Please don't wake me if I'm dreaming because this is TOO good! I've been busy getting our class set of iPad minis ready to start the year. I have labelled cords to help students quickly find their device and return it to the proper charging station. We are not allowed to mark cases because we will redistribute them throughout the year as needed. We will use a student picture for the screensaver to identify the device, but I was worried about charging them. How would they identify their device the next day? They will now match their magic number to the proper cord. My only concern is how long the tabs will last since they are only address labels. If you have improvement ideas, I'd love to hear them! I can't wait to use these tools within our daily routines. Thank you Maryville City and all shareholders for your support in making this moment happen.
Project-Based Learning is also often called problem-based or challenge-based learning. Whatever you call it, it involves a real-world problem and students using innovative ways to find a solution. There is not one answer held within the teacher's hand. There are multiple possibilities, and the students are encouraged to explore them. Project-based learning encourages creative thinking and allows students to apply information not simply reproduce it. In the Prezi attached, you will see a 1st grade project-based lesson where students are solving a potential real-world problem. Padlet, QR codes, and Subtext are resources used within the project. The student outcome is an Adobe Voice presentation prepared for our Director of Schools. Follow the adobe link to view a student sample. http://www.prezi.com/mofowenxiwxb/ At the beginning of the year, I give each parent a resource folder. It is filled with information they can reference throughout the school year. It has spelling and high frequency word lists for the year, suggestions for studying and decoding words, and general information about our schedule and procedures. It also has step by step directions to finding AR books for their child based on their ZPD. This folder is kept at home and items can be added to it throughout the year. This is just one more way to keep parents informed! As I continue to prepare for my upcoming school year and the adventure of a 1:1 initiative, I have put together my top app choices for productivity and creativity. I do not plan to use my iPad minis for much play, games, or drill, although I realize there are many apps designed for 1st grade entertainment. I believe a better purpose in devices is increasing students' outlets for publication and communication. Our devices will enhance what we are learning by helping us explore deeper and create incredible products to share. If you have questions about how I plan to use an app in the attached photo, please don't hesitate to ask! At ISTE 2014, we had the exciting opportunity to meet the creator and developer of padlet.com, Nitesh. Teachers, if you are not using padlet in your classroom, you need to check it out! It can be used for all content areas and in various ways. You can have your students collect information and post their research findings. Students can respond to questions you post or watch videos within the padlet wall. Another plus is padlet's ability to embed YouTube videos without the advertisements! Set up an account and start building your 1st padlet wall! |
Dee Dulin1st grade teacher infusing STEM, PBL, and 1:1 mini-ipads Archives
February 2017
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