by Powerful Learning Practice | Apr 9, 2009 | Open Academy Sessions, PLP Live Events
In this session, former NCTE President Kathleen Blake-Yancey talks about the growing importance of reading and writing in our time, how technology is impacting our thinking of how to best teach literacy, and the exciting complexities of this moment in history. Guest...
by Powerful Learning Practice | Apr 3, 2009 | 21st Century Fellows Tools Series, Open Academy Sessions
Virtual worlds have become increasingly popular in recent years as recreational as well as learning environments. Children worldwide are flocking to sites like Club Penguin and Webkinz while adults are exploring Second Life/OpenSim, World of Warcraft and others....
by Powerful Learning Practice | Mar 23, 2009 | 21st Century Fellows Tools Series, Open Academy Sessions
This is part two of our Google Earth sessions. Students can use the tool to explore natural features, historical monuments and characteristics of cities. The greatest power of this tool lies in its ability to promote inquiry-based research and collaborative action....
by Powerful Learning Practice | Mar 12, 2009 | 21st Century Fellows Tools Series, Open Academy Sessions
WordPress MU, the multi-user, open-source platform that is used by Harvard University among other institutions, has enabled teachers to easily post assignments, information for parents and media using the power of read/write technology. We will show how teachers are...
by Powerful Learning Practice | Feb 26, 2009 | 21st Century Fellows Tools Series, Open Academy Sessions
You’ve probably heard about Twitter hundreds of times by now. If you’re still scratching your head and saying “I don’t get Twitter,” this is the session for you. Presenter: Alex Ragone Date: February 26, 2009 Series: 21st Century Fellows...
by Powerful Learning Practice | Feb 25, 2009 | 21st Century Fellows Tools Series, Open Academy Sessions
Learn the basics of this cool tool, which allows users to create virtual “posters.” Elements include hyperlinks, images, text, sound and video files. A quick sample can be viewed here. Presenter: Robin Beaver Date: February 25, 2009 Series: 21st Century...