Whether Students can Write or Not! Some learners are naturally good at taking notes. Yet, some students just can’t seem to figure out what is important and what is not, what to write and what to leave out. And then, there are students who simply can’t listen and write at the same time. So, to have t [...]
Is "collecting" information a worthwhile endeavor during valuable classroom time? It seems the answer to that question lies in a teacher's ability to discern exactly what type of curation meets the educational objectives of the lesson. We have to look at the process of implementing technology in education as a value added activity that goes beyond collecting and classifying information under certain themes or topics.
When we look at Evernote from a "technology in education" standpoint, there are many ways this tool can be useful. One can browse the web and find an interesting website that relates to research being done for an article or paper then click on the plug-in icon in the browser that will send that webpage directly to the file folder of choice in Evernote.
Student learning time increases when children understand the difference between tattling and reporting. Yet, children's observations can help teachers know what is happening when they are not present or when their attention is elsewhere. Allowing students an opportunity to share their serious concerns is a necessary component of a positive school environment.
Something amazing happens when a teacher introduces a timer into the classroom process. Students take notice and are often motivated at the idea of racing the clock.