January 1, 2012
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“To fulfill the promise of digital citizenship, Americans must acquire multimedia communication skills that include the ability to compose messages using language, graphic design, images, and sound, and know how to use these skills to engage in the civic life … Continue reading
October 5, 2009
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This year I’ve decided to add Photo Story 3 to my workshop offerings. I don’t know why I’ve waited so long to introduce teachers and students to this extremely user-friendly program. For a number of reasons (and I’ll limit myself … Continue reading
September 6, 2009
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I’ve known Glen Bledsoe for about eight years, through our mutual association with the National Writing Project. Whenever I have the opportunity to participate in one of his workshops, poster sessions, or panel discussions, I am blown away by both … Continue reading
March 8, 2009
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Due to very iffy wifi connections, I was not able to do much live blogging from CUE (although I did Tweet much of the conference). Here are a few of the gems from the Wednesday pre-Cue EdubloggerCon-West meet up (Thank … Continue reading
February 7, 2009
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I first learned of the Bay Area Writing Project when my daughter was in 2nd grade at Rooftop Elementary School in San Francisco. At a PTA meeting, teachers enthusiastically shared how a summer institute across the bay had completely changed … Continue reading
November 27, 2008
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I love being part of the ACE group, which always offers a Monday hands-on tech session at NCTE. Each year, I walk away with a deeper understanding of what 21st century teaching is all about. Rich Rice opened the workshop … Continue reading
November 26, 2008
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It was my privilege to join Monica Edinger and William Teale for an early Sunday morning NCTE session, Ports of Entry. I’ve known Monica – and stood in awe of her work – for close to ten years, so I … Continue reading
November 11, 2008
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I’ve blogged about Mathew Needleman before. Since attending his CUE 08 presentation, I’ve been following his blog and have even written videoconferencing sessions with Mathew into my district’s current EETT grant. But if you haven’t had the pleasure of meeting … Continue reading
August 22, 2008
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“I think the big mistake in schools is trying to teach children anything, and by using fear as the basic motivation. Fear of getting failing grades, fear of not staying with your class, etc. Interest can produce learning on a … Continue reading
July 22, 2008
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Helen Barrett is sharing her commitment to life-long portfolios and building the argument for portfolios in our own personal lives, not just for our students. Recommended book: The Power of Portfolios by Elizabeth Hebert – Aimed at elementary level. Link … Continue reading