Using technology to engage today's learners
Engaging Digital Minds
21st Century Skills
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Life and Career Skills
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Learning and Innovation Skills (4 Cs)
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Critical Thinking
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Communication
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Collaboration
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Creativity
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Common Core State Standards
“The need to conduct research and to produce and consume media is embedded into every aspect of today’s curriculum.”
So, why use technology at all?
National Educational Technology Standards for Students
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Creativity & Innovation
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Communication & Collaboration
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Research & Information Fluency
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Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving, & Decision-Making
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Digital Citizenship
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Technology Operations & Concepts
Differentiation
“Technology changes the way teachers teach, offering educators effective ways to reach different types of learners and assess student understanding through multiple means."
Student Engagement
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Work with peers
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Work with technology
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Connect to the real world
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Show passion
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Get moving
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Use visuals
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Provide choice
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Understand your students
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Mix it up
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Be human
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