Here are some ways that ‘digitizing’ assignments to meet ISTE’s standards can improve and enrich student learning. As an example, I’ll describe how I intend to use the standards to inform my implementation of a makerspace within my 5th grade classroom next semester.
These are just a few of the ways that our classroom makerspace, already a great chance for authentic learning and innovation, can be made an even richer experience by working to meet ISTE’s Student Standards. What are some other ways to improve our makerspace experience with tech? Share your ideas in the comments section! UPDATE (2016-7-7): I've created some resources and an exemplar for my students to use during their makerspace presentations. Check it out!
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Al
7/6/2016 17:40:22
I can't wait for PhD with you!! Like the way you see things!
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7/7/2016 13:36:07
Really excited to move forward on that once we finish out time in this course, study buddy!
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I really like the idea of a makerspace. After starting at Uchon, I entertained the idea and wished I had the opportunity to get something going. But I dig what you have in mind. It would be cool to have a corner in the back of the room with a computer or tablet for students to access, with apps ready to go, or a camera in the wings if students wanted to record something.
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7/7/2016 13:38:10
I'm going to start something small after summer vacation as as test run for next year. I'll keep you updated on how it works out, and maybe our grades can collaborate on a proposal for some funding for next year!
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7/7/2016 14:25:03
Great examples for digitizing assignments! We will have to talk makerspace soon. My school has been trying to get one up and running, and it has been a very slow process.
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Matthew Boomhower is a mid-career educator with 18 years of classroom teaching and educational leadership experience. He is Head of Innovation & Learning at an international school in Malaysia and is a proud husband and father. Archives
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