Sep 18 2009
Obama’s Speech to Students
I found President Obama’s speech very inspiring.
Sep 16 2009
Encouraging Reluctant Readers
Here is a video by Jim Trelease that encourages learners to read the books they do not want to read.
How to read a book you don’t want to read from Jim Trelease on Vimeo.
Sep 11 2009
Changes
As a special education teacher I am constantly thinking of ways to increase the literacy of my students. This year my building is loaded with changes–all but 6 staff people have had to change rooms, we have a ton of new staff–especially in special education, a SMART-board in my room, many staff have been trained in Responsive Classroom and we are trying a new block schedule with interventions times established. These changes are so energizing to me and refreshing. I just finished talking with three of our new staff after their first week and feel absolutely renewed as to why I am in education. I am hopeful other staff will feel as refreshed with these changes. Don’t get em wrong–it is hard to change and get out of my comfort zone by pulling out most of my students for support. These changes are allowing for a whole paradigm shift and I am getting into classroom with my kids. How wonderful for them to be a part of their group. Granted there are students whose needs are better met in a small group or 1:1 situation. Literacy can happen in so many different ways for learners and I am hopeful the changes that have happened in our building will create more opportunities for our 21st century learners.
Feb 19 2009
Animoto–fun free application!
This is just my demo on Animoto, but it is an application that is free and they have a special section for educational use. I think this could be a great application to showcase student projects, activities, and field trips–of course tons of fun for friends and family as well to view.
Feb 11 2009
Using RSS–I Think I Finally Get It!
I found a couple articles and a video today that interested me related to 21st Century Information Literacy. Here are the links and I hope you will comment on what you think.
