Pedagogy Essentials (1 Iowa LRC – Self Study)
“Tap into educational theory that results in improved student learning.”
Type of course: Self-Study
Course Description:
Teaching amongst the technological advances of the 21st century, brings with it unique challenges of combining education and theory with classroom practice. This three part course is designed to provide teachers the background knowledge and resources […]
What is Place Based Learning and how can it be used in your Curriculum?
With Place Based Learning you can enhance education for you students. Learn what Place Based Learning is and how it can be used in your teaching.
What is Place Based Learning?
Did you think that the classroom was the only teaching place for students? If yes, then think again. Using Place based education, you can […]
Using Wikis in the Classroom
A wiki is simply a website that can easily be edited by many people. Users don’t need any specialized computer training and can add content with just a few clicks of a mouse.
Wikis in the classroom context can be used to collect and share resources for presentations and workshops. They can also be […]
Gifted and Talented Teaching Resources for Independent Learning
Independent learning is fostered by an environment that is sensitive, flexible, and responsive to the needs of the student. It involves a healthy interactive process between the teacher and learner that encourages the student’s intellectual development and capacity for independent and reflective judgment. This is a student-centered learning model.
More than the traditional role learning […]
6 TOP PICKS: Quick Hit Learning Resources
Mark Twain said, “When I was a boy of 14, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be 21, I was astonished at how much the old man had learned in seven years.” Throughout our lives we are both teachers […]
Create Video & Edit Photos
The newest additions to the Teacher Toolbar include:
StoryBlender
Blend Studio lets you make your own custom web videos! Use your photos, webcam video and audio, YouTube videos, custom animations, and more!
Make Me Talk lets you add your voice to photos of your family and friends, politicians, celebrities, animals… whatever!
E-card Creator but with your photos […]
