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Since 2011 Banned Books Week has included a day to recognize banned websites. Teachers and principals also increasingly voice opposition to blocking social websites, noting that schools have an obligation to teach students how to use socialmedia responsibly. Socialmedia is already a part of their frameworks as teens.
As a former teacher and Director of Instructional Technology he is highly sought after for his expertise in educational technology integration and using socialmedia for learning. He is also responsible in helping create #edchat, a weekly education discussion on Twitter that boasts over 500 weekly participants.
More Social Networking- This all boiled down to the continued growth of using SocialMedia and social networks for learning. Everything from code makers to ideas for use in the classroom to a way to use them for scavenger hunts (which is pretty cool too.)
Here is a short list of some of the changes that have been implemented and sustained: Socialmedia use as a communications, public relations, branding, professional growth, and student learning tool implemented in 2009. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) implemented in 2011. See what CBS New York had to say.
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Illustrated by Peter Grundy From Scholastic Instructor SOURCES: Socialmedia PD: Project Tomorrow, “Speak Up 2011.” socialmediasocialmedia in education' Twitter: Semiocast. YouTube: NielsenWire, “August 2012, Top U.S. Online Video Sites.” Facebook: Yahoo!
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Cyberbullying occurs on not just socialmedia like Twitter, Facebook, and topical forums, but multiplayer games and school discussion boards. Examples include mean texts or emails, insulting snapchats, rumors posted on social networking sites, and embarrassing photos or videos. Cyberbullying videos from BrainPOP.
SocialMedia - Google+ , Twitter , and Facebook - Google+ is my go to for education and technology resources, connections and sharing. I use my tablet for browsing socialmedia and watching Netflix and my Chromebook is my main work horse. I love that you can have longer posts and discussions than on Twitter.
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They are banning the use of socialmedia as a means to communicate with students and parents. It is misguided foolishness to think that socialmedia is magically turning teachers into predators, preying on our nation''s children. Socialmedia is here to stay. Blaming the medium for the problem never works.
So here is my reflections on 2010 and my predictions for 2011. I think the bigger story here is the fact that social networking in the classroom really took off. Through the use of Twitter, Facebook and other sites, educators are starting to see the power of socialmedia to extend learning beyond the classroom.
In some hands, socialmedia tools are blights on society, tools for bullies and misinformation campaigns. But it was also on Facebook where in 2011 Jivani, then in ninth grade, posted a video of her removing the wig. Sometimes, they’re a canvas for artists, sources to build community, paths by which people find a higher calling.
SocialMedia This method for connecting with families continues to grow in popularity. 2011, March). 2011, June). These surveys encourage involvement by showing that you value your families’ opinions. You may be surprised at how useful this insightful feedback is for improving your school culture. Sources: Hong, S.
The fact that the folks that organize this every year do it through just the use of socialmedia is astounding. Best Open PD/Unconference/Webinar Series : The Reform Symposium The fact that this is a 3 day, 24/7 free, online PD is really amazing.
According to one recent study conducted by Pew Research Center , nearly 77% of Americans now own a smartphone of some kind – up from just 35% a few years ago, in 2011. Another one of the major ways that m-learning is transforming online education – particularly in K-12 environments – has to do with social networking.
Finally, set clear rules and limitations with your child on how much digital media they can access.[5] 5] This can include not only which websites or media they are allowed to view, but also when they are allowed to view it. You could, for example, only allow socialmedia use for fifteen minutes after finishing their homework.
Use digital resources (like apps, texts, or socialmedia groups) to keep parents informed about class activities and upcoming assignments.[5]. 2011 Recovery School District Technology Summit, 2011, pp. Most of today’s students are digital natives and have grown up around technology for their entire life. Courville, K.
I was honored to receive the Twitterer of the Year Award from Edublogs for 2011. I have had the opportunity to travel to more places, meet more people and do some of the most important learning I could have ever do and all of that is because of the fact that I am on Twitter and involved in socialmedia spaces. A big thanks!
The Edublog Awards were started about 7 years ago to counteract the trend of blocking socialmedia in school districts and celebrate the educational power of these resources. Obviously socialmedia has been transformative for me and my practice and I wanted to participate for that reason again this year.
” To help increase digital literacy awareness in underserved communities, Broadband Rhode Island , a partner with RIFLI, created a curriculum in 2011 for adult education teachers to promote digital literacy among adult learners. At the end of each course, RIFLI staff award digital badges to the students.
Thank you Maggie McGary, ASHA''s SocialMedia Director, for again organizing a fun "Tweetup" where all the #slpeeps who have engaged with each other on Twitter got to actually meet and socialize (while putting down our devices for once).
Thank you Edublogs for providing this opportunity to acknowledge amazing educators around the globe, and for raising the awareness of the awesome impact socialmedia and web 2.0 This blog gets my vote for best new blog of 2011. can have on our learning and our learners.
Consider using an email newsletter, private socialmedia group, or school communication app to keep families updated.[3]. ” Educational Leadership, May 2011, 68(8), pp. Families are more likely to get involved if they feel welcome and believe they have a voice.[5] Sources : 1. American Psychological Association.
Jon’s core PL skills are focused on 1:1 deployment, Common Core, Project Based Learning, socialmedia skills and Lesson Design. Jon keynotes, leads and designs Professional Learning experiences all over the country.
Alexandra Spichtig, Reading Plus Using materials and methods comparable to a survey study conducted in 1960, researchers measured the comprehension-based silent reading efficiency of US students in grades 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 in 2011. The study found that students in 1960 and 2011 read at similar rates in second grade.
Students these days are terrible at sorting true facts from misinformation online and on socialmedia, many studies show. How should people approach information online or in socialmedia? And in reality it’s like, ‘No, you're looking at a 2011 photograph, something that happened in Germany, not the U.S.’
edWeb is so excited to congratulate Michelle Luhtala, department chair at New Canaan High School Library in Connecticut, for being selected as a 2017 AASL SocialMedia Superstars winner ! I’m the founder of edWeb.net and had just started our social network for educators. Time well spent. Thank you to both of you.
Take texting or socialmedia interaction, for example. Journal of Postsecondary Education and Disability, 24(4), 2011, pp. But because many students work better with peer interactions, try to find ways for students to communicate—even if not in real-time.[11]. How Do I Balance Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning? Minero, E.
Last week I spent several days in San Francisco taking part in ASCD 2011. I asked her what she was doing 4 months ago and why she decided to give SocialMedia a try and she really didn''t know. It was a great conference with lots of great sessions. I might even have a wrap up post in the works. What do you think?
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