Great start to 2
010!I am going to have a go this year.
I have taken two shots for today, the first day of 2010.
One of our beautiful dog, Dude.
One of our potted bamboo and palms fronting the pool.
Friday, 1 January 2010
Project 365 - Can I do it in 2010?
Great start to 2010!I am going to have a go this year.
I have taken two shots for today, the first day of 2010.
One of our beautiful dog, Dude.
One of our potted bamboo and palms fronting the pool.
Moving Forward after Looking Back in Reflection 2007-2009
At the end of July 2007, I wrote my first blog post ever.
It was all of three lines. I had only a few months earlier begun to take notice of blogs and wikis and this was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.
In September 2007, a couple of months later, I wrote: Reflecting and evaluating web 2.0 learning journey. In this post, I reflected on my web2.0 learning journey and my preliminary thoughts on the value of these tools to teaching. The possibilities seemed endless and exciting.
At the end of October 2007, I took stock again with a post: Reflections on Practice. Where to now? Why? This was an important post in my learning development.
I wrote: "I have just reread the 7 entries I have posted since I set up this blog in July 2007. I am proud of what I have learnt and pleased that I have had the opportunity to dedicate time to this in depth exploration of web 2.0 social networking and learning tools and their application to student and teacher learning."
In the middle of December 2007, I wrote: Not MIA, just busy on other web 2.0 projects.
On January 3 2009, I wrote this post: Looking back to move forward with a plan into 2009.
This was quite a long post beginning with a look at the reflections, resolutions and predictions of people whom I follow. I wrote:
"The twitterverse and blogosphere have been awash with reflective posts on achievements 2008 and forward planning and goal-setting for 2009. Here are some links that will help us keep track of what some of the guru-types are thinking."
On January 8 2009, I wrote this post: Forward to 2009-Professionally Speaking.
As far as my three goals went, only the more frequent blog post goal was achieved. The other two, I could roll into 2010...
Most of my posts in 2009, related to better blogging, using wikis, DERNSW, using google tools and identifying sites of use to teachers.
On December 20 2009, I wrote a round-up post: Just One Post Left in the Pipeline-Forward to 2010
I was pleased that I had finally completed some draft posts. I love the draft feature, but it does make it easy to delay finalising posts and missing timely publication.
Sometimes, over the last 2 years it has been difficult to post regularly. The BlogThis feature on my toolbar is a great tool for collecting people's thoughts and ideas for some personal commentary.
Since July 2007, I have produced 198 posts and each is significant to my thinking about learning and teaching.
In 2010, I plan to write more on:
It was all of three lines. I had only a few months earlier begun to take notice of blogs and wikis and this was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.
In September 2007, a couple of months later, I wrote: Reflecting and evaluating web 2.0 learning journey. In this post, I reflected on my web2.0 learning journey and my preliminary thoughts on the value of these tools to teaching. The possibilities seemed endless and exciting.
At the end of October 2007, I took stock again with a post: Reflections on Practice. Where to now? Why? This was an important post in my learning development.
I wrote: "I have just reread the 7 entries I have posted since I set up this blog in July 2007. I am proud of what I have learnt and pleased that I have had the opportunity to dedicate time to this in depth exploration of web 2.0 social networking and learning tools and their application to student and teacher learning."
In the middle of December 2007, I wrote: Not MIA, just busy on other web 2.0 projects.
On January 3 2009, I wrote this post: Looking back to move forward with a plan into 2009.
This was quite a long post beginning with a look at the reflections, resolutions and predictions of people whom I follow. I wrote:
"The twitterverse and blogosphere have been awash with reflective posts on achievements 2008 and forward planning and goal-setting for 2009. Here are some links that will help us keep track of what some of the guru-types are thinking."
On January 8 2009, I wrote this post: Forward to 2009-Professionally Speaking.
As far as my three goals went, only the more frequent blog post goal was achieved. The other two, I could roll into 2010...
Most of my posts in 2009, related to better blogging, using wikis, DERNSW, using google tools and identifying sites of use to teachers.
On December 20 2009, I wrote a round-up post: Just One Post Left in the Pipeline-Forward to 2010
I was pleased that I had finally completed some draft posts. I love the draft feature, but it does make it easy to delay finalising posts and missing timely publication.
Sometimes, over the last 2 years it has been difficult to post regularly. The BlogThis feature on my toolbar is a great tool for collecting people's thoughts and ideas for some personal commentary.
Since July 2007, I have produced 198 posts and each is significant to my thinking about learning and teaching.
In 2010, I plan to write more on:
- DERNSW laptop successes
- using google search and key tools effectively
- professional learning a professional responsibility
Twitter is Awash with Personal Reflections, Resolutions and Predictions
Many social media types are approaching the promise of learning in the New Year with enthusiasm. The more twitterati reflect, the more I'll add.
Doug Johnson provides some personal and professional. I like the term "oughts-decade".
@djainslie has a post with a PLN survey. With this retweet, I found someone new to follow.
@ian_gs has a look back on 2009 with links to his most popular posts.
@timbuckteeth has a post "Noughties ... but nice" in which he overviews some of the "personal technological innovations" that emerged in the decade.
@olliebray writes this post on his blog with links to: Education hopes for 2010 at TESS Scotland
@ozge has written: How to survive in 2010 - digitally.
@mrmitchell has written Predictions for 2010 and Reflections on 2009
Stephen W Anderson @web20classroom reports that this was his most popular post in 2009. It is certainly worth some reflection. "You Want Me To Use This In My Classroom? What's The Point?"
@nashworld tweeted about his building principal's @JeanetteWstfall first-semester reflection and reverie.
The technology predictions of ReadWriteWeb @rww are always worth a read.
Doug Johnson provides some personal and professional. I like the term "oughts-decade".
@djainslie has a post with a PLN survey. With this retweet, I found someone new to follow.
@ian_gs has a look back on 2009 with links to his most popular posts.
@timbuckteeth has a post "Noughties ... but nice" in which he overviews some of the "personal technological innovations" that emerged in the decade.
@olliebray writes this post on his blog with links to: Education hopes for 2010 at TESS Scotland
@ozge has written: How to survive in 2010 - digitally.
@mrmitchell has written Predictions for 2010 and Reflections on 2009
Stephen W Anderson @web20classroom reports that this was his most popular post in 2009. It is certainly worth some reflection. "You Want Me To Use This In My Classroom? What's The Point?"
@nashworld tweeted about his building principal's @JeanetteWstfall first-semester reflection and reverie.
The technology predictions of ReadWriteWeb @rww are always worth a read.
What Readers Of This Blog Learned In 2009 | Larry Ferlazzo's Websites of the Day...
What Readers Of This Blog Learned In 2009 | Larry Ferlazzo's Websites of the Day...:
Another innovative technique by @larryferlazzo
As I have indicated on Twitter and to my workplace colleagues, Larry's blog is an absolute must-follow, if you want well-reviewed websites for content or tools. Now, that he is on Twitter it is even easier to keep up with his great finds.
I wrote:
"I am a techy-type teacher and always-on learner from way-back.
In 2009, I have learnt that:
*the pace of change in what constitutes effective teaching practice is seriously challenging most teachers. This has resulted in a dire need for many to update their practice. The notion of being a lifelong learner has never been so relevant for genuine educators. This is a non-negotiable, individual responsibility.
*web2.0 social media tools should be thoroughly assessed before teachers consider there use with students. This assessment would incorporate all the standard website content, functionality, age-suitability and eligibility criteria.
*being youngish does not necessarily mean that effective teaching practice using computing technology will automatically occur. The capacity to select online resources and tools that will achieve identified learning outcomes is the key.
Finally, 2010 will be even more exciting."
Another innovative technique by @larryferlazzo
As I have indicated on Twitter and to my workplace colleagues, Larry's blog is an absolute must-follow, if you want well-reviewed websites for content or tools. Now, that he is on Twitter it is even easier to keep up with his great finds.
I wrote:
"I am a techy-type teacher and always-on learner from way-back.
In 2009, I have learnt that:
*the pace of change in what constitutes effective teaching practice is seriously challenging most teachers. This has resulted in a dire need for many to update their practice. The notion of being a lifelong learner has never been so relevant for genuine educators. This is a non-negotiable, individual responsibility.
*web2.0 social media tools should be thoroughly assessed before teachers consider there use with students. This assessment would incorporate all the standard website content, functionality, age-suitability and eligibility criteria.
*being youngish does not necessarily mean that effective teaching practice using computing technology will automatically occur. The capacity to select online resources and tools that will achieve identified learning outcomes is the key.
Finally, 2010 will be even more exciting."
Expand Your Sphere of Controversy to Improve Innovation � Innovation Strategy � Innovation Leadership Network
Expand Your Sphere of Controversy to Improve Innovation � Innovation Strategy � Innovation Leadership Network:
This post and blog was found via @timkastelle
The authors write:
"One of the biggest barriers to innovation that I see in firms is this: “That’s the way we’ve always done it.” I’m sure you’ve heard it yourself – when I hear people say that it just drives me crazy. It’s always used as a way to kill a new idea. I ran across an interesting post yesterday by Jay Rosen from NYU that gave me an idea for how to get around this problem."
The notion of "Spheres of consensus, legitimate controversy and deviance" as a framework for understanding the types of discussions or debates that we have in our organisations is worthy of exploration in the workplace. This would include schools in this time of rapid change propelled by forces for innovation.
This post and blog was found via @timkastelle
The authors write:
"One of the biggest barriers to innovation that I see in firms is this: “That’s the way we’ve always done it.” I’m sure you’ve heard it yourself – when I hear people say that it just drives me crazy. It’s always used as a way to kill a new idea. I ran across an interesting post yesterday by Jay Rosen from NYU that gave me an idea for how to get around this problem."
The notion of "Spheres of consensus, legitimate controversy and deviance" as a framework for understanding the types of discussions or debates that we have in our organisations is worthy of exploration in the workplace. This would include schools in this time of rapid change propelled by forces for innovation.
How To Use An Apostrophe - The Oatmeal
How To Use An Apostrophe - The Oatmeal
This is a very useful way of presenting on a poorly understood and difficult grammatical concept.
The work on misspelling is also an interesting read.
Has @Oatmeal got it all correct?
This is a very useful way of presenting on a poorly understood and difficult grammatical concept.
The work on misspelling is also an interesting read.
Has @Oatmeal got it all correct?
Thursday, 31 December 2009
Laptops all go: 1:1 Learning Initiatives across the World
Laptop learning across the world. My google alert is sending me links to projects and reports each day. These links provide insight into the conversations and learning being generated by the many 1:1 projects across the world.
The Enhanced Learning Strategy, a mid 90s project in Canada looks interesting.
Orono High School and the Maine Learning Technology Initiative’s 1-to-1 laptop program for schools
Wesley Fryer, @wfryer wrote a series of posts on an Oklahoma 1:1 project. Speakers from other states and countries were involved. Take the time to read all the posts and follow other links.
In NSW, Australia, not everyone was convinced at the end of 2008, it appears.
School head slams NSW netbook plan | The Australian:
"The head of one of the biggest public high schools in NSW has launched an extraordinary attack on the state government over its plan to spend commonwealth money on giving a mini-laptop or netbook to every senior student."
My thoughts:
Hopefully, the huge amount of resourcing and support for DERNSW as laptops arrive in schools will be removing any lingering doubts.
During 2009, the momentum and excitement generated in schools as this program rolled-out has been noted in the media and across professional networks.
2010 will be a telling time for this change-forcing, paradigm-shifting project.
In the short term, I predict very positive outcomes through quality teaching and increased student engagement. In the long term, time will tell and all eyes will be watching.
DERNSW is a work in progress.
The Enhanced Learning Strategy, a mid 90s project in Canada looks interesting.
Orono High School and the Maine Learning Technology Initiative’s 1-to-1 laptop program for schools
Wesley Fryer, @wfryer wrote a series of posts on an Oklahoma 1:1 project. Speakers from other states and countries were involved. Take the time to read all the posts and follow other links.
In NSW, Australia, not everyone was convinced at the end of 2008, it appears.
School head slams NSW netbook plan | The Australian:
"The head of one of the biggest public high schools in NSW has launched an extraordinary attack on the state government over its plan to spend commonwealth money on giving a mini-laptop or netbook to every senior student."
My thoughts:
Hopefully, the huge amount of resourcing and support for DERNSW as laptops arrive in schools will be removing any lingering doubts.
During 2009, the momentum and excitement generated in schools as this program rolled-out has been noted in the media and across professional networks.
2010 will be a telling time for this change-forcing, paradigm-shifting project.
In the short term, I predict very positive outcomes through quality teaching and increased student engagement. In the long term, time will tell and all eyes will be watching.
DERNSW is a work in progress.
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