Inquiring Into Coding
In grade 4 we have been creating animations using Scratch Jr for the past 3 lessons. Day 1 I explained a little bit about start blocks, motion blocks, etc. and the students…
Learning to Comment on Blog Posts
For several weeks the grade 2 students have been writing their "Friday letters" and adding some Portfolio reflections as blog posts. The students now have the hang of uploading text…
University Lessons for the K-5 Classroom
I might be a Michael Wesch I have watched several of his videos and mentioned them in more than one blog post. I first came across him through ds106 back…
Professional Goal: take risks – fail – learn
I was never a fan of SMART goals. 2013. Paula Naugle. CC-licensed (BY-NC-SA) via Accessed , 2016. The idea always sounded good but actually coming up with something each fall…
Blogs and Portfolios – for what purpose?
At school this year we are trialing several digital portfolio platforms with students to reflect on their learning: Teachers and students are very enthusiastic about being able to have documentation…
Transdisciplinary Teaching and Learning
Planning: Grade 1 students had been exploring how their choices can make an impact on relationships. This led to several classroom discussions about feelings and empathy. When I met with…
Time is a Gift
As a Technology Integrator, having the time to help teachers is invaluable. Officially, I have half a teaching load and when you look at my schedule it appears as though…
Technology as a Tool for Thinking
A grade 3 teacher invited me in to his class to help his students learn a Notability workflow and start to consider the different rights and related responsibilities we have.…
The Best Technology for Learning
I use technology for more of my day than I care to I use it for work, to get around, for entertainment and to keep in touch with friends. It…
Learning from Nick Hornby
A few nights ago I attended a special event at the TIFF Bell Lightbox: In Conversation Nick Hornby. I had never attended an author's event before and thoroughly enjoyed it!…