"I always plan my lessons but I don't like go use given plans anymore as they restrict too much.
There are always those in charge who feel the need to prescribe plans for their teams, departments or schools but this restricts true…"
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Lesson Plan Portfolios: Is there a 'best' format or resource?
Started this discussion. Last reply by veegee Nov 1, 2010. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Do you use a specific lesson plan website or set of websites when planning lessons? Do they have a specific format? I've seen many sites with carefully crafted lesson plans, but I wonder, do teachers…Continue
Tags: expert, teachers, new, planning, curriculum
Android use/apps in classroom?
Started Jun 18, 2010 0 Replies 0 Likes
While iPod touches are proliferating in the classroom, is anyone considering using android mobile devices (without phone subscriptions) ?What do you think about the future of using mobile devices…Continue
Personal Learning Networks (PLNs) and Classroom2.0
Started May 24, 2010 0 Replies 0 Likes
Hi all,After my brief exchange with Harry about PLNs and a great, informative conversation with Steve H, I was hoping some of you might respond to the following question: How has Classroom2.0 enabled…Continue
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veegee replied to Elizabeth Bonsignore's discussion Lesson Plan Portfolios: Is there a 'best' format or resource?
Elizabeth Bonsignore replied to Elizabeth Bonsignore's discussion Lesson Plan Portfolios: Is there a 'best' format or resource?"Terry,
I'm curious, if you don't mind sharing -- What part of the lesson did your reviewers find confusing? Are the reviewers professors in an Ed. Program, or teachers themselves...?) Did they point you to any "best practice"…"
Terry Fonseca replied to Elizabeth Bonsignore's discussion Lesson Plan Portfolios: Is there a 'best' format or resource?"I am a student and just created my first lesson plan. The reviewers found a part of the lesson a little confusing. I would be a good candidate for learning from other's lesson plans! I was wondering if there are any sites that compile lesson…"
Knox Phillips replied to Elizabeth Bonsignore's discussion Lesson Plan Portfolios: Is there a 'best' format or resource?"Hi Elizabeth,
Yeah I agree, I never use a lesson plan verbatim, but I do find it helpful if I'm stuck, especially if there's a clever way to present something that I haven't thought of. And no, I don't teach online. I'm in…"
Jessica Kaspar replied to Elizabeth Bonsignore's discussion Lesson Plan Portfolios: Is there a 'best' format or resource?"Great question Elizabeth! I've come across tons of websites with all kinds of lesson plans and ideas and I, too, would love to hear from more experienced teachers on how they use and implement some into their classrooms. In addition, I also…"
Elizabeth Bonsignore replied to Elizabeth Bonsignore's discussion Lesson Plan Portfolios: Is there a 'best' format or resource?"Hi Knox,
Thanks much for your ideas and links! I'd love to hear from more teachers, too. Do you think more experienced teachers actually use lesson plan templates, or do they mostly create their own? I've heard mixed reactions. Mostly, I…"
Knox Phillips replied to Elizabeth Bonsignore's discussion Lesson Plan Portfolios: Is there a 'best' format or resource?"Hi Elizabeth,
I haven't been here (or even really been a teacher) for that long, but I have found a couple of resources I like when I'm trying to put together lesson plans: This site has a great directory of lesson planning resources:…"
Elizabeth Bonsignore posted a discussionLesson Plan Portfolios: Is there a 'best' format or resource?
Do you use a specific lesson plan website or set of websites when planning lessons? Do they have a specific format? I've seen many sites with carefully crafted lesson plans, but I wonder, do teachers really use them? If so, how? How much do you tweak it? Do new teachers need "standard" lesson plans, and then, once they're experienced, do they use them or just "wing it?" Do you like to use specific formats from sites like the International Reading Association, Scholastic, Teachers' Network,…See More
Elizabeth Bonsignore replied to Laura Frauenberg's discussion Ipod Touch"Has anyone considered using this (new) iPod Touch app in their classes? Augmented Reality Interactive Storytelling (ARIS) Here's a link to a Chronicle for Higher Education article about it:…"
Elizabeth Bonsignore replied to Susan Wells's discussion iPod Touch Schoolwide Implementation"Susan,
If you forwarded a link to information on the university study (and the survey questions you mentioned here to Mark), could you re-forward?
Thanks!"
Elizabeth Bonsignore posted a discussionAndroid use/apps in classroom?
While iPod touches are proliferating in the classroom, is anyone considering using android mobile devices (without phone subscriptions) ?What do you think about the future of using mobile devices based on the more open source android operating system over iPod touches?There is a debate among some of my university friends as to which device will ultimately be more useful in the classroom (they're a mixture of computer science and design folks).See More
Elizabeth Bonsignore replied to Susan Wells's discussion iPod Touch Schoolwide Implementation"Thanks much Denise (and all) for your recommendations on the sync carts and mics, etc. It's been helpful! Did any of you apply for grants to augment your funds, or did you work within the school budgets alone (or did your school have some funds…"
Elizabeth Bonsignore replied to Susan Wells's discussion iPod Touch Schoolwide Implementation"Thanks, Brad!
What type of mic would you recommend? I saw a mini-mic on Amazon for ~$3 USD, but it got mixed reviews, and others in the range of ~$15 USD (rap cap and thumbtacks).
Also, is there a good mic/headset combo out there? (Skype calls,…"
Elizabeth Bonsignore replied to Susan Wells's discussion iPod Touch Schoolwide Implementation"I've been trying to gather information about the costs of buying a "set" of iPod touches for classroom use (estimating about 20-24 total), plus a sync cart, if we can swing it.
How have others bought their iPod Touches for similar…"
Elizabeth Bonsignore replied to Susan Wells's discussion iPod Touch Schoolwide Implementation"Ditto Roger and Denise -- I've been following Susan's thread for almost a year now and I find it incredibly valuable. I'm a complete n00b though, I have only used the iPhone and older iPod touches in a university lab.
I have a…"
Elizabeth Bonsignore posted a discussionPersonal Learning Networks (PLNs) and Classroom2.0
Hi all,After my brief exchange with Harry about PLNs and a great, informative conversation with Steve H, I was hoping some of you might respond to the following question: How has Classroom2.0 enabled you to establish or extend your personallearning network into physical meet-ups and working relationships?(suchas meetings in local school districts, Classroom2.0 local 'workshops,'or Blogger Cafe meet-ups, -- esp. keeping ISTE's EduBloggerCon in mind =)Have you maintained working relationships…See More
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- Currently a student and mom of 2 wonderful, curious, active boys (5 & 8 a/o 2010).
Formerly a government employee in an information agency and a Naval officer who got to travel the world!
I am asian-american - my mother is from Okinawa and I was born there.
Comment Wall (8 comments)
- At 5:59pm on June 21, 2010,
Denise Plain said… - Hi Elizabeth,
We're still learning how to use the ipods effectively. We have a booking system whereby classes book them in half hour blocks.
I'm in the process of getting our year 6 kids to write, then create a video explaining how to use an ipod - will be useful for staff and students (I hope!!)
Cheers
Denise
- At 5:39am on May 22, 2010,
Harry Wood said… - No prob -- I actually did go back and added my Twitter info.
Oh boy --- your question is actually a good one! The answer is --- there is no simple answer. What you said is part of the problem, yes. Lots of deaf/hard of hearing students miss the phonemic level of English because they have a hearing loss. But that's not all. It could be a lack of access to the language, it could be parent involvement, it could be late identification of the hearing loss, which also leads to late exposure to the language, or it could combination of some or all of these. There are so many more factors involved. It is such a complicated challenge.
The best thing to do, IMO, is that they need to be identified at birth if they are at risk for a hearing loss, then expose them to a language (whether it is English or American Sign Language) to lay that critical foundation for learning. I believe once a language is established, it will allow learning of other languages.
That's basically it in a nutshell for now. More later if you are interested.
Who/what do you teach?
- At 5:49am on April 27, 2010,
Barry Ludvik said… - Thanks for the comment. Yes, I think having others provide questions is a great idea and I would welcome any that you have. Spread the word about the poll if you like, the more we have in the discussions the more meaningful they will be.
Barry
- At 9:05pm on April 23, 2010,
Annie Edwards said… - Elizabeth I do not know the different between a groupie and a friend. Not only that but I don't seem to be able to invite.
- At 6:08pm on April 10, 2010,
Jonathan Wylie said… - Thanks for adding me as a colleague. I'm glad you like my blog.
- At 11:58am on April 8, 2010,
Nancy Bosch said…
- Sure!
- At 11:48am on April 8, 2010,
- I have no idea but here is a guess....a friend is a one-to-one. A person has to ask you to be your friend. I would guess a 'groupie' is a one-to-many--sounds like a cyber-stalker to me. haha
- At 4:44pm on April 4, 2010,
Christine Southard said… - Hi Beth! It was wonderful speaking with you yesterday. Keep in touch!
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