article/growth-mindset-resources" target="_blank">Resources for Teaching Growth Mindset</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/edutopia" target="_blank">@Edutopia</a></div>
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5. <a href="http://www.edutopia.org/resilience-grit-resources" target="_blank">Resources On Developing Resilience, Grit and Growth Mindset</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/edutopia" target="_blank">@Edutopia</a></div>
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6. <a href="https://www.youcubed.org/category/teaching-ideas/growing-mindset/" target="_blank">YouCubed at Stanford University Growth Mindset</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/joboaler" target="_blank">@joboaler</a></div>
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7. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/withmathican" target="_blank">With Math I Can "Growth Mindset"</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/WithMathICan" target="_blank">@WithMathICan</a></div>
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8. <a href="http://teachthought.com/learning/how-games-naturally-promote-a-growth-mindset/" target="_blank">How Games Naturally Promote a Growth Mindset</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/TeachThought" target="_blank">@TeachThought</a></div>
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9. <a href="http://www.edutopia.org/blog/recognizing-overcoming-false-growth-mindset-carol-dweck" target="_blank">Recognizing and Overcoming False Growth Mindset</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/edutopia" target="_blank">@Edutopia</a></div>
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10. <a href="http://ww2.kqed.org/mindshift/2016/02/24/what-harnessing-the-positive-side-of-stress-can-do-for-students/" target="_blank">How Harnessing the Positive Side of Stress Can Change Student Mindsets</a> </div>
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Looking for ways to increase student engagement in your
classroom? Try these game-based educational apps that make math a whole lot of
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<b>1.</b> <a href="http://spinlight.com/apps/operationmath/"><b>Operation Math</b></a> (<i>Spinlight
Studio</i>) - James Bond meets math facts. With this app, students will travel
around the world, trying to defeat Dr. Odd. Students will complete timed
missions in addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. When
completing these missions, students can earn different types of watches and
uniforms. <i>Operation Math</i> has over 100 different missions that
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<b>2.</b> <a href="http://www.getshinythings.com/quickmath"><b>Quick Math</b></a><b> and </b><a href="http://www.getshinythings.com/quickmathplus"><b>Quick Math+</b></a> (<i>Shiny
Things</i>) - Students really enjoy <i>Quick Math</i> and <i>Quick
Math+</i>because they can use their finger as a stylus and just write the
answers on the screen. In <i>Quick Math</i>, students are given the option
of doing addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. <i>Quick
Math+</i>offers more challenging activities that test memorization, estimation,
and indices.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>3.</b> <a href="http://spinlight.com/apps/yodeloh-math-mountain/"><b>YodelOh Math
Mountain</b></a> (<i>Spinlight Studio</i>) - This app, reminiscent
of <i>The Price is Right</i> game show, takes place in the Alps. The
objective is to answer as many fast facts as possible before falling off the
mountain. If a student answers a problem correctly, they move closer to the
summit of the mountain. As the students are completing math problems, they also
have to watch for sheep trying to knock them off the mountain. This fast-paced,
interactive game holds student interest by putting a twist on the memorization
of fast facts.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>4.</b> <a href="http://www.thirdrailgames.com/factor-samurai/"><b>Factor Samurai</b></a> (<i>Third
Rail, LLC</i>) - This app helps students decipher between prime and composite
numbers. <i>Factor Samurai</i> puts a different spin on the
game <i>Fruit Ninja</i>, but instead of slicing fruit, the students must
slice composite numbers into prime numbers. Students can earn different colored
swords by slicing only composite numbers. This app also challenges students by
giving them three different levels to choose from: grasshopper, apprentice, and
master.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>5.</b><a href="http://www.abcya.com/math_bingo.htm"><b> Math
Bingo</b></a> (<i>ABCYa!</i>) - <i>Math Bingo</i> uses all math
operations: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Students can
get a bingo by correctly answering math facts presented vertically,
horizontally, or diagonally on a grid. When a student completes a bingo, the app
unlocks games such as “Bingo Bug Bungee,” “Math Stack,” and “Math Fling.” All
of these games help students learn math facts in a unique way.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>6.</b><a href="http://www.playpowergames.com/mathplanet"><b> Math
Planet</b></a> (<i>Playpower Labs, LLC</i>) - <i>Math Planet</i> offers
math apps for first through fifth grade while also providing a middle school
app. Students can explore different planets and solve problems related to
number sense, fractions, decimals, geometry, and all of the math
operations. <i>Math Planet</i> is a fun way for students to learn
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<b>7.</b> <a href="http://mathslicer.com/"><b>Math
Slicer</b></a> (<i>Thumbstorm, LLC</i>) - <i>Math Slicer</i> is
a great way for students to learn their math facts. Students slice the answers
to addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division problems. As a math
problem appears on the screen, two answers fly though the air and a student
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<b>8.</b> <a href="http://www.edupad.com/"><b>iTooch
Math</b></a> (<i>eduPad</i>) - <i>iTooch</i> is based on the
Common Core standards and covers mathematics, science and language arts for
grade 1-5. With this app, students can take practice tests and earn grades for
each of the content standards. This app offers a multitude of visuals to help
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<b>9.</b> <a href="https://www.clarity-innovations.com/apps/geoboard-math-learning-center"><b>GeoBoard</b></a> (Clarity
Innovations, Inc.) - This app creates a digital geoboard. Students can create
geometric shapes with different colored rubber bands. The boards are shaped in
squares, rectangles, and circles. This app can be used to illustrate polygons,
to identify types of angles, and to create congruent figures.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>10.</b><a href="http://ululab.com/slice-fractions/"><b> Slice
Fractions</b></a> (Ululab) - If you are looking for a fun way to learn or
teach fractions, then <i>Slice Fractions</i> is for you. <i>Slice
Fractions</i> involves a world-traveling mammoth trying to solve different
math problems related to fractions while collecting interesting hats along the
way. This app includes puzzles that incorporate fraction symbols, fraction
parts, comparing fractions, problem solving, and adding fractions. This is a
well-constructed app that's perfect for 5- to 12-year-olds.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Try these apps to keep students engaged and motivated in
math through the last weeks of school. Be sure to let us know how it goes in
the TenMarks teacher communities on <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/878703168874165/">Facebook</a></b> and <b><a href="https://twitter.com/TenMarks">Twitter</a></b>!<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">1.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What types of mobile learning initiatives
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>started?<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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While planning a mobile initiative, start by looking at what
has already been done.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Talk to neighboring school districts. Find out what has
worked well and what has not.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Reaching
out on twitter is another possibility.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Following hashtags such as #mlearning, #slide2learn, #iOSedApp, #edtech and
#edchat can be beneficial.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Educators on twitter are always
willing to share their ideas and experiences.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Here is a list of educators on twitter that share their expertise on
twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/web20classroom" target="_blank">@web20classroom</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/tonyvincent" target="_blank">@tonyvincent</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/iPodsibilities" target="_blank">@iPodsibilities</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/lkolb" target="_blank">@lkolb</a>, <a href="http://twitter.com/SNewco">@SNewco</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/Ignatia" target="_blank">@Ignatia</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/kylepace" target="_blank">@kylepace</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/elemenous" target="_blank">@elemenous</a>.<br />
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Many districts give up on mobile learning initiatives before they even gets started due to lack of funds.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is important to be creative when thinking
about funding.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>School districts can look
into E-Rate funding, local and national grants, local company contributions and
help from their PTO. Sometimes starting
small is the most important aspect.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Starting out with a pilot program can be very valuable for not only
teachers but the students as well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<a href="http://www.edutopia.org/grants-and-resources" target="_blank">The Big List of Educational Grants and Resources</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/edutopia" target="_blank">@Edutopia</a></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">3.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Is the initiative sustainable?<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Everyday in the news you hear about a school district buying
a ridiculous amount of devices.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Was this
plan really thought out?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Will it last
more than two years?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is also important
to think about upgrades and broken devices.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">4.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>How does the district plan on using the
devices?</b><br />
Are the students just using these devices for testing
purposes in class, or are they going to be able to bring the devices home
for personal use? All teachers need to be onboard and be willing to make use of them on a daily basis. Students need to know the importance of the device and the many ways this resource can be used. Will these devices follow the students throughout their educational career? In many districts, students will use the same device throughout the entirety of their education. </div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">5.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What device is right for your student
population?<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Many schools go to device is the iPad, but it is important
to look at all options and functionality. Some schools feel that Chrome Books are the better route for their students. How will the students be using the devices? Will a keyboard be needed?</div>
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An acceptable use policy, also called a responsible use
policy, must be set in place before the roll out of the program.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Students, teachers and parents need to have
an understanding of what is expected in and outside of the classroom when using
devices. <a href="http://cybraryman.com/aup.html" target="_blank">Acceptable Use Policy Resources</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/cybraryman1" target="_blank">@cybraryman1</a></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">7.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Have the teachers bought into the idea of the
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This is the fastest way to kill a mobile learning
initiative.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>All of the teachers need to
be on board.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The students will follow
the lead of the teachers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If the
teachers are positive, the students will enturn be more likely to have a positive outlook regarding the use of these devices. Once again, it is important to get a group of positive teachers involved
in a pilot program.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These teachers can
then help out the teachers that are more apprehensive about introducing mobile
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">8.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Where is the professional development going
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I have found that the best professional development comes
from teachers teaching teachers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Before
I began using mobile devices in my classroom, I had the opportunity watch it in
action in a different classroom.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Visit
other school districts that have had success!</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">9.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Are there technology leaders in each building
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">going in a positive direction?<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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It is always important to have a go to technology leader
that is willing to take the time to work with teachers that are not as tech savvy.</div>
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<b>10.</b> <b>What apps will the students benefit from using?</b></div>
Resources for Apps in the classroom.<br />
<span style="font-family: "cambria";"><a href="http://teachthought.com/the-future-of-learning/technology/12-of-the-best-math-apps-for-kids/" target="_blank">12 of the Best Math Apps for Kids</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/TeachThought" target="_blank">@TeachThought</a></span><br />
<a href="http://teachthought.com/uncategorized/50-of-the-best-free-apps-for-teachers/" target="_blank">50 of the Best Free Apps for Teachers </a>via <a href="https://twitter.com/TeachThought" target="_blank">@TeachThought</a><br />
<a href="http://www.appitic.com/" target="_blank">APPitic: App Lists for Education</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/APPitic" target="_blank">@APPitic</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial Rounded MT Bold";">Remind is
excited to announce Stamps, a new way for students and parents to provide
instant feedback on your Remind messages! With Stamps, you can easily ask
questions and get quick answers from your class in real-time. For example, you
can find out who is going on a field trip, who is confused about a new topic
you introduced, or even, who likes the messages you’re sending.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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us for an easy way to engage their class. We’ve spent a lot of time working
with teachers like <a href="https://twitter.com/Dowbiggin">Diane</a>,<a href="https://twitter.com/MrsLQuiroz">Laura</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/Roni_Habib">Roni</a> (thanks!) to ensure Stamps
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easy-to-use. Only teachers can see who stamped what so everyone in your class
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have been at the heart of Remind. While Stamps are only available on our new
iOS or Android app, students and parents can continue receiving your messages
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using Remind just as you always have.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Scott Newcombhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11772081463918854630noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3926941597487433625.post-79242716776457475262014-06-13T17:43:00.000-04:002014-06-13T17:43:10.904-04:00Interview with @DavidBFox the Designer of @RubeWorks App<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial;">
<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RCid0__OrBk/U5tnKkBVsNI/AAAAAAAAAqs/CC1_p-Tjisg/s1600/David_headshot_400x400.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RCid0__OrBk/U5tnKkBVsNI/AAAAAAAAAqs/CC1_p-Tjisg/s1600/David_headshot_400x400.jpg" height="200" width="200" /></a><b>1. How long have you been involved with gaming and app developing?</b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">I’ve been involved in gaming since 1977 when my wife,
Annie, and I opened the Marin Computer Center, a nonprofit public-access
microcomputer center. We’d acquire games for our computers, review them
for the magazine, Creative Computing, and work with the publisher to convert
them to other computers (e.g., from the TRS-80 to the Apple II).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">My first game was “Mix and Match Muppets” for Children’s
Television Workshop. Then many games at Lucasfilm Games/LucasArts.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">I started building apps (for mobile) in 2010, with our
first ones based on Annie’s Middle School Confidential graphic novel book
series.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #500050; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">2. What inspired you to design the app Rube Works?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Skype in the Classroom with David Fox.</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">I’ve always loved Rube Goldberg machines. I remember
reading his cartoons in the Sunday newspaper when I was a kid in
the 1950s. His wacky humor struck a chord with me.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">After building several book apps, I was ready to do
a game, and a Rube Goldberg machine seemed like a good idea. While
researching the competition, I noticed that all of the games’ descriptions
said “Rube Goldberg-like” or “in the style of Rube Goldberg”. It struck me
that none actually had the word “Official” in their title or description. On a
whim, I found <a href="http://rubegoldberg.com/"><span style="color: #1155cc;">RubeGoldberg.com</span></a> and sent an email.
Jennifer George called me from Rube Goldberg, Inc. the next morning! After
about 10 minutes, she casually revealed she was Rube’s granddaughter. Wow!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">3. How long did it take to develop the app Rube Works?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>I was working on the project about two years before it
was first released. The first year was focused on designing the game, building
prototypes, and getting funding for it. The second year was on production.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #500050; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">4. How many people were involved in the design of Rube
Works?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">For just the design, I’d say the core group was comprised of six
people, including Jennifer, Joseph Herscher (“The Page Turner”), and two game
designer friends from my LucasArts days, Ron Gilbert and Noah Falstein.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">5. What was the most difficult level to create on Rube
Works?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Probably a toss-up between the Orange Juice level with
the octopus and the Take your Picture (first selfie) with the acrobat, mouse,
and fly. Both had a large number of complex interactions that resulted in bugs
layers upon layers of bugs we we had to fix.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #500050; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">6. What is your favorite level on Rube Works?<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rube Works promotes problem solving skills.</td></tr>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Easy question, level 2, “Simple way to slice a turkey”.
It is definitely the edgiest one (in terms of humor), and a bit dark. You have
to laugh, and then you feel bad you’re laughing. This was the one I chose
as my prototype demo level, and it was the first one we built as a proof of
concept.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #500050; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">7. Are you currently working on any new apps?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Yes, getting close to releasing “Middle School
Confidential 3: What’s Up with My Family?” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #500050; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">8. What games inspired you when you were growing up?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">There were no computer games when I was growing up,
but I played lots of board games, checkers, chess, Chinese checkers, card
games… I did love going to the penny arcade (though it was really a dime arcade).
None of those games were electronic, though… mostly mechanical with moving
parts, lights, and sound.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #500050; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">9. What games did you work on with LucasArts?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">My first game was <i>Rescue on Fractalus!</i> which
was released in 1984 and was one of the first two games Lucasfilm Games
(LucasArts’ name then) released. Then <i>Labyrinth </i>(based on the
film of the same name, which Lucasfilm produced), <i>Maniac Mansion </i>(I
was the SCUMM scriptor), <i>Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders </i>(designer,
project leader, SCUMM scriptor), and <i>Indiana Jones and the Last
Crusade: The Graphic Adventure</i> (co-designer, SCUMM scriptor). I did
work as a producer on <i>Pipeworks</i> and then as the designer on a
location based entertainment project, Mirage, which was intended for theme
parks but was never released.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #500050; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">10. What is the best advice you would give to students
that are interested in creating an app?<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Do it! Start with one of the simpler development
environments, like Corona SDK, or possibly look into the HTML5 systems (I’m not
familiar with these though). Either work on your own, or get together with some
friends who have abilities you don’t. You’ll need a designer, programmer,
artist, sound designer, and lots of testers. And of course you will need someone who takes
the lead in the project to help manage the flow.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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1. <a href="http://www.emoderationskills.com/?p=246" target="_blank">A Dummies Guide to QR Codes</a></div>
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2. <a href="http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com/2011/05/qr-code-classroom-implementation-guide.html" target="_blank">QR Code Implementation Guide</a></div>
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3. <a href="http://www.planet-science.com/categories/parentsteachers/latest-news/2011/07/using-qr-codes-in-education.aspx" target="_blank">Using QR Codes in the Classroom</a></div>
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4. <a href="http://www.thedaringlibrarian.com/2012/05/qr-code-quest-scavenger-hunt-part-deux.html" target="_blank">QR Code Scavenger Hunt- Part Deux</a></div>
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5. <a href="http://thedaringlibrarian.wikispaces.com/QR_Code_Quest" target="_blank">QR Code Quest</a></div>
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6. <a href="http://langwitches.org/blog/2011/11/22/transliteracy-qr-codes-and-art/" target="_blank">Transliteracy- QR Codes and Art</a></div>
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7. <a href="http://www.techhive.com/article/243123/qr_codes_help_paint_the_deeper_pictures_behind_art.html" target="_blank">QR Codes Help Paint a Deeper Picture Behind Art</a></div>
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8. <a href="http://www.thephysicaleducator.com/resources/skill-posters/" target="_blank">Interactive Physical Education QR Skill Posters</a></div>
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9. <a href="http://digitallearningworld.com/qr-codes-lesson-and-resources" target="_blank">QR Codes-Lesson and Resources</a></div>
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10. <a href="http://blog.noellevitz.com/2010/11/24/7-ways-higher-education-qr-codes-connect-current-prospective-students/" target="_blank">QR Codes in Higher Education</a></div>
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11. <a href="http://www.classtools.net/QR/index.php" target="_blank">QR Treasure Hunt Generator</a></div>
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12. <a href="http://www.slideshare.net/jonesytheteacher/40-interesting-ways-to-use-qr-codes-in-the-classroom" target="_blank">40 Interesting Ways to Use QR Codes in the Classroom</a></div>
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13. <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/jnase1/qr-codes-lessons-and-activities/" target="_blank">QR Code Lessons and Activities</a></div>
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14. <a href="http://mediaspecialistsguide.blogspot.co.uk/2012/03/all-about-qr-codes-in-your-classroom.html" target="_blank">All About QR Codes in Your Classroom</a></div>
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15. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/44-qr-codes-resources-for-teaching-and-learning/" target="_blank">44 QR Code Resources for Teaching and Learning</a></div>
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16. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/your-quick-guide-to-using-qr-codes-in-education/" target="_blank">Your Quick-Guide to Using QR Codes in Education</a></div>
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17. <a href="http://learninginhand.com/blog/learning-in-hand-25-qr-codes.html" target="_blank">Learning in Hand #25: QR Codes</a></div>
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18. <a href="http://learninginhand.com/blog/2013/7/5/roll-reflect-with-qr-codes" target="_blank">Reflection Facilitated by QR Codes</a></div>
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19. <a href="http://learninginhand.com/crazy/" target="_blank">Crazy for QR Codes</a></div>
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20. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/18-innovative-uses-of-qr-codes/" target="_blank">18 Innovative Uses of QR Codes</a></div>
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21. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/how-qr-codes-in-the-classroom-can-empower-student-voices/" target="_blank">How QR Codes In the Classroom Can Empower Student Voice</a></div>
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22. <a href="http://www.edudemic.com/7-fun-ways-to-use-qr-codes-in-education/" target="_blank">7 Fun Ways to Use QR Codes in Education</a></div>
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23. <a href="http://www.edudemic.com/qr-codes-for-language-learning/" target="_blank">3 Fun Ways to Use QR Codes for Language Learning</a></div>
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24. <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1OvG07JMYYpPBy1QwYcoJcbdWx_XnCCOO25Z2BdwYy4c/edit?authkey=COX05IsF#slide=id.g1d6f96916_00" target="_blank">51 Interesting Ways to Use QR Codes to Support Learning</a></div>
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25. <a href="http://catlintucker.com/2011/08/qr-codes-and-student-centered-learning/" target="_blank">QR Codes and Student Centered Learning</a></div>
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26. <a href="http://oedb.org/ilibrarian/qr-code-roundup-10-resources-for-librarians-and-educators//" target="_blank">QR Code Roundup</a></div>
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27. <a href="http://www.freetech4teachers.com/2012/04/qr-codes-explained-and-ideas-for.html#.U2OVNK1dWyM" target="_blank">QR Codes Explained and Ideas for Classroom Use</a></div>
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28. <a href="http://www.edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2012/03/how-incorporate-qr-codes-classroom" target="_blank">How to Incorporate QR Codes in the Classroom</a></div>
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29. <a href="http://thejournal.com/articles/2011/08/31/qr-codes-in-the-classroom.aspx" target="_blank">QR Codes in the Classroom</a></div>
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30. <a href="http://www.edutopia.org/blog/qr-codes-to-differentiate-instruction-monica-burns" target="_blank">QR Codes for Differentiated Instruction</a></div>
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31. <a href="http://www.edutopia.org/blog/QR-codes-teaching-andrew-miller" target="_blank">Twelve Ideas for Teaching with QR Codes</a></div>
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32. <a href="http://gettingsmart.com/2014/02/started-using-qr-codes-classroom-yet/" target="_blank">Have You Started Using QR Codes in Your Classroom Yet?</a></div>
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33. <a href="http://cybraryman.com/qrcodes.html" target="_blank">Cybraryman's QR Code Page</a></div>
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34. <a href="http://www.livebinders.com/play/play_or_edit?id=51894" target="_blank">QR Codes in Education- Livebinder by Steven Anderson</a></div>
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Tony Vincent- Learning in Hand #24: QR Codes<br />
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Scott Newcombhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11772081463918854630noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3926941597487433625.post-89862702477033226192014-04-27T13:44:00.000-04:002014-04-27T16:14:58.962-04:00Are You Leading with Fear? #BYOD<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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warm summer day while sitting on a bench next to the pool watching my
five-year-old son climbing the never-ending ladder of the high dive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As he reached the summit, he casually walked
to the edge of the board with a smile on his face. Without a care in the world,
he leapt into the water! His confidence and tenacity allowed him to complete
this act with faith in his ability.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As
he plunged to the surface, several questions formulated in my mind. When does
fear creep into our consciousness?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Is it
a learned behavior?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Or are we innately born
with these trepidations?<o:p></o:p></div>
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Throughout
the world of education, I feel as though many are leading with fear.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There are major concerns regarding social
media and the fear of allowing students to use their cell phones for
educational purposes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As an educator and
parent, I have come to the realization that, like it or not, social media and
mobile learning devices are going to be an integral part of our children’s
lives.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Aren’t we supposed to be
preparing today’s youth for the real world?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Should we allow our fears and apprehension to hinder the technological
education our children need to advance in their field of study?<o:p></o:p></div>
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Some of the
uneasiness in allowing students to bring their own devices to school revolves
around cheating, stealing, broken devices, and the inability of some students
to bring a device.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In reality, these
challenges have always been present within the classroom.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We cannot move forward technologically based
upon the “what ifs.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Instead, we must
find solutions to these possible dilemmas and move forward to allow our
students the ultimate learning experience.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>We must maximize student usage of mobile learning devices to encourage
the safe and meaningful use of technology within the classroom setting.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is up to the school district to set clear
and stringent guidelines. Some simple ways to do so includes requiring students
to keep the devices flipped over on top of their desks while taking a
test.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also, having a “responsible use
policy” in place is a must.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The students
and parents should have a clear understanding of what is appropriate use in the
classroom.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They should also have a clear
understanding of consequences of misuse.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>When teachers give students the opportunity to be responsible, the
results are inspiring. Teachers modeling proper usage are also beneficial. It
is important to understand that “bring your own device” allows the students the
opportunity to learn in a way that is most conducive to them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It allows them to think independently and
critically in a manner in which they are most familiar.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We are allowing them to bring the technology
they are comfortable with at home into the classroom setting. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is not a replacement for a 1:1 initiative;
instead it provides students with opportunities to enhance their learning while
incorporating the necessary technology skills to compete in our rapidly
changing world. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/11-sample-education-byot-policies-to-help-you-create-your-own/">11
Sample Education BYOT Policies To Help You Create Your Own (TeachThought)</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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BYOT Resources By Category (TeachThought)</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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BYOD Discussions Every School Should Have (Edutopia)</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=404796">BYOD LiveBinder by Susan
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partner, International Society for Technology in Education, to Launch Verizon
Mobile Learning Academy to Train More Teachers Nationwide <o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">NEW CARROLLTON, Md. <span class="text101"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; line-height: 200%; mso-ansi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">–
</span></span></span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">New national research</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;"> indicates
that training teachers to integrate mobile technology into instruction may have
a positive effect on students’ standardized test scores and academic
achievement. </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 12pt;">The research comes
from an evaluation study, conducted by the </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://www.iste.org/">International
Society for Technology in Education</a></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 12pt;">, of an innovative and comprehensive teacher
professional development program, Verizon Innovative Learning Schools. A collaboration of the</span><span class="text101"><b><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"> </span></b></span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://www.verizonfoundation.org/">Verizon
Foundation</a> </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 12pt;">and </span><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;">the ISTE, VILS is one of
the few training programs of its kind focused on supporting the effective integration
of mobile technology in the classroom.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">Comprising students and
teachers from 24 elementary, middle and high schools across the country, VILS
provides individualized, on-site and virtual professional development tailored
to address specific areas for improvement at each school as identified by a
preliminary needs assessment.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">The key findings of the
evaluation and research, conducted in January by the ISTE, indicate that, in
general, students of VILS teachers showed stronger gains in mathematics than
students from comparison schools. While many comparison schools used existing mobile
technology, they did not participate in any systematic, schoolwide professional
development program focused on using the technology effectively to teach
students. Key findings include:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">Standardized test scores in math of students
participating in the program increased by 4.13 percent, while the test scores
of students in a control group of schools that are using mobile technology but
are not participating in the program (and did not receive teacher training on
how to use mobile technology) declined by 4.62 percent. </span><span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">Teachers in the VILS program reported that 35
percent of their students showed higher scores on classroom assessments; 32
percent showed increased engagement in the classroom; and 62 percent
demonstrated increased proficiency with mobile devices.</span><span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 200%;">Sixty percent of the teachers also reported that
by using their mobile devices, they were providing more one-on-one help to
individual students, and 47 percent said they are spending less time on
lectures to the entire class.</span><span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<o:p> </o:p> <b>A New Online, Mobile Technology
Training Course for Teachers Nationwide</b></div>
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<span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;">Due to these promising
initial results, the Verizon Foundation and ISTE are launching an online
teacher professional development program called the </span><a href="http://responsibility.verizon.com/learning-academy" style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;"><span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Verizon Mobile Learning
Academy</span></a><span style="line-height: 200%; text-indent: 0.5in;"> to
enable teams of teachers across the country to participate in mobile technology
training through free, moderated virtual courses that will earn participants
Continuing Education Units. The program aims to train 1,000 teachers over the
next year, beginning this fall.</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> Rose Stuckey Kirk, Verizon's
vice president of global corporate citizenship and president of the Verizon
Foundation, said: “Verizon’s corporate social responsibility efforts seek to
use our resources to help solve some of the world’s most pressing problems in
underserved communities. We are encouraged that our VILS schools are
demonstrating meaningful benefits from these efforts. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> “Students at these
schools are now more adept in using mobile technology to access useful learning
resources, and significant portions of students have exhibited an increased
ability to solve problems. Our new online initiative will extend the benefit of
VILS professional development to educators across the country and help them
turn mobile devices into educational tools.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> The rigorous,
multimethod, longitudinal VILS evaluation measured student performance and
program impact through teacher and student surveys, classroom observations, and
pre- and post- standardized math and science test scores for participating
schools and comparison schools. Six of the 24 VILS schools were included
in the evaluation study: Assabet Vocational High School (Marlborough, Mass.);
Charles Carroll Middle School (New Carrollton, Md.); Hartford Middle School
(Canton, Ohio); Lewisville High School (Dallas, Texas); Long Branch Middle
School (Long Branch, N.J.); and Niemes Elementary School (Cerritos, Calif.). Six
schools, each of them near a school in the VILS program, were in the control
group. Soon, ISTE will conduct an analysis of 12 schools in the VILS program and
comparison sites, strengthening its ability to make conclusions about the
program. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> Dr. Wendy Drexler, ISTE director
of innovation, said: “The VILS program demonstrates the important principle
that </span>mobile learning initiatives in schools require leadership to be
effective. School administrators, tech coaches and teacher leaders have been
engaged and supportive of the VILS program, and this has led to the success of
the professional development implemented in these schools. The Verizon Mobile
Learning Academy will provide support for school and district leaders as they
prepare mobile learning initiatives to help ensure that their efforts will be
successful.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">More information and
pre-registration for the </span><a href="http://responsibility.verizon.com/learning-academy"><span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">Verizon Mobile Learning
Academy</span></a><span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> can
be found at </span><a href="http://responsibility.verizon.com/learning-academy">http</a><a href="http://responsibility.verizon.com/learning-academy">://responsibility.verizon.com/learning-academy</a><span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">, and more information about
the findings of the Verizon Innovative Learning Schools evaluation study are
available here </span><a href="http://responsibility.verizon.com/education/2013#vils"><span style="line-height: 200%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">http://responsibility.verizon.com/education/2013#vils</span></a>.<o:p></o:p></div>
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1. <a href="http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/Page/4301" target="_blank">Forsyth County Schools BYOT</a></div>
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2. <a href="http://www.cpschools.com/BYOD/BYOD_FAQs.php" target="_blank">Chesapeake Public Schools BYOD</a></div>
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3. <a href="http://www.smriders.net/assets/pdf/BYOT-AUPv2.pdf" target="_blank">St. Marys City Schools BYOT</a></div>
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4. <a href="http://theinnovativeeducator.blogspot.com/2012/07/10-byot-byod-back-to-school-basics.html" target="_blank">10 BYOT/ BYOD Back to School Basics</a></div>
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5. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/9-steps-for-schools-to-create-their-own-byod-policy/" target="_blank">9 Steps for Schools to Create Their Own BYOD Policy</a></div>
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6. <a href="http://www.merunetworks.com/2012-brand/downloads/2012-wp-planning-for-byod-10-checklists-to-help-make-the-move.pdf" target="_blank">Building on the "Bring Your Own Device" Revolution</a></div>
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7. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/11-sample-education-byot-policies-to-help-you-create-your-own/" target="_blank">11 Sample Education BYOT Policies to Help Create Your Own</a></div>
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8. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/trends/20-byot-resources-by-category/" target="_blank">20 BYOD Resources by Category</a></div>
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9. <a href="http://www.eschoolnews.com/2013/08/06/10-places-to-find-great-byod-lesson-plans/" target="_blank">10 Places to Find Great BYOD Lesson Plans</a></div>
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10. <a href="http://www.eschoolnews.com/2014/01/15/device-success-byod-501/" target="_blank">6 Hidden Tricks for BYOD Success</a></div>
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11. <a href="http://www.edudemic.com/byod-apps-symbaloo/" target="_blank">30 Perfect Apps for BYOD Classrooms</a></div>
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12. <a href="http://www.edudemic.com/4-big-concerns-about-byod-in-schools/" target="_blank">4 Big Concerns About BYOD in Schools</a></div>
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13. <a href="http://thejournal.com/articles/2014/01/07/innovator-tim-clark.aspx" target="_blank">Making BYOT Work</a></div>
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14. <a href="http://thejournal.com/articles/2013/01/09/device-neutral-assignments-for-byod.aspx" target="_blank">Creating Device Neutral Assignments for BYOD</a></div>
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15. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/10-reasons-to-consider-byod-in-education/" target="_blank">10 Reasons to Consider BYOD in Education</a></div>
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16. <a href="http://www.edutopia.org/blog/20-awesome-byod-mobile-apps-vicki-davis" target="_blank">20 Awesome BYOD and Mobile Learning Apps</a></div>
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17. <a href="http://insidetheclassroomoutsidethebox.wordpress.com/2013/06/16/apps-and-sites-that-work-on-all-devices-for-byot/" target="_blank">Apps and Sites that Work on All Devices for BYOT</a></div>
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18. <a href="http://edtechsteve.blogspot.com/2012/03/our-draft-byod-policy.html" target="_blank">Our BYOD Policy and Process</a></div>
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19. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/11-byod-apps-that-keep-the-focus-on-content/" target="_blank">11 BYOD Apps that Keep the Focus on the Content</a></div>
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20. <a href="http://www.k12blueprint.com/byod" target="_blank">Bring Your Own Device Toolkit</a></div>
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21. <a href="http://thejournal.com/articles/2011/11/09/7-byod-myths.aspx" target="_blank">7 Myths About BYOD Debunked</a></div>
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22. <a href="http://www.techlearning.com/features/0039/byod-and-security/47690" target="_blank">BYOD and Security</a></div>
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23. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/4-factors-for-byod-success-in-schools/" target="_blank">4 Factors for BYOD Success in Schools</a></div>
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24. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/10-schools-that-have-implemented-byod/" target="_blank">10 Schools that have Implemented BYOD Successfully</a></div>
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25. <a href="http://www.edudemic.com/byod-apps-classroom/" target="_blank">4 Powerful Apps for the Disconnected Classroom</a></div>
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26. <a href="http://www.edudemic.com/how-to-byod-classroom/" target="_blank">How to Get Started with a BYOD Classroom</a></div>
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27. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/5-tips-for-a-smoother-byod-transition/" target="_blank">5 Tips for a Smoother BYOD Transition</a></div>
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28. <a href="http://www.edudemic.com/byod-classrooms/" target="_blank">10 Real World BYOD Classrooms (And Whether it's Worked or Not)</a></div>
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29. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/12-pros-cons-to-byod/" target="_blank">10 Pros and Cons to BYOD in Education</a></div>
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30. <a href="http://cybraryman.com/byod.html" target="_blank">Cybraryman's BYOD Resources</a></div>
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31. <a href="http://www.livebinders.com/play/play?id=404796" target="_blank">Bring Your Own Device Livebinder</a></div>
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32. <a href="http://www.themobilenative.org/2012/01/byod-food-for-thought.html" target="_blank">BYOD "Food for Thought"</a></div>
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When you think back to your childhood education, what do you
remember?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I guarantee that your fondest
memory was not the grammar worksheets, writing your spelling words five times
each, or what seemed to be the endless paper pencil assignments.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The times that most people remember are the
hands-on activities, the field trips, and projects that allowed them to
collaborate with their peers and classmates.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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As an
educator, I want my students to have many positive memories.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Seven years ago I introduced PDAs, Personal
Digital Assistant, to my students.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yes,
I said PDAs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Unfortunately, the same
year, the company that made them decided to stop <span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">manufacturing </span>them.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is when my school district decided to go
in the direction of using smartphones in the classroom.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Something unexpected happened when each one
of my students had their own smartphone.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The students that usually said
very little in class were now the students who couldn’t wait to be called upon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It did not stop there.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They were not just raising their hand; they
were asking to go up to the front of the room to share with their
classmates.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The students began collaborating with each
other.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>That year we allowed the students
to extend their learning outside of the classroom by taking their devices
home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They were actually excited about
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learning?” <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The reason for this was that
the students were given the opportunity to learn in a similar format as they do
at home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I realized that outside of the
school setting, many of my students had some type of digital device, if not
many, at their fingertips.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
activities that we were doing in school were all hands-on.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I specifically remember an activity that we
doing on a Friday afternoon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We called
it “write, pair, share.” The students started by typing a story on their mobile
learning device.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Then the students
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of the story.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The students were so engaged in their
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up to leave.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They were so enamored by
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there.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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learning beyond the classroom setting and students were encouraged to look at
the many educational opportunities that surround them on a daily basis.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Students were able to take their learning to
another level during class field trips. They worked collaboratively to take pictures
and journal about their experiences. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Through
the implementation of these devices, we as educators were reminded of a very
important lesson. When learning is memorable, students take ownership of their
learning.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Their education now meant more
to them because they now had an invested interest in what they were learning
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Rube Works is the official Rube Goldberg invention game. This app is quite impressive. It is designed for ages 9 to adult, but my six year old son is able to manipulate the contraptions to solve the puzzles. The game is based on all of the cartoon inventions that <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2013/12/10/science/exploring-an-inventors-cartoons-in-the-art-of-rube-goldberg.html?_r=1&" target="_blank">Rube Goldberg</a> has made famous. I have used this app within my classroom to promote problem-solving and critical thinking skills that go above and beyond the core curriculum. Rube Works currently consists of 18 different levels. Some of these levels include: a Simple Way to Wake Up, Slice Turkey, Open a Garage and Close a Window. </div>
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One aspect of this game that I like is that you can use the hints if you need to, but if you want a real challenge you can try to create the contraptions without help. I also like how that the puzzles can be solved in more than one way!</div>
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Download on iTunes App Store: <a href="http://bit.ly/iTunesRubeWorks">http://bit.ly/iTunesRubeWorks</a></div>
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Download on Google Play for Android: <a href="http://bit.ly/AndroidRubeWorks">http://bit.ly/AndroidRubeWorks</a></div>
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Here is a preview of the app with the <a href="https://twitter.com/RubeWorks" target="_blank">@RubeWorks</a> official trailer.</div>
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RubeWorks is designed by <a href="https://twitter.com/UnityGames" target="_blank">@UnityGames</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/ElectrcEggplant" target="_blank">@ElectrcEggplant</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/DavidBFox" target="_blank">@DavidBFox</a> & <a href="https://twitter.com/RubeGoldberg" target="_blank">@RubeGoldberg</a></div>
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1. <a href="http://eskymaclj.blogspot.com.au/2012/02/only-1-ipad-in-classroom.html" target="_blank">Only One iPad in the Classroom?</a></div>
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4. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/apps-2/the-55-best-best-free-education-apps-for-ipad/" target="_blank">The 55 Best Free Educational Apps for iPad</a></div>
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5. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/apps-2/15-literacy-apps-to-create-books-on-the-ipad/" target="_blank">15 Literacy Apps to Create Books on the iPad</a></div>
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6. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/23-ways-to-use-the-ipad-in-the-21st-century-pbl-classroom/" target="_blank">23 Ways to Use the iPad in a PBL Classroom</a></div>
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7. <a href="http://schooltalkdev.palmbeach.k12.fl.us/groups/ipadpilot/wiki/ad829/Middle_School_iPad_Apps.html" target="_blank">Middle School iPad Apps</a></div>
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8. <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1fRPd8b_lzq68C-ANkGVKyH135qtE7O2cg4Ye3kit9qU/present#slide=id.i0" target="_blank">Interesting Ways to Use iPads in the Classroom</a></div>
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9. <a href="http://mediaspecialistsguide.blogspot.ca/2011/10/38-sites-on-using-ipads-in-classroom.html#.UEej2-1c_dl" target="_blank">39 Sites for Using iPads in the Classroom</a></div>
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10. <a href="http://www.zdnet.com/blog/igeneration/50-resources-for-ipad-use-in-the-classroom/16126" target="_blank">50 Resources for Using iPads in the Classroom</a></div>
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14. <a href="http://palmbeachschooltalk.com/wiki/pages/B1r9J2u/Elementary_School_iPad_Apps.html" target="_blank">Elementary iPad Apps</a></div>
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19. <a href="http://www.edutopia.org/blog/one-to-one-program-rollout-jac-de-haan" target="_blank">How to Roll Out a 1:1 iPad Program</a></div>
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23. <a href="http://learninginhand.com/blog/5-ways-to-show-your-ipad-on-a-projector-screen.html" target="_blank">7 Ways to Show Your iPad on a Projector Screen</a></div>
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24. <a href="http://shellyterrell.com/2012/12/04/45-teacher-recommended-educational-apps/?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter" target="_blank">45+ Teacher Recommended Educational Apps</a></div>
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In our community's next webinar, we will see how mobile learning devices have been successfully implemented into the curriculum at St. Marys City Schools in Ohio. Educator Scott Newcomb, also known as the Mobile Native blogger, will share his experiences working with students and mobile learning devices over the last five years.</h4>
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Scott Newcombhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11772081463918854630noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3926941597487433625.post-79968767099481744572013-06-14T01:14:00.000-04:002013-06-25T10:11:33.680-04:00Mobile Learning and the Common Core<br />
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Here are some links to get ready for the Common Core: <br />
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1. <a href="http://www.teachthought.com/technology/5-mobile-apps-to-help-teachers-and-students-adapt-to-the-common-core-standards/?utm_content=buffer981af&utm_source=buffer&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Buffer" target="_blank">5 Apps to Help Teachers & Students Adjust to the C.C.</a><br />
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2. <a href="http://www.eyeoneducation.com/Content-Hubs/Common-Core-State-Standards" target="_blank">55 Resources for meeting the Common Core</a><br />
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3. <a href="http://gettingsmart.com/2013/06/3-tools-to-tackle-common-core-math-standards/" target="_blank">3 Tools to Tackle Common Core Math Standards</a><br />
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4. <a href="http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/common-core-assessments" target="_blank">Common Core: Assessments</a><br />
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5. <a href="http://cybraryman.com/commoncoremath.html" target="_blank">Common Core Math</a><br />
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6. <a href="http://catlintucker.com/2012/05/10-tech-tools-to-effectively-teach-the-common-core-standards-english-math/" target="_blank">11 Tech Tools to Teach the Common Core</a><br />
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7. <a href="http://www.edudemic.com/2012/11/three-web-tools-for-common-core-standards/" target="_blank">3 Useful Web Tools That Meet Common Core Standards</a><br />
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8. <a href="http://cybraryman.com/commoncore.html" target="_blank">Common Core State Standards Initiative</a><br />
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<br />Scott Newcombhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11772081463918854630noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3926941597487433625.post-16678797681086862142013-05-19T15:18:00.000-04:002013-05-19T15:18:46.411-04:00Come to the Mobile Learning Experience in September 2013<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #666666;">Cross Post from </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: orange;"><a href="https://twitter.com/tonyvincent/" target="_blank">@TonyVincent</a> <a href="http://learninginhand.com/blog/2013/5/18/come-to-the-mobile-learning-experience-in-september-2013" target="_blank">"Learning in Hand"</a></span></span><br />
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It's my pleasure to be on the team organizing <span class="s1"><a href="http://mobile2013.org/" style="color: #fa6c00; text-decoration: none;">Mobile Learning Experience 2013</a></span>. It's the third year of this fantastic conference. If you'd like to get a feel for 2012's conference, then check out the <a href="http://mobile2012.org/schedule-materials/" style="color: #fa6c00; text-decoration: none;">Mobile 2012 Program</a> and <a href="http://mobile2012.org/wiki/materials/" style="color: #fa6c00; text-decoration: none;">Mobile 2012 Speakers' Resource Wiki</a>.</div>
Mobile educators from across the country are gathering for three days to share, collaborate, and explore the many facets of mobile learning. In addition to traditional breakout sessions, we have inspiring keynotes, fast-paced Ignite presentations, lots of networking opportunities, and a concluding game show. This year's topics include project-based learning, assistive technologies, Common Core State Standards, Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT), and the open content revolution. Those topics are in addition to basic sessions on the most compelling apps, device deployment, and training tips and hints.<div style="margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;">
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While mobile learning isn't about a specific device, many sessions will have an iPad focus. Mobile Learning Experience 2013 will also address other devices like laptops, Chromebooks, and Android tablets.</div>
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<strong style="font-weight: bold;">Please consider presenting at Mobile 2013. The <a href="http://mobile2013.org/2013/04/26/mobile-2013-call-for-proposals-is-open/" style="color: #fa6c00; text-decoration: none;">Call for Proposals</a> is open and the submission deadline is June 27, 2013.</strong></div>
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Learn more at <a href="http://mobile2013.org/" style="color: #fa6c00; text-decoration: none;">mobile2013.org</a> and follow <a href="http://twitter.com/mobile2013" style="color: #fa6c00; text-decoration: none;">@mobile2013</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%23mobile2013" style="color: #fa6c00; text-decoration: none;">#mobile2013</a> on Twitter. </div>
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