Transforming Classrooms into Communities of Learners
Karen Campbell, Executive Director of TechnologyHarrisonburg City Public Schools
It’s Not About the Technology The opportunity to pilot this program pushed
me to do more research, to think bigger, to try new ideas and methods – and to expect more from my students. I recently read a speech in which someone made the statement that it’s not really the devices that create this incredible learning environment – but how the devices spur teachers to recreate themselves and their classrooms. I couldn’t agree more.
From a teacher who participated in a 1:1 pilot:http://edudemic.com/2012/12/why-11-shouldnt-be-isolated-to-just-the-classroom/#sthash.PSHbaltP.dpuf
What the Research Tells Us Increased student engagement Shift from teacher to student-center
classroom Students become more self-directed Increased student achievement in some
areas Increased development of 21st century
skills – digital literacy, creativity and innovation, problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, collaboration
Improvement in students’ technology skillsLaptop Initiatives: Summary of Research Across Six States https://www.fi.ncsu.edu/assets/podcast_episodes/white-paper-series/laptop-initiatives-summary-of-research-across-six-states.pdf
Opportunities
http://www.scienceisaverb.com/page12.html
Consider This Leadership
Shared vision Positive attitude
Digital Content Move from traditional textbooks
Professional Development Changing teaching and technology practices Emphasis on practice rather than technology
Infrastructure Stable networks Adequate bandwidth Technicians
Tech Support Interns
Process Teachers applied to become a Community of
Learners Classroom Proposals were reviewed and scored:
Provide for a more personalized learning opportunity?
Engage students in critical thinking? Enhance collaboration? Enhance student engagement? Provide increased access to information? Engage students in real-world activities?
8 Proposals were funded.
Flipping the Math Classroom
Ian Linden, THMS Math, 6th Grade Transformative
Teacher’s role becomes “guide on the side” as students take control of their learning, working at their own pace to construct knowledge through demonstrations and content instruction, including videos from Kahn Academy
Student Use of Technology Create and share video lessons, view content, and connect
with other students Technology
iPads
In the Palm of Their Hands: Students Taking Ownership of their Learning Caitlin Wood, Waterman Elementary Interdisciplinary, 3rd Grade Transformative:
Project-based learning will allow students to take ownership of their own learning.
Students use of technology: Research, communication, collaboration, and
presentation Technology
Kunos (Android Tablets) with management system
Learning, Understanding, and Sharing through Technology Kelley Shradley, HHS Art Transformative
An interactive electronic textbook will allow students to learn about new technology art media, create their own artwork, and become more reflective and analytical artists.
Student use of technology: Interact with content, create their own artwork, create an
digital portfolio Technology
iPads
Metacognitive Learning Academy
Ronald Perry, Skyline Middle Pre-algebra Transformative
Flipped classroom allow students to listen to recorded instruction, videos from Kahn Academy, collaborate, and participate in meaningful and relevant learning.
Student Use of Technology Collaborate, review videos and content, create
recordings of their work Technology
Kunos (Android Tablets) with management system
Rock the Rigor: Using Technology to Propel Students into the 21st Century of Science Learning Jeff Peake and Alexis Rutt, Skyline Middle School Science 5 Transformative:
Personalize learning experience by allowing students to dig deeper into areas of science that interest them.
Student use of technology: Research, collaboration, and design/creativity.
Technology iPads
Technology-enhanced Writing Portfolios
Jill Hagmaier, Nichole Ehlers, Tony Lechota, THMS Writing, 8th Grade Transformative
The writing process will be online. Students can share ideas through class blogs and engage in project-based learning.
Student Use of Technology Research, pre-write, draft and revise writings and
compile digital writing portfolios. Laptops
Viewing the World Through the Lens of Technology Joan Keeley, Grace Satterfield, Cierra Drummond,
Josh Harold, Carolyn Payne, Spotswood Elementary Interdisciplinary, 2nd Grade Transformative
Students use technology to construct knowledge through teacher-guided research, exploration, reading, and presentation.
Students use of Technology: Reading ebooks, research, and presentation
Technology iPads – cluster of 6 per classroom
Writer’s Workshop: The Technology Integrated Classroom Peter Norment, HHS English Transformative:
The writing process will take place online where students can collaborate, share, and get feedback from multiple sources.
Student use of technology: Research, online discussion, peer review, collaboration,
annotation, and assessment. Technology
Chromebooks
Requirements Professional Development
Summer Tech Camp Monthly cohort meetings
Sharing Present to other teachers at faculty meetings and
professional development sessions Present to school board
Evaluation Determine method to evaluate effectiveness of
the pilot
Budget113 379.00 iPads 42,827.00
30 379.00 Chromebooks 11,370.00 47 479.00 Kunos 22,513.00 26 594.76 Latitudes 3300 15,463.76
4 1,009.30 iPad carts 4,037.20
3 839.95 Netbook carts (Kunos and Chromebooks) 2,519.85
1 849.95 Laptop cart 849.95 113 9.13 Covers for iPads 1,031.69
30 6.42 Keyboards 192.60 1 1,182.99 Macbook 1,182.99
101,988.04
Professional Development Teachers
Focus is on teaching practice Administrators
Provide a non-threatening environment with permission to make mistakes
Students Acceptable Use Digital Citizenship
Parents Back to School Night Showcase on class website
Training for Students Care of Devices Appropriate Use Digital Citizenship Tech Support Interns
Visit commonsensemedia.org for resources, including posters, videos, lessons, and planning calendar
http://www.commonsensemedia.org/educators/1to1/phase3
Professional Development “How To”
Care of devices Management of devices Procedures for repairs Support
Professional Development
Components for Teachers: Summer Tech Camp Coursework –
Monthly meetings Online Learning Community Readings
“Professional learning is key to promoting growth, increasing confidence and competency, and getting teachers on board for digital conversion.” -- Mark Edwards
Summer Tech Camp 2013 Collaboration
Google Apps for Education My Big Campus
Creating a Community of Learners Provides a central place for learning Promotes collaboration Offers discussion boards Allows for shared resources, including calendar Facilitates communication between teacher and
students Offers a safe place to learn digital citizenship
Creating a Community of Learners Promotes collaboration Allows for shared resources Integrates with MyBigCampus
National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS*T) Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning
and Creativity Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning
Experiences and Assessments Model Digital-Age Work and Learning Promote and Model Digital Citizenship
and Responsibility Engage in Professional Growth and
Leadershiphttps://www.iste.org/standards/nets-for-teachers
References Argueta, Rodolfo, Ed.D., Jessica Huff, Jennifer Tingen, and Jenifer O. Corn,
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Edwards, Mark. Every Child, Every Day: A Digital Conversion Model for Student Achievement. Boston: Pearson Education, 2013. Print.
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Schwahn, Charles J., and Beatrice McGarvey. Inevitable: Mass Customized Learning - Learning in the Age of Empowerment. Lexington, KY: Chuck Schwahn & Bea McGarvey, 2012. Print.