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To dos
To dos
Blog
about new perspectives of technology in mathematics education e.g. Technology
as a platform for learning and teaching. Technology is more than something
integrated into an old style curriculum. But rather it is integral* to a modern
learning curriculum that is designed for 21st century learning. What
this actually looks like will be shared by the CLIME community as we
investigate how to improve math learning and how technology supports that.
Make CLIME a learning, social media hub
for discussing modern math learning issues with a focus on learning with math
educators interested in technology as a platform for math. Further details to be determined.
Encourage
young teachers (e.g. MTBoS folks) to participate in the CLIME hub and thus
become a part of the NCTM network.
Emphasize that technology helps bridge the divide between the haves and have nots. CLIME will collect stories how districts are making sure that ALL their students have access to computer devices.
Emphasize that technology helps bridge the divide between the haves and have nots. CLIME will collect stories how districts are making sure that ALL their students have access to computer devices.
Research
and share promising curriculum initiatives (e.g. Interactive Mathematics
Project – IMP – now distributed by It's About Time) and new resources like Desmos’
new Geometry tool.
Share modern learning classroom models. Example: David Thornburg's From the Campfire to the Holodeck: Creating Engaging and Powerful 21st Century Learning Environments.
Suggest
alternative curriculum paths for learning and teaching. The MET schools (Bigpicture.org) is an example. Here’s a sample
of a student’s experience enrolled in a BP school.
Stay
in touch with Matt Larson and follow NCTM president’s messages suggesting
alternatives to current math education trends.
Share
CLIME’s motto: Good Learning drives Good
Teaching via a technological platform which means…. Using tech tools is a
great movitator for learning. Teachers respond by supporting the learning
through coaching and just being “a guide on the side.” Teachers provide the
context as they custom tailor four areas of student engagement: curriculum,
resources, environment, and assessment through the integral use of technology.
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*Integrate means to combine (one thing) with another so that they become a whole; Integral makes that whole complete.
I'm interested in how we can incorporate ideas around equity and access to technology in our work? How can we make sure that ALL students have appropriate access to technology and time to learn how to use it?
ReplyDeleteI'll definitely bring up this issue at the Affiliates Conference in Baltimore this weekend.
DeleteI didn't have to bring up the issue, David, it was the theme of the conference. I'll be posting about it soon.
DeleteYes, let's make that another CLIME to do. How shall we phrase it? How does this sound? CLIME shall focus on issues related to how CLIME can incorporate ideas around equity and access to technology.
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