Independent+Learning+Community-Kalm

==== For students to be successful in using technology educators must take a step-by-step approach. Over the course of the school year I have gradually introduced various presentation tools. In a collaborative effort with our schools' LTE, we organized whole group lessons on the use of email, Taxedo, Prezi, Woordle,Power Point, and Excel (basic.) We also modeled the proper way to research information via our school's website and cite information correctly. ====

==== Intial lessons were completed over the course of two weeks during the first quarter of school. During second quarter the students put their knowledge of technology into action by completing a research project. Attached to the wiki is the first quarter project sample. This project required research and application guidance. During third and fourth quarter students were given a topic to research, a rubric, and were allowed to complete a technology piece. The students took ownership of their learning by collaborating in small groups and needed minimal teacher guidance. ====

====Bringing technology into our literature circles has greatly enhanced student learning. It provides a high level of student engagement and even the shy students began to feel comfortable with participation.====

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__CDE Standards Website__ Common Core Standards

__**The ISTE NETS and Performance Indicators for Students and Teachers (NETS•S) are what I use as a guidance when planning technology based projects**__. __** **__

==== Video of Robert Sternberg discussing his study of Intelligence. The video gives the important perspective on how to be flexible and cognisant of the various styles of learning that educators see in their classrooms. ====

Torrie Kalm 5th Grade Teacher Christa McAuliffe Elementary kalmtl@d11.org