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How do students and teachers feel about using cell phones for learning?
Started Apr 20, 2010 0 Replies 0 Likes
As educators we often make decisions for students without ever getting their feedback. Have you ever wondered how students feel about using cell phones in school? I have and I am interested in…Continue
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Willyn Webb posted a discussionCell Phones for Literacy
Willyn Webb: Colorado Christian University, Colorado Mesa University, Delta Opportunity SchoolCo-Presenter Name(s): Lisa Nielsen, DOS studentsArea of the World from Which You Will Present: Delta, ColoradoLanguage in Which You Will Present: EnglishTarget Audience(s): Educators grades 5-12Short Session Description (one line): Texting is a free tool to support student engagement and achievement in reading and writing.Full Session Description (as long as you would like): Cell phones are a terrific…See More
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Unable to visit classrooms across the country in person, this video was created so that students can experience the storytime and meet the author!http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WoTYcUdrAjUSee More
Willyn Webb replied to Liz Klein's discussion Ways to work around the no cell phone rule in the classroom in the group Cell Phones in Education"In our book, "Teaching Generation Text: Using Cell Phones to Enhance Learning" we offer many ideas for using phones for homework. Homework, is actually my favorite way to use them. I use Celly for a group text to all of my…"
Willyn Webb commented on Lisa Nielsen's group Cell Phones in Education"Just a reminder that "Teaching Generation Text: Using Cell Phones to Enhance Learning" the book inspired by this group is now available. We would love to speak to your school, train teachers, and get more people on board embracing…"
Willyn Webb commented on Lisa Nielsen's group Cell Phones in Education"The book is out, Teaching Generation Text: Using Cell Phones to Enhance Learning! There is a lot of press and some heated debates going on regarding cell phone bans! Check out the U S News & World Report…"
Willyn Webb commented on Lisa Nielsen's group Cell Phones in Education"For all of you wanting to address policy in your districts and learn more about the wealth of tools available for using cell phones for learning I am teaching an online class, perfect for your summer professional development. It is called…"
Willyn Webb commented on Lisa Nielsen's group Cell Phones in Education"Anna,
I have used Wiffiti a number of ways for learning. One particular use that sticks out is during a Life Skills class at the alternative high school where I am the counselor. I was talking with the students about their future and…"
Willyn Webb commented on Lisa Nielsen's group Cell Phones in Education"Dana...well said. How interesting to compare having phones all the time with the old adage about the brain. I'd love to quote you on that on the teaching generation text blog. My advice is start using your phone for…"
Willyn Webb commented on Lisa Nielsen's group Cell Phones in Education"Lindsay...homework is the way to go! Set up group texting for your class and text them with homework questions, which they can send their answers into Poll Everywhere or Wiffiti or send out thoughts to start them thinking about the lesson…"
Willyn Webb commented on Lisa Nielsen's group Cell Phones in Education"Hi Rachel,
Awesome that you are using Polleverywhere with families and at back to school night! Our book is for 5th-12 grade teachers. Most of the cell phones originate from home, although there are some schools who have gotten community…"
Willyn Webb commented on Lisa Nielsen's group Cell Phones in Education"Hi Deborah,
There are ways to use cell phones in math. We have a couple of example lessons in our upcoming book, "Teaching Generation Text," which will be out in Oct. If you'd like I could send you some ideas out of it…"
Willyn Webb replied to Willyn Webb's discussion Action Plans for Policy Change in the group Cell Phones in Education"Here is the link to the course:
http://www.mesastate.edu/online/gentext.html
Here is the link to the book:
www.wiley.com/buy/9781118076873
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Willyn Webb added a discussion to the group Cell Phones in Education
Action Plans for Policy Change
I'm teaching an online, continuing ed (2 credits) course for Mesa State College. It is open enrollment. One of the assignments is to write an action plan for addressing policy in your school or district using the material and suggestions in the book, "Teaching Generation Text." If any of you have success stories or ideas to share, we love to read your posts.Thanks!See More
Willyn Webb replied to Dawn Huston's discussion Cell Phone Projects in the group Cell Phones in Education"Would you like to read the chapter in our book about policy? I think it would really help and we'd love your feedback and stories. I could invite you onto the googledoc of it, just let me know! Good for you on going after policy change!!!"
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Comment Wall (5 comments)
- At 6:47am on April 4, 2011,
Daniel Long said… Good Morning... I'd love to preview the chapters if that's still a possibility!
Dan
- At 5:03pm on June 21, 2010,
Jeff Kohls said… - Sure. Direct message me with contact info, if it's not too late, and I'll do what I can to assist you.
- At 8:31am on December 7, 2009,
Lisa Nielsen said…
- Hi Willyn,
I heard your voicemail. Can you please email me at lnielsen.professional@gmail.com with some details about the book? Because I work for the NYC DOE one thing I need to be concerned about is that I likely couldn't accept proceeds, but would want any donated to Donor's Choose under my name, the other issue, is I would need to get approval.
Anyhow, I'm definitely interested, so shot me an overview and we'll schedule a time to talk soon.
Lisa
- At 4:16pm on December 4, 2009,
Tammie Hall said… - Thank you. I have been trying to find someone for two weeks, you are the only one who responded.
- At 9:06am on December 4, 2009, Tammie Hall said…
- I am working on an assignment for a graduate class. I have had a really hard time finding someone to interview that has used cell phones as a tool in the classroom. This assignment is now due this weekend. I would really appreciate it if you wouldn't mind answering a few questions. It doesn't have to be lengthy answers.
1. Give an overview of the assignment used.
2. What grade level/subject do you teach, and at what school?
3. What is the school/district policy of cell phone use in the classroom?
Did you have to get special permission?
4. How did the parents react?
5. What type of challenges did you face, including technical challenges?
6. Do you have any suggestions for other teachers who want to implement the use of cell phones in their classrooms?
Sincerely,
Tammie Hall
Media Lab Specialist
Wilkes University Educational Instructional Media Graduate Student
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