Microsoft, Michigan Department of Education and Michigan Virtual University
offer CareerForward to help students prepare for a 21st-century workplace.
http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2008/dec08/12-02CareerForwardPR.msp
x
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Free Online Career Development Course Now Available to 16 Million Students Nationwide
Thanks to Larry for this information!
Friday, December 12, 2008
FW: [RETAzens Blog] [NMSUWebinars] Spring Webinar Schedule
The last notice had an error, here it is again:
Dear Educator,
RETA would like to invite you to visit our website, http://webinars.nmsu.edu, to
view our recently updated Spring Webinar schedule under the K-12 Educators section!
We are very excited to inform you that we NOW have two different Webinar Strands.
RETA Webinar Series: Increasing Interaction with Audio/Video Tools will
take place on Mondays at 6:00pm MST.
RETA Webinar Series: eLearning with Emerging Technologies will take place
on Thursdays at 6:00pm MST.
The RETA team has prepared these two great series of professional
development webinars to help you learn practical and effective technology
skills to engage your 21st century learners. We continue to be committed
to providing you with "free", innovative webinars that fit into your busy
schedule. Let us support you as you begin implementing technology tools
and techniques in your 21st century classroom.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague, and raise your eQ with us.
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Dear Educator,
RETA would like to invite you to visit our website, http://webinars.nmsu.edu, to
view our recently updated Spring Webinar schedule under the K-12 Educators section!
We are very excited to inform you that we NOW have two different Webinar Strands.
RETA Webinar Series: Increasing Interaction with Audio/Video Tools will
take place on Mondays at 6:00pm MST.
RETA Webinar Series: eLearning with Emerging Technologies will take place
on Thursdays at 6:00pm MST.
The RETA team has prepared these two great series of professional
development webinars to help you learn practical and effective technology
skills to engage your 21st century learners. We continue to be committed
to providing you with "free", innovative webinars that fit into your busy
schedule. Let us support you as you begin implementing technology tools
and techniques in your 21st century classroom.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague, and raise your eQ with us.
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
[NMSUWebinars] Spring Webinar Schedule
Dear Educator,
RETA would like to invite you to visit our website, webinars@nmsu.edu, to
view our recently updated Spring Webinar schedule! We are very excited to
inform you that we NOW have two different Webinar Strands.
RETA Webinar Series: Increasing Interaction with Audio/Video Tools will
take place on Mondays at 6:00pm MST.
RETA Webinar Series: eLearning with Emerging Technologies will take place
on Thursdays at 6:00pm MST.
The RETA team has prepared these two great series of professional
development webinars to help you learn practical and effective technology
skills to engage your 21st century learners. We continue to be committed
to providing you with "free", innovative webinars that fit into your busy
schedule. Let us support you as you begin implementing technology tools
and techniques in your 21st century classroom.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague, and raise your eQ with us.
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Monday, December 8, 2008
What's a wordle?
From Susie :)
Have some fun!
Wordle is a toy for generating ³word clouds² from text that you provide. The
clouds give greater prominence to words that appear more frequently in the
source text. You can tweak your clouds with different fonts, layouts, and
color schemes. The images you create with Wordle are yours to use however
you like. You can print them out, or save them to the Wordle gallery to
share with your friends.
Monday, December 1, 2008
Copyright for Educators III - Town Hall, 12/1/08, 6:00pm MST
Dear Educator:
RETA would like to remind you about TONIGHT's professional development
Webinar.
RETA Webinar Series: eLearning with Emerging Technologies
Webinar Event: Copyright for Educators III Town Hall
Date: Monday, December 1, 2008
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm MST
Description:
Whether you joined us for Blogging I or not, this session will surely help
any educator take their blogs to a heightened level. Here we will go more
in depth with the other options in managing and adding features to your
blogs (RSS feeds, widgets, polls, images, slideshows, etc.) as well as
discussing ideas on how to keep your curriculum continually evolving
eLearning-style
TO ATTEND:
Please use the following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/copyed3fa08/
*Plan to join us 15-20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate, speakers are required. A simple computer
microphone and/or a headset is ideal for interaction. A webcam is
optional.
*If you have never used Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test
your connection at: Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center
https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu <http://webinars.nmsu.edu/> or contact us at
webinars@nmsu.edu or call
575.646.6143.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
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New Mexico picks Wimba for its collaborative learning platform
Reported at http://www.techlearning.com/content/ednews/index.php#article3
Wimba®, Inc., the education technology company that helps people teach people, today announced that New Mexico's Innovative Digital Education and Learning program (IDEAL-NM) has selected the Wimba Collaboration Suite™, the education industry's leading multi-modal solution for virtual and blended learning, to pilot as its statewide collaborative learning platform. IDEAL-NM will deploy Wimba's comprehensive solution across its statewide network of higher education and K-12 institutions, which includes 89 districts and 22 college campuses, to enhance student engagement and collaboration and increase learning outcomes.
New Mexico was the first state in the nation to create a statewide eLearning system that, from its inception, encompasses all aspects of learning from traditional public and higher education environments to teacher professional development, continuing education and workforce education. This partnership with Wimba will enable IDEAL-NM to offer Wimba's Collaboration Suite across its network of institutions, facilitating the use of online video, voice, instant messaging, content authoring, application sharing and white boarding throughout the state.
"With a scope as large as ours, communication and collaboration are crucial," said Donna Harrington, eLearning Technology Director for IDEAL-NM. "The Wimba Collaboration Suite will enable us to bring our statewide community of users together online, so that we can collaborate, brainstorm, develop, and implement best practices that will help our students to succeed."
The Wimba Collaboration Suite of products, which includes—the Wimba Classroom(TM) virtual learning environment, the Wimba Pronto(TM) instant messenger, the Wimba Voice(TM) audio solution, and the Wimba Create(TM) content authoring tool—enables institutions to bridge the gap between technology and pedagogy by supplementing course management systems with the proven disciplines of in-person learning environments. Designed to work seamlessly within the existing Blackboard online course management system selected by the State of New Mexico, the Wimba Collaboration Suite enables convenient single sign-on and access to Wimba tools directly from the online course environments with which teachers and students are already familiar.
"This partnership with IDEAL-NM is a testament to Wimba's power to engage students and instructors in lifelong learning," said Tommaso Trionfi, CEO of Wimba. "We are very proud of the comprehensive and collaborative learning environments that the Wimba Collaboration Suite fosters, and we look forward to working closely with IDEAL-NM to bring students and faculty together for learning."
Wimba®, Inc., the education technology company that helps people teach people, today announced that New Mexico's Innovative Digital Education and Learning program (IDEAL-NM) has selected the Wimba Collaboration Suite™, the education industry's leading multi-modal solution for virtual and blended learning, to pilot as its statewide collaborative learning platform. IDEAL-NM will deploy Wimba's comprehensive solution across its statewide network of higher education and K-12 institutions, which includes 89 districts and 22 college campuses, to enhance student engagement and collaboration and increase learning outcomes.
New Mexico was the first state in the nation to create a statewide eLearning system that, from its inception, encompasses all aspects of learning from traditional public and higher education environments to teacher professional development, continuing education and workforce education. This partnership with Wimba will enable IDEAL-NM to offer Wimba's Collaboration Suite across its network of institutions, facilitating the use of online video, voice, instant messaging, content authoring, application sharing and white boarding throughout the state.
"With a scope as large as ours, communication and collaboration are crucial," said Donna Harrington, eLearning Technology Director for IDEAL-NM. "The Wimba Collaboration Suite will enable us to bring our statewide community of users together online, so that we can collaborate, brainstorm, develop, and implement best practices that will help our students to succeed."
The Wimba Collaboration Suite of products, which includes—the Wimba Classroom(TM) virtual learning environment, the Wimba Pronto(TM) instant messenger, the Wimba Voice(TM) audio solution, and the Wimba Create(TM) content authoring tool—enables institutions to bridge the gap between technology and pedagogy by supplementing course management systems with the proven disciplines of in-person learning environments. Designed to work seamlessly within the existing Blackboard online course management system selected by the State of New Mexico, the Wimba Collaboration Suite enables convenient single sign-on and access to Wimba tools directly from the online course environments with which teachers and students are already familiar.
"This partnership with IDEAL-NM is a testament to Wimba's power to engage students and instructors in lifelong learning," said Tommaso Trionfi, CEO of Wimba. "We are very proud of the comprehensive and collaborative learning environments that the Wimba Collaboration Suite fosters, and we look forward to working closely with IDEAL-NM to bring students and faculty together for learning."
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Leaving blog, wiki, and podcast footprints?
From ASCD SmartBrief 11/18/2008
(A connection to Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts in the RETA classroom and beyond-LJ)
Teach technology skills, ethics across the curriculum
Social Web technologies are having a huge influence on students, even the youngest ones. Yet adults are failing to help them explore the safety and ethics of the "digital footprint" that they are leaving behind, writes Will Richardson, author of "Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts, and Other Powerful Tools for Classrooms." Not only should students be encouraged to explore topics that interest them, but they must also learn to use technology wisely in the general curriculum, he writes. A short lesson on Internet safety is not enough.
Educational Leadership
http://r.smartbrief.com/resp/ndjkzpwzCAAGetWLoi (11/2008)
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From Larry
(A connection to Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts in the RETA classroom and beyond-LJ)
Teach technology skills, ethics across the curriculum
Social Web technologies are having a huge influence on students, even the youngest ones. Yet adults are failing to help them explore the safety and ethics of the "digital footprint" that they are leaving behind, writes Will Richardson, author of "Blogs, Wikis, Podcasts, and Other Powerful Tools for Classrooms." Not only should students be encouraged to explore topics that interest them, but they must also learn to use technology wisely in the general curriculum, he writes. A short lesson on Internet safety is not enough.
Educational Leadership
http://r.smartbrief.com/resp/ndjkzpwzCAAGetWLoi (11/2008)
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From Larry
Monday, November 17, 2008
FW: NASA Offers New Science Teaching Certificate Project
Please forward to teachers you are working with.
NASA OFFERS NEW SCIENCE TEACHING CERTIFICATE PROJECT
WASHINGTON -- NASA has unveiled the Endeavor Science Teaching
Certificate Project, which will award more than 200 fellowships to
educators during a five year period. Educators accepted into the project
will be exposed to current NASA science and engineering and supported in
translating the information for use in classrooms.
The goal of the project is to ensure that teachers across the country
can use the discoveries that NASA makes on a daily basis to inspire the
next generation of explorers, scientists, engineers, and astronauts.
The program will provide workshops, online and on-site graduate courses
and NASA content and materials to teachers and students in
K-12 classrooms. NASA will work in partnership with state departments of
education to ensure program participants can apply credit from project
courses towards state certification requirements.
"Through the program, educators will learn to deliver cutting-edge
science into the classroom, promoting science, technology, engineering
and mathematics education," said Joyce L. Winterton, assistant
administrator for education at NASA Headquarters in Washington. "This
will include proven NASA and NASA-sponsored educational resources to
meet specific learning goals."
Project fellows will earn a certificate of completion in Applied Science
Education from Teachers College Innovations at Teachers College,
Columbia University, N.Y., and graduate credit from other institutional
partners.
Additional project efforts include assisting and training pre-service
science teachers to help improve science instruction in U.S. schools.
The project will be administered by the U.S. Satellite Laboratory Inc.
of Rye, N.Y. Funding for the program is provided through the NASA
Endeavor Teacher Fellowship Trust Fund, in tribute to the dedicated crew
of the space shuttle Challenger.
For additional information about the Endeavor Science Teaching
Certificate Project and other NASA education programs, visit:
Blogs in the Classroom I - NEW LINK
Dear Educators,
Please use the NEW LINK to attend our Blogs in the Classroom I which is
scheduled for 11/17/08 at 6:00pm MST.
NEW LINK!
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/blogsclass1fa08
The link that was sent to you in the reminder email has been changed. We
apologize for any confusion that this may cause. Hope to see you there on
Monday.
RETA Webinars Team
Friday, November 14, 2008
Blogs in the Classroom I, 11/17/08 at 6:00 pm MST
Dear Educator:
RETA would like to remind you about our next professional development
Webinar.
Webinar Event: Blogs in the Classroom I
Date: Monday, November 17, 2008
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm MST
Description:
You hear about blogs everyday from students or co-workers, but have you
thought about using them in your classroom? In this webinar session you
will be introduced to the refreshing world of blogging where you will
begin generating ideas on how you might use blogs within your own
classroom. In this first session we will introduce you to: what a blog is,
what a blog can be used for, help you set up your own blogging account,
and then send you on your way with resources, so that you will make an
informed and enjoyable push into the 'blogging world.'
TO ATTEND:
Please use the following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/blogs1fa08/
*Plan to join us 15-20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate, speakers are required. A simple computer
microphone and/or a headset is ideal for interaction. A webcam is
optional.
*If you have never used Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test
your connection at: Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center
https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu or email us via webinars at nmsu.edu or call
575.646.6143.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Kim Komando
Thanks to Carl for this cool resource!
:)
~julz
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I have been using Kim Komando's newsletters as a source of information and cool places to go for a number of years.
Two of the newsletters are pretty good, cool site and cool tip of the day. The other one is a favorite video of the day, I look at the videos from time to time.
There is also her weekend radio show and there is a newsletter that comes out once a week with lots of info. There are archives of her newsletters and other info accessible without joining her subscription service.
Her website: http://komando.com/
Carl
:)
~julz
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Confession:
I have been using Kim Komando's newsletters as a source of information and cool places to go for a number of years.
Two of the newsletters are pretty good, cool site and cool tip of the day. The other one is a favorite video of the day, I look at the videos from time to time.
There is also her weekend radio show and there is a newsletter that comes out once a week with lots of info. There are archives of her newsletters and other info accessible without joining her subscription service.
Her website: http://komando.com/
Carl
Monday, November 10, 2008
Copyright for Educators II, 11/10/08 at 6pm MST
Dear Educator:
RETA would like to remind you about our next professional development
Webinar.
Webinar Event: Copyright for Educators II
Date: Monday, November 10, 2008
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm MST
Description:
Emerging technologies bring new challenges for today's teachers. This
webinar will help educators understand fair use and copyright in the
digital age.
TO ATTEND:
Please use the following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/copyed2fa08/
*Plan to join us 15-20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate, speakers are required. A simple computer
microphone and/or a headset is ideal for interaction. A webcam is
optional.
*If you have never used Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test
your connection at: Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center
https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu <http://webinars.nmsu.edu/> or contact us at
Webinars at nmsu.edu or call
575.646.6143.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Copyright for Educators I, Mon. 11/3/08 at 6pm MST
RETA would like to invite you to our next professional development Webinar.
RETA Webinar Series: eLearning with Emerging Technologies
The RETA team has prepared another great series of
professional development webinars! Join us to learn practical and
effective technology skills to engage your 21st century learners. We are
committed to providing you with "free", innovative webinars that fit into
your busy schedule. Let us support you as you begin implementing
technology tools and techniques in your 21st century classroom. Have a cup
of coffee, invite a colleague, and raise your eQ with us.
Webinar Event: Copyright for Educators I
Date: Monday, November 3, 2008
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm MST
Description:
Emerging technologies bring new challenges for today's teachers. This
webinar will help educators understand fair use and copyright in the
digital age.
TO ATTEND:
Please use the following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/copyed1fa08/
*Plan to join us 15-20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate, speakers are required. A simple computer
microphone and/or a headset is ideal for interaction. A webcam is
optional.
*If you have never used Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test
your connection at: Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center
https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu <http://webinars.nmsu.edu/> or contact us at
Webinars at nmsu.edu or call
575.646.6143.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Socorro Tech Blog
Check out the Socorro Tech Blog!
:)
~julia
Can Technology Make High School Graduation a Reality for Everyone?
In this week's edition of the Socorro Tech Blog, there is a review some of the upcoming changes at Socorro Consolidated Schools. We also talk about the role of technology in helping to reduce the dropout rate and improve the graduation rate in New Mexico.
Please visit http://socorrotech.wordpress.com
:)
~julia
Can Technology Make High School Graduation a Reality for Everyone?
In this week's edition of the Socorro Tech Blog, there is a review some of the upcoming changes at Socorro Consolidated Schools. We also talk about the role of technology in helping to reduce the dropout rate and improve the graduation rate in New Mexico.
Please visit http://socorrotech.wordpress.com
Yay TeacherTube!
The below is from TeacherTube - http://www.teachertube.com/
TeacherTube At Peak PerformanceIf you have not visited TeacherTube in the past two weeks, you need to check us out. We are extremely excited to share with all of our community members that TeacherTube is performing at our fastest speeds even though our visits have doubled in the past two months. Our tech team is constantly working to provide the most efficient software and hardware solutions to keep the site performing at a high level. Our community continues to grow by the hundreds everyday. We have over 900,000 visits per month, over 170,000 members and have over 35,000 public videos that you can use in your classroom with students or for professional development with staff. You have made TeacherTube one of the most sought after free resources for teachers all over the world. We at TeacherTube say thank you. You are making a difference in over 220 countries.
There have been discussions among educators for TeacherTube to expand our resources and allow teachers to upload more than just video. I am formally announcing TeacherTube is currently working on new features that will allow teachers to upload photos, audio, and docs. Docs will be documents such as PowerPoint presentations, PDF files, word documents, rich text files, etc. We have held off on offering more resources for two reasons. First, we needed to have our software function more efficiently so that you would have a better experience while using TeacherTube . We have resolved the vast majority of our software inefficiencies. Secondly, we needed to design and implement a database structure that could handle scalable growth. Our tech team has designed a solution and it is scheduled to be implemented before January 1, 2009.
It is an exciting time to be an educator!
Jason Smith
CEO / Co-founder
TeacherTube, LLC
TeacherTube At Peak PerformanceIf you have not visited TeacherTube in the past two weeks, you need to check us out. We are extremely excited to share with all of our community members that TeacherTube is performing at our fastest speeds even though our visits have doubled in the past two months. Our tech team is constantly working to provide the most efficient software and hardware solutions to keep the site performing at a high level. Our community continues to grow by the hundreds everyday. We have over 900,000 visits per month, over 170,000 members and have over 35,000 public videos that you can use in your classroom with students or for professional development with staff. You have made TeacherTube one of the most sought after free resources for teachers all over the world. We at TeacherTube say thank you. You are making a difference in over 220 countries.
There have been discussions among educators for TeacherTube to expand our resources and allow teachers to upload more than just video. I am formally announcing TeacherTube is currently working on new features that will allow teachers to upload photos, audio, and docs. Docs will be documents such as PowerPoint presentations, PDF files, word documents, rich text files, etc. We have held off on offering more resources for two reasons. First, we needed to have our software function more efficiently so that you would have a better experience while using TeacherTube . We have resolved the vast majority of our software inefficiencies. Secondly, we needed to design and implement a database structure that could handle scalable growth. Our tech team has designed a solution and it is scheduled to be implemented before January 1, 2009.
It is an exciting time to be an educator!
Jason Smith
CEO / Co-founder
TeacherTube, LLC
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Screen Cast-O-Matic, 10/27/087 at 6:00pm MST
RETA would like to invite you to our next professional development Webinar.
RETA Webinar Series: eLearning with Emerging Technologies
The RETA team has spent the summer preparing another great series of
professional development webinars! Join us to learn practical and
effective technology skills to engage your 21st century learners. We are
committed to providing you with "free", innovative webinars that fit into
your busy schedule. Let us support you as you begin implementing
technology tools and techniques in your 21st century classroom. Have a cup
of coffee, invite a colleague, and raise your eQ with us.
Webinar Event: Screen Cast-O-Matic
Date: Monday, October 27, 2008
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm MST
Description:
Screen capture tools are very helpful for creating how-to videos.
Unfortunately, most of those tools are either a bit difficult to use or
they cost a lot of money. Come join us for this webinar and learn about
this free screen capture tool that requires no software download and is so
easy to use you'll be creating a how-to video in minutes.
TO ATTEND:
Please use the following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/screencastfa08
*Plan to join us 15-20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate, speakers are required. A simple computer
microphone and/or a headset is ideal for interaction. A webcam is
optional.
*If you have never used Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test
your connection at: Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center
https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu <http://webinars.nmsu.edu/> or contact us at
Webinars at nmsu.edu or call
575.646.6143.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Monday, October 20, 2008
K12 Online Conference 2008 in Progress!
The K-12 Online Conference invites participation from educators around the world interested in innovative ways Web 2.0 tools and technologies can be used to improve learning.
This FREE conference is run by volunteers and open to everyone. The 2008 conference theme is “Amplifying Possibilities”. This year’s conference begins with a pre-conference keynote the week of October 13, 2008.
The following two weeks, October 20-24 and October 27-31, forty presentations will be posted online to the conference blog (this website) for participants to download and view. Live Events in the form of three “Fireside Chats” and a culminating “When Night Falls” event will be announced. Everyone is encouraged to participate in both live events during the conference as well as asynchronous conversations. More information about podcast channels and conference web feeds is available!
Go to http://k12onlineconference.org/
This FREE conference is run by volunteers and open to everyone. The 2008 conference theme is “Amplifying Possibilities”. This year’s conference begins with a pre-conference keynote the week of October 13, 2008.
The following two weeks, October 20-24 and October 27-31, forty presentations will be posted online to the conference blog (this website) for participants to download and view. Live Events in the form of three “Fireside Chats” and a culminating “When Night Falls” event will be announced. Everyone is encouraged to participate in both live events during the conference as well as asynchronous conversations. More information about podcast channels and conference web feeds is available!
Go to http://k12onlineconference.org/
FW: [NMSUWebinars] Wikis in the Classroom II, 10/20/08 at 6pm MST
Dear Educators:
RETA would like to remind you of our upcoming Webinar.
Webinar Event: Wikis in the Classroom II
Date: Monday, October 20, 2008
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm MST
Description:
You've selected a wiki and you've even attempted creating a few wiki
pages. Now you want to start thinking about what type of activities work
well using wikis and what strategies will help make the wiki activities
successful. If so, then this is the webinar for you! So, come join us in
this webinar and learn about some of the wonderful activities and
strategies other educators have used to create an effective wiki
experience.
TO ATTEND:
Please use the following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/wikis2fa08
*Plan to join us 15-20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate, speakers are required. A simple computer
microphone and/or a headset is ideal for interaction. A webcam is
optional.
*If you have never used Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test
your connection at: Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center
https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu <http://webinars.nmsu.edu/> or contact us at
webinars at nmsu.edu or call
575.646.6143.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Monday, October 13, 2008
Having a Web Presence with Google Sites & Notebook, 10/13/08 at 6pm MST
Dear Educator:
RETA would like to remind you of our upcoming Webinar.
Webinar Event: Having a Web Presence with Google Sites & Google Notebook
Date: Monday, October 13, 2008
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm MST
Description:
Google Sites is an online tool that makes it easy for anyone to create and
publish useful, attractive web pages in just minutes. As our 21st Century
learners easily navigate the web, educators can capitalize on the ease of
having a web presence. Google Notebook is a collaborative tool used to
help organize, communicate about, and coordinate on-going projects.
TO ATTEND:
Please use the following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/googledufa08
*Plan to join us 15-20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate, speakers are required. A simple computer
microphone and/or a headset is ideal for interaction. A webcam is
optional.
*If you have never used Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test
your connection at: Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center
https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu <http://webinars.nmsu.edu/> or contact us at
Webinars at nmsu.edu or call
575.646.6143.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Thursday, October 9, 2008
The Santa Fe New Mexican -- Think New Mexico to push legislation limiting enrollment in new public schools
What? Are they crazy? What a good idea! What do you think? Larry
"Building smaller schools will help lower New Mexico's dropout rate and
raise academic achievement, according to a Santa Fe-based think tank. Think
New Mexico will be championing legislation in the 2009 session of the
Legislature to limit enrollment in all new high schools in the state to no
more than...
Click here for the rest of this interesting story:
http://license.icopyright.net/user/viewFreeUse.act?fuid=MTY1MTUzOQ==
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Wikis in the Classroom I on 10/06/08 at 6:00pm MST
RETA would like to remind you of our upcoming Webinar.
Webinar Event: Wikis in the Classroom I
Date: Monday, October 6, 2008
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm MST
Description:
Wikis are extremely useful tools for doing everything from helping you
easily create web sites to providing your students with an engaging
collaborative workspace. Yet, choosing the right wiki from among all those
available can be quite challenging and time-consuming. In this webinar,
you will explore a few different wikis and learn how to choose a wiki
that's appropriate to your class needs.
TO ATTEND:
Please use the following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/wikis1fa08
•Plan to join us 15-20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate, speakers are required. A simple computer
microphone and/or a headset is ideal for interaction. A webcam is
optional.
•If you have never used Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test
your connection at: Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center
https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu or contact us at webinars@nmsu.edu or call
575.646.6143.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
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Monday, September 29, 2008
Learning From Mistakes Only Works After Age 12, Study Suggests
ScienceDaily (Sep. 25, 2008) — Eight-year-old children have a radically different learning strategy from twelve-year-olds and adults. Eight-year-olds learn primarily from positive feedback ('Well done!'), whereas negative feedback ('Got it wrong this time') scarcely causes any alarm bells to ring. Twelve-year-olds are better able to process negative feedback, and use it to learn from their mistakes. Adults do the same, but more efficiently.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/09/080925104309.htm
--
Larry Jeffryes
NMSTE Membership Chair
http://www.nmste.org
Los Alamos, NM
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/09/080925104309.htm
--
Larry Jeffryes
NMSTE Membership Chair
http://www.nmste.org
Los Alamos, NM
Friday, September 26, 2008
REMINDER: RETA WEBINAR: Show me the Moodle 9/39/08 6:00pm MST
Dear Educator:
RETA would like to remind you of our upcoming Webinar.
Webinar Event: SHOW ME THE MOODLE II
Date: Monday, Sept. 29, 2008
Time: 6:00-7:00 pm MST
TO ATTEND:
•Please use the following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/moodle2fa08
•Plan to join us 15-20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate, speakers are required. A simple computer
microphone and/or a headset is ideal for interaction. A webcam is
optional.
•If you have never used Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test
your connection at: Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center
https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu or contact us at webinars at nmsu.edu or call
575.646.6143.
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Alice
All you tech and computer science teachers, remember Alice...
Alice is an innovative 3D programming environment that makes it easy to create an animation for telling a story, playing an interactive game, or a video to share on the web. Alice is a teaching tool for introductory computing. It uses 3D graphics and a drag-and-drop interface to facilitate a more engaging, less frustrating first programming experience.
http://www.alice.org/
Alice is an innovative 3D programming environment that makes it easy to create an animation for telling a story, playing an interactive game, or a video to share on the web. Alice is a teaching tool for introductory computing. It uses 3D graphics and a drag-and-drop interface to facilitate a more engaging, less frustrating first programming experience.
http://www.alice.org/
WorldWide Telescope
Microsoft Research launches WorldWide Telescope, Scoble cries <http://www.cnet.com/8301-13515_1-9942537-26.html> — You probably have heard about Microsoft Research's WorldWide Telescope referred to as "the thing that made Robert Scoble cry". Today, the world finally gets to check out what all the buzz is about.
http://www.cnet.com/8301-13515_1-9942537-26.html
http://www.cnet.com/8301-13515_1-9942537-26.html
The Positive Clasroom and ed tech?
Thanks Larry for the following!
The latest educational tech strategies to enhance learning, fast networks, the latest hardware and software can all for naught without out apositive classroom learning environment . Sometimes, not all the time, but once in a while we can actually inspire/motivate students to learn. Most often, we create structures and opportunities for students to learn and progress. If that is done in apositive learning climate, "miracles" do happen. In a negative environment, however, much damage to learning and a student's relationship to learning can be done in arelatively short period of time.
ASCD Special Report: The Positive Classroom (Part 1) Even when resources are short and stress is high, a teacher can shape a child's future with a few gentle words, a virtual trip across the globe or a carefully chosen question or compliment. But classroom management rarely comes easy for new teachers and many veteran educators still struggle to keep class running smoothly while meeting the needs of every child.
http://r.smartbrief.com/resp/mubszpwzCyyWcYfCwlehWqiA
--
Larry Jeffryes
NMSTE Membership Chair
http://www.nmste.org
Los Alamos, NM
The latest educational tech strategies to enhance learning, fast networks, the latest hardware and software can all for naught without out apositive classroom learning environment . Sometimes, not all the time, but once in a while we can actually inspire/motivate students to learn. Most often, we create structures and opportunities for students to learn and progress. If that is done in apositive learning climate, "miracles" do happen. In a negative environment, however, much damage to learning and a student's relationship to learning can be done in arelatively short period of time.
ASCD Special Report: The Positive Classroom (Part 1) Even when resources are short and stress is high, a teacher can shape a child's future with a few gentle words, a virtual trip across the globe or a carefully chosen question or compliment. But classroom management rarely comes easy for new teachers and many veteran educators still struggle to keep class running smoothly while meeting the needs of every child.
http://r.smartbrief.com/resp/mubszpwzCyyWcYfCwlehWqiA
--
Larry Jeffryes
NMSTE Membership Chair
http://www.nmste.org
Los Alamos, NM
RETA Webinar: Show Me The Moodle, 9/29/08 at 6-7pm MST
Dear Educator:
RETA would like to invite you to our NEXT professional development
webinar in our eLearning with Emerging Technology Series.>
Webinar Event: Show Me the Moodle
Date & Time: Monday, Sept. 29,2008 6:00-7:00 pm MST
Description:
Find out how teachers use Moodle in their classrooms and see how easy it
is to create an online classroom environment. Participants will discuss
ideas for integrating Moodle in the classroom and other learning
situations.
To attend:
Please use the following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/moodle2fa08. Plan to join us 15-20 minutes
prior to the start time to configure your computer. To participate
speakers are required. A simple computer microphone and/or headset is
ideal for interaction. A webcam is optional. If you have never used
Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test your connection at:
Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center
https://admin.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu. If you have questions or need tech
assistance, please contact Cissy Lujan-Pincomb or Miley Grandjean at
Webinars at nmsu.edu or call 575.646.6143
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA Webinar Team
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Friday, September 19, 2008
Evaluating Distance Education: Focus on Online Course Evaluation
Evaluating Distance Education: Focus on Online Course Evaluation
From: desertjul, 15 hours ago
Evaluating Distance Education: Focus on Online Course Evaluation
SlideShare Link
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Grant Opportunity for Secondary Science Teachers
K–12 Eligibility http://www.nsta.org/pd/tapestry/
The program is open to middle and high school science teachers residing within the 50 United States and U.S. territories and possessions and it is also open to elementary teachers who teach some science in the classroom or are teaching specialists.. Middle and high school teachers must teach at least two science classes per day. All applicants must have at least 2 years science teaching experience in a K-12 school not including the current school year. Only the Project Director has to meet the above criteria. The project staff may consist of educators of any discipline, administrators, parents, students or anyone who will be directly involved in the project. An individual teacher or a team of up to five people may submit a proposal. The Project Director will be the contact person for the team and will be the sole administrator of the grant money. Applicants may submit only one proposal per year as Project Director.
The program is open to middle and high school science teachers residing within the 50 United States and U.S. territories and possessions and it is also open to elementary teachers who teach some science in the classroom or are teaching specialists.. Middle and high school teachers must teach at least two science classes per day. All applicants must have at least 2 years science teaching experience in a K-12 school not including the current school year. Only the Project Director has to meet the above criteria. The project staff may consist of educators of any discipline, administrators, parents, students or anyone who will be directly involved in the project. An individual teacher or a team of up to five people may submit a proposal. The Project Director will be the contact person for the team and will be the sole administrator of the grant money. Applicants may submit only one proposal per year as Project Director.
Socorro Tech Blog Highlights RETA Webinars
Thanks to Melody for this breaking news! Check out the engaging blog post at the Socorro Tech Blog:
http://socorrotech.wordpress.com/2008/09/18/can-an-hour-of-your-time-on-mondays-help-your-students/
http://socorrotech.wordpress.com/2008/09/18/can-an-hour-of-your-time-on-mondays-help-your-students/
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
RETA Webinar: Introduction to Moodle I, 9/22/08 at 6pm
Dear Educators:
RETA would like to invite you to our NEXT professional development
webinar in our eLearning with Emerging Technology Series.
Webinar Event: Introduction to Moodle
Date & Time: Monday, Sept. 22,2008 6:00-7:00 pm MST
Description:
Moodle is an open source course management system used by educators
around the world. Created by Martin Dougiamas to support social
constructivism,Moodle provides flexibility and autonomy for districts and
teachers while supporting a wide variety of interactive social learning
tools. In this session you will learn more about what Moodle can do and
find out what infrastructure is needed for districts, schools, and
teachers need to access this powerful toolset.
To attend: Please use the
following link to attend the webinar:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/moodle1fa08.
Plan to join us 15-20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate speakers are required. A simple computer
microphone and/or headset is ideal for interaction. A webcam is optional.
If you have never used Adobe Acrobat Connect Professional, please test your
connection at:
Adobe Acrobat Pro Support Center http://www.adobe.com/support/connect.
For complete information on this and all of our webinars visit us at:
http://webinars.nmsu.edu.
If you have questions or need tech
assistance,please contact Cissy Lujan-Pincomb or Miley Grandjean at
Webinars at nmsu.edu or call 575.646.6143
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
RETA Webinar Team
RETA (Regional Educational Technology Assistance)
College of Extended Learning
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC, P.O. Box 30001
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
(575) 646-6143, fax: (575) 646-2004
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
RETA Webinars
Teaching the 21st Century Learner
RETA Webinar Series: eLearning with Emerging Technologies
The RETA team has spent the summer preparing another great series of
professional development webinars! Join us to learn practical and
effective technology skills to engage your 21st century learners. We are
committed to providing you with "free", innovative webinars that fit into
your busy schedule. Let us support you as you begin implementing
technology tools and techniques in your 21st century classroom. Have a cup
of coffee, invite a colleague, and raise your eQ with us.
Please join us for our first webinar, Sept. 15, 2008, Intro and Whirlwind
Tour of Web 2.0. You may attend by using the following link:
http://nmsu.na3.acrobat.com/whirlwindfa08/
Calendar of Events
Whirlwind Tour of Web 2.0
Sep. 15, 6-7:00pm MST
Intro. to Moodle I
Sep. 22, 6-7:00pm MST
Intro. to Moodle II
Sep. 29, 6-7:00pm MST
Intro. to Wikis I
Oct. 6, 6-7:00pm MST
Google Sites/Google Notebook
Oct. 13, 6-7:00pm MST
Intro. to Wikis II
Oct. 20, 6-7:00pm MST
Screencastomatic
Oct. 27, 6-6:30pm MST
Copyright I
Nov. 3, 6-7:00pm MST
Please visit our website to see the complete listing of webinars, info on
attending, presenter bios, etc. http://webinars.nmsu.edu or email us at
webinars@nmsu.edu
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ with us!
RETA Webinar Team
Mark Your Calendars
Dear RETAites,
The upcoming schedule of RETA webinars is at http://webinars.nmsu.edu. Click on K-12 Educators.
The repeat sessions, which most of them are this fall, are free. The new webinar sessions will cost a minimal fee.
We hope that you will join us on Monday evenings.
--Sincerely,
Susie B. =;->
"...be prepared. Luck is truly where preparation meets opportunity."
The upcoming schedule of RETA webinars is at http://webinars.nmsu.edu. Click on K-12 Educators.
The repeat sessions, which most of them are this fall, are free. The new webinar sessions will cost a minimal fee.
We hope that you will join us on Monday evenings.
--Sincerely,
Susie B. =;->
"...be prepared. Luck is truly where preparation meets opportunity."
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Every public high school gets an IDEAL-NM course at no cost
FYI…
As part of an IDEAL-NM kickoff event to celebrate partnerships with schools statewide, it was announced this Monday, August 12th, 2008 that every public high school in New Mexico is eligible for a free IDEAL-NM course for the inaugural term (Fall 2008).
The courses are led by New Mexico eTeachers that are highly qualified in both subject area and online methodologies and will work closely with in-school academic mentors. The courses are newly developed by NM teachers/developers and, will maintain low teacher-student ratios. IDEAL-NM has a commitment from the inaugural term forward to work with REC and school partners to continually improve the process and outcomes of this bold program for New Mexico.
For more information about available courses or how school councilors register students for IDEAL-NM courses visit www.ideal-nm.org <http://www.ideal-nm.org> .
Attached is a press release about the grand opening event at one high school. Also you might be interested a video on youtube… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6D1R4kVPGE
Brian Ormand, Ed.D.
Program Director, NM Learning Network
As part of an IDEAL-NM kickoff event to celebrate partnerships with schools statewide, it was announced this Monday, August 12th, 2008 that every public high school in New Mexico is eligible for a free IDEAL-NM course for the inaugural term (Fall 2008).
The courses are led by New Mexico eTeachers that are highly qualified in both subject area and online methodologies and will work closely with in-school academic mentors. The courses are newly developed by NM teachers/developers and, will maintain low teacher-student ratios. IDEAL-NM has a commitment from the inaugural term forward to work with REC and school partners to continually improve the process and outcomes of this bold program for New Mexico.
For more information about available courses or how school councilors register students for IDEAL-NM courses visit www.ideal-nm.org <http://www.ideal-nm.org> .
Attached is a press release about the grand opening event at one high school. Also you might be interested a video on youtube… http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6D1R4kVPGE
Brian Ormand, Ed.D.
Program Director, NM Learning Network
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
100 Classroom Videos
Thanks to Bethany for the following AWESOME resource!
100 Awesome Classroom Videos to Learn New Teaching Techniques
<http://www.smartteaching.org/blog/2008/08/100-awesome-classroom-videos-to-l
earn-new-teaching-techniques/>
By Alisa Miller
With so many good teachers out there, it's fortunate they can share their
knowledge via video on the Internet. From the funny to the poignant, these
glimpses into the lives of teachers and their students will keep you
entertained while learning a little something as well. Whether you are a new
teacher storing up tips and tricks or an experienced teacher who could just
use a fresh perspective, you are sure to find something helpful among these
videos.
http://www.smartteaching.org/blog/2008/08/100-awesome-classroom-videos-to-le
arn-new-teaching-techniques/
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Free NMSU RETA Workshop on Google Educator Tools
FREE NMSU RETA (Regional Education Technology Assistance) Workshops
Topic: Google For Educators
Tools, activities, posters, a learning community for all content areas
Where: UNM TEC (Technology Education Center)
Room 100
Facilitators: Drew Dooley, Celia Einhorn
August 23rd: Explore Google Search, Earth and Sky, Google Docs and Notebook
September 13th: Learn programs like Sketch up, Calendar, Page Creator, Groups
Time: 9 AM
Sign up on RETA http://reta.nmsu.edu/workshopsdb/createaccount/
Got Questions?
dodrew@yahoo.com
celia@pobox.com
Topic: Google For Educators
Tools, activities, posters, a learning community for all content areas
Where: UNM TEC (Technology Education Center)
Room 100
Facilitators: Drew Dooley, Celia Einhorn
August 23rd: Explore Google Search, Earth and Sky, Google Docs and Notebook
September 13th: Learn programs like Sketch up, Calendar, Page Creator, Groups
Time: 9 AM
Sign up on RETA http://reta.nmsu.edu/workshopsdb/createaccount/
Got Questions?
dodrew@yahoo.com
celia@pobox.com
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Low-Cost Laptop: A Redesigned Computer for the World's Children
Thanks to Bonnie Bracey for this update:
Low-Cost Laptop: A Redesigned Computer for the World's Children
<http://www.edutopia.org/one-laptop-per-child-redesign>
By Jim Moulton from Edutopia
5/20/08
If you're not aware of the One Laptop per Child <http://www.laptop.org>
effort, you should be, if only because the rest of the world clearly is. And
don't stop at reading what the One Laptop per Child Foundation has to say
about it; read this article <http://www.edutopia.org/computers-peace> about
it, and search "olpc," and you'll soon be an expert.
I attended a meeting today, May 20, 2008, at the Massachusetts Institute of
Technology, where Nicholas Negroponte and his OLPC team discussed their
current efforts and the next-generation device. (On one side of me sat a
colleague from Maine; on the other was a fellow from the Islamic Republic of
Afghanistan's Education Ministry.) Here is some of what was announced:
- The next iteration of the OLPC XO computer will be released in 2010.
- It will work both in Sugar, the open source operating system on the
first-generation XO, and on Windows XP. (Microsoft has reduced the price of
XP to $3 per license to make it possible for OLPC to keep costs low.)
- The screen will be much improved.
- The overall format will be like an e-book -- folding, with two touch
screens (each screen will behave somewhat like the iPhone) -- and a virtual
keyboard will be available.
- The target cost is $75.
- The discontinued Give One Get One program, in which buyers donate a laptop
to a child in a developing nation when they purchase their own, will resume.
In 2000, the European Union designated global distribution of XO laptops as
a Millennium Development Goal to help reduce world poverty. How will the
world change when every student ages 6-12 in, say, Uruguay, as well as every
teacher, has a laptop? Will that make a difference to your school? What are
your thoughts about the porting of Sugar into Windows XP? Does the apparent
move from open source concern you?
When I spoke to Negroponte before the session began today, he described
responses to the OLPC as resembling an "anti-bell curve" -- no one is in the
middle. They either love it, or they hate it. Go take a look and share your
thoughts. It is the future.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Did you grow up online? Our students have!
If you have not seen PBS' Front Line's Growing Up Online, I highly recommend
it. (I just watched it - online of course). I suspect the documentary is
well known to many of you.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/kidsonline/
it. (I just watched it - online of course). I suspect the documentary is
well known to many of you.
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/kidsonline/
The issues, concerns, & insights raised are interesting and troubling at the
same time. One message I took away; kids are experiencing a totally
different online world than their parents and teachers. I should rephrase,
We ARE aware of their online world. But, not being part of the their online
world, NOT REALLY AWARE.
What implications do their online experiences have for using technology in
the classroom and using technology for the classroom? Their relationship
with/to technology is much different than ours. Despite our best efforts to
understand, what are the unintended learning results affected by this
relationship?
I wonder if we will ever know the unintended lessons learned in the
classroom as a result of the now ubiquitous technology available in most
kids lives? (If we looked into it, are those kids who we worry are without
online access at home just as active in today's student online world as
connected classmates?)
Larry Jeffryes
Los Alamos, NM
S.O.S -- Help for Busy Teachers (Site 39) : Diigo Social Bookmarking
Thanks to my friend Pam for this resource!
:)
~julz
:)
~julz
Check this list out from Kathy Shrock, pages and pages of cool Web 2.0 apps!
Diigo: Web 2.0 Sites Collection, link below.
Diigo: Web 2.0 Sites Collection
http://www.diigo.com/list/Kathyschrock/web20tools
Visit this and previous Sites of the School Days by going to
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/schrockguide/sos.html
The XOXO! XO v2.0
“Now, with XOXO (2.0), we are challenging what a truly collaborative and creative computing experience could be ... a true departure from the traditional keyboard and screen layout, a new way to interface and play with data, information and communication”
Check out the pics and more of the story at:
http://blog.ted.com/2008/05/xo_laptop_redes.php
Check out the pics and more of the story at:
http://blog.ted.com/2008/05/xo_laptop_redes.php
Thursday, May 15, 2008
CIDER session on Assessing K12 Online Content
Dear CIDER member:
We would like to invite you to the next presentation in our series of free
CIDER sessions. Our next session features a presentation and discussion with
Lara Jongedijk, University of Calgary.
Title: Assessing the quality of K-12 online content: A sample assessment
rubric
What factors create an effective online course from a "content" point of
view? This session will highlight the assessment criteria and the review
process that was used to review the content of K-12 online learning tools in
BC in 2007. Content reviewed included online courses and learning objects.
To complete the reviews, the BC Provincial Content Review team researched
and built a comprehensive assessment rubric for online content based on the
BC K-12 DL Standards Document and on current research which highlights
effective practice in online learning. This session will highlight the
assessment rubric that was created and the criteria that contribute to
effective content in an online environment.
The session is intended as a collegial discussion on the topic of assessing
online content. For maximum benefit, please review the assessment documents
available from the CIDER Session website -
http://cider.athabascau.ca/CIDERSessions/ - prior to the session so that the
discussion can focus on practical implications and applications for your
educational community.
When: Friday, May 23, 2008, 11am-12pm Mountain Daylight Time
Where: Online via Elluminate at:
https://sas.elluminate.com/m.jnlp?password=M.8B71B60F2931D029AC3837DC06B70D
Pre-Configuration:
Please make sure your Mac or PC is equipped with a microphone and speakers,
so that we can use the Voice over IP functionality built into the web
conferencing software. Please note that it is extremely important that you
get your system set up prior to the start of the event. Please don't wait
until the day of the session to do this. Information on installing the
necessary software and configuring your PC is available at
http://www.elluminate.com/support/ in the "First Time Users" section.
________________
CIDER is a Community Partner of Elluminate - http://www.elluminate.com/ -
who proudly sponsors our web conferencing needs. To sign up for a free, no
obligation three-user version of Elluminate, please visit
http://www.getvroom.com
________________
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for Distance Education Research portal. To learn more about CIDER, visit
http://cider.athabascau.ca/
To request no further CIDER Notices, please
contact the CIDER site manager at cider-webmaster@athabascau.ca
Have a Green Tech Day with these sites
Thanks to Bethany for sharing these sites that can help us be green tech
users...
http://www.secondrotation.com/ buys your old gadgets
http://earth911.org is for battery recycle
http://buymytronics.com is for even broken electronics
http://greensight.com is a trade in for credit place
http://collectivegood.com/ purchases pda, cell phone, pager and will donate
them to a place of your choosing
users...
http://www.secondrotation.com/ buys your old gadgets
http://earth911.org is for battery recycle
http://buymytronics.com is for even broken electronics
http://greensight.com is a trade in for credit place
http://collectivegood.com/ purchases pda, cell phone, pager and will donate
them to a place of your choosing
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Examples of Disruptive Technologies/Innovations in the Classroom
Thanks Larry for this resource and the laugh!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Guess this topic has disrupted my thinking.....interesting topic that I
should have know about. Why didn't anybody tell me?
Rip-Van Jeffryes
Examples of Disruptive Technologies/Innovations in the Classroom
http://k12wiki.wikispaces.com/Disruptive+Technology+in+the+Classroom
Discovery Earth Live
Thanks Bethany for this fabulous resource! Check it out folks, it’s really cool...
http://dsc.discovery.com/guides/discovery-earth-live/discovery-earth-live.html
http://dsc.discovery.com/guides/discovery-earth-live/discovery-earth-live.html
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Google Teacher Academy Applications
Google Announcement...
Since today is National Teacher Day, we thought it would be the perfect day to announce that Google's FREE training program for K-12 educators is back at the Google headquarters! Outstanding educators from across the country (and beyond!) are encouraged to apply for the Google Teacher Academy taking place on Wed, June 25, 2008.
The GTA is an intensive, one-day event (8:30am-7:30pm) where participants get hands-on experience with Google's free products and other technologies, learn about innovative instructional strategies, collaborate with exceptional educators, and immerse themselves in an innovative corporate environment. Upon completion, GTA participants become Google Certified Teachers who share what they learn with other K-12 educators in their local region.
50 outstanding educators from across the country will be selected to attend the GTA based on their passion for teaching, their experience as leaders, and their use of technology in K-12 settings. Each applicant is REQUIRED to produce and submit an original one-minute video, and applications for the event in Mountain View are due on May 28, 2008. Please use Google Video or YouTube to post these original videos. Participants must provide their own travel, and if necessary, their own lodging. Though we will give preference to K-12 educators within a 90-minute local commute of an Academy event, anyone may apply.
Learn more about the program and the application at: http://www.google.com/educators/gta.html
The GTAs have been a wonderful experience for everyone involved, with 97% of all attendees rating the GTA as "outstanding."
Here are a few quotes from GTA participants:
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"The academy was everything I hoped for and more! I can't wait to plan out ways to use the tools we learned about, to share my experiences with my colleagues and to re-connect with the other academy participants!"
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"The focus on innovation in education, and not just about the tools, was right on target."
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"I appreciate the opportunity to be connected to a group of educators that are passionate about preparing students for the 21st century. I feel inspired and able to meet the challenges that lie ahead!"
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"Until now, I had never attended a conference where I was so engaged and loving every minute of it."
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"This was easily the most important professional development experience I have ever had as an educator. World-class tools demonstrated by world-class people at a world-class facility. THANK YOU!"
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"I love [the Google Certified Teacher community] for the ideas and inspiration that comes flowing to and from it...folks share professional development strategies (technology or otherwise) that have worked. It's nice to have a variety of ways to assist others and having that variety also provides spice for those of us responsible for doing the providing."
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Feel free to send any questions to "gteachers@gmail.com", and please spread the word to anyone who may be interested in joining us.
We're looking forward to another great event!
- The GTA Team
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Google Teacher Academy
June 25, 2008
Mountain View, CA
Applications Due: May 28, 2008
http://www.google.com/educators/gta.html
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Since today is National Teacher Day, we thought it would be the perfect day to announce that Google's FREE training program for K-12 educators is back at the Google headquarters! Outstanding educators from across the country (and beyond!) are encouraged to apply for the Google Teacher Academy taking place on Wed, June 25, 2008.
The GTA is an intensive, one-day event (8:30am-7:30pm) where participants get hands-on experience with Google's free products and other technologies, learn about innovative instructional strategies, collaborate with exceptional educators, and immerse themselves in an innovative corporate environment. Upon completion, GTA participants become Google Certified Teachers who share what they learn with other K-12 educators in their local region.
50 outstanding educators from across the country will be selected to attend the GTA based on their passion for teaching, their experience as leaders, and their use of technology in K-12 settings. Each applicant is REQUIRED to produce and submit an original one-minute video, and applications for the event in Mountain View are due on May 28, 2008. Please use Google Video or YouTube to post these original videos. Participants must provide their own travel, and if necessary, their own lodging. Though we will give preference to K-12 educators within a 90-minute local commute of an Academy event, anyone may apply.
Learn more about the program and the application at: http://www.google.com/educators/gta.html
The GTAs have been a wonderful experience for everyone involved, with 97% of all attendees rating the GTA as "outstanding."
Here are a few quotes from GTA participants:
----------------------------------------
"The academy was everything I hoped for and more! I can't wait to plan out ways to use the tools we learned about, to share my experiences with my colleagues and to re-connect with the other academy participants!"
----------------------------------------
"The focus on innovation in education, and not just about the tools, was right on target."
----------------------------------------
"I appreciate the opportunity to be connected to a group of educators that are passionate about preparing students for the 21st century. I feel inspired and able to meet the challenges that lie ahead!"
----------------------------------------
"Until now, I had never attended a conference where I was so engaged and loving every minute of it."
----------------------------------------
"This was easily the most important professional development experience I have ever had as an educator. World-class tools demonstrated by world-class people at a world-class facility. THANK YOU!"
----------------------------------------
"I love [the Google Certified Teacher community] for the ideas and inspiration that comes flowing to and from it...folks share professional development strategies (technology or otherwise) that have worked. It's nice to have a variety of ways to assist others and having that variety also provides spice for those of us responsible for doing the providing."
----------------------------------------
Feel free to send any questions to "gteachers@gmail.com", and please spread the word to anyone who may be interested in joining us.
We're looking forward to another great event!
- The GTA Team
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Google Teacher Academy
June 25, 2008
Mountain View, CA
Applications Due: May 28, 2008
http://www.google.com/educators/gta.html
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PodCast: NBC News Launches New Learning Platform
Learning TRENDS by Elliott Masie - May 8, 2008.
#519 - Updates on Learning, Business & Technology.
54,211 Readers - http://www.masie.com - The MASIE Center.
Host, Learning '08 - Oct. 26-28 - Orlando.
#519 - Updates on Learning, Business & Technology.
54,211 Readers - http://www.masie.com - The MASIE Center.
Host, Learning '08 - Oct. 26-28 - Orlando.
Podcast: NBC News Launches Learning/Networking/Engagement Platform
Special Note! I just finished interviewing Adam Jones, NBC News - Senior
Vice President of Network Development and CFO for a special Learning TRENDS
Podcast.
We talked about a revolutionary learning platform that NBC News has just
released: iCUE. They have even opened up a new group called NBC Learn.
There is a combination of journalists, media specialists and learning
professionals working in this group. And, NBC has partnered with MIT on
developing the design of this next generational learning model. I was
impressed with the ability of the learner being able to manipulate and
contextualize video content with thie platform.
iCue takes "e-learning" a huge step forward, with the introduction of small
video chunks (from the NBC News archives), social networking and gaming.
They blend these learning and engagement components in new ways, which will
form the basis of new pedagogical approaches.
iCue is a free service and is starting with content/courses aimed at
Advanced Placement classes for high school students. In the future, the
platform could be ideal for learning design for a wider range of learners
and content.
Go to http://www.masieweb.com/nbcicue for the Podcast and links to the
service.
I'd love to get your thoughts and questions via email to emasie@masie.com
Thanks to NBC News for the podcast and their work in learning.
Elliott Masie
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FW: Invitation to Introduction to Moodle II
You have been invited to the following event:
Event: Introduction to Moodle II
Description: In this demonstration, Holly will show you how a basic Moodle
course shell can be designed into a learning module. This will give you an
overview of the Moodle design process. Participants will discuss ideas for
integrating Moodle in the classroom and other learning situations.
When: Tuesday 13 May 2008, 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Event: Introduction to Moodle II
Description: In this demonstration, Holly will show you how a basic Moodle
course shell can be designed into a learning module. This will give you an
overview of the Moodle design process. Participants will discuss ideas for
integrating Moodle in the classroom and other learning situations.
When: Tuesday 13 May 2008, 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
TO JOIN THIS EVENT
Our webinars are one hour and will begin promptly at 4:30 pm MT (5:30 CST;
6:30 EST; 3:30 PST).
*Please register for this event at least 24 hours prior to the event.
*To register, please go to the following link:
http://nmsu.acrobat.com/intromoodle2/event/registration.html
*The email and password you use to register will be your login and password
to attend the event.
*You will receive a reminder email with the link to attend 24 hours prior to
the event.
*You can also attend the event by going to
http://webinars.nmsu.edu/schedule.html and selecting the "attend" link (you
still need to register prior to the event)
To participate speakers are required. A simple computer microphone and/or
headset is ideal for complete interaction. A webcam is optional. If you
have never used Acrobat Connect Professional, please test your connection
at: http://admin.adobe.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
TECH ASSISTANCE
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Cissy Lujan-Pincomb
or Miley Grandjean at webinars@nmsu.edu or call us at 575.646.6143.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please visit us at http://webinars.nmsu.edu
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
Thank you,
The RETA Webinar Team
Introducing JASON's New FREE Ecology Curriculum
The preview site for The JASON Project's new ecology curriculum unit is
live!
live!
Get an early look at Operation: Resilient Planet
http://www.jason.org/public/curriculum/orp.aspx?pos=1
and its multimedia components, standards alignments and more.
Download a full-color, 32-page curriculum sampler and follow Dr. Sylvia
Earle, the renowned oceanographer and National Geographic Society
Explorer-in-Residence, as she leads JASON Argonauts on a mission to help
restore Chesapeake Bay!
Operation: Resilient Planet will be available in summer 2008, both in print
and online.
Go to http://jason.org, log in, and register &lsqauo; it's FREE!
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
FW: ASCD SmartBrief
Blogging may help students understand value of writing
Teens who blog write more -- not only online but offline -- and may be
gleaning more practical writing tips than they are via the SAT-style
exercises used in many classrooms, according to a recent Pew Internet and
American Life Project survey. "Blogging and other forms of virtual debate
actually foster the very types of intellectual exchange, analysis and
argumentative writing that universities value," said Bradley A. Hammer, an
instructor in Duke University's writing program. eSchool News
<http://r.smartbrief.com/resp/kzegcsuhirSDFF> (4/30)
Teens who blog write more -- not only online but offline -- and may be
gleaning more practical writing tips than they are via the SAT-style
exercises used in many classrooms, according to a recent Pew Internet and
American Life Project survey. "Blogging and other forms of virtual debate
actually foster the very types of intellectual exchange, analysis and
argumentative writing that universities value," said Bradley A. Hammer, an
instructor in Duke University's writing program. eSchool News
<http://r.smartbrief.com/resp/kzegcsuhirSDFF> (4/30)
<http://www.smartbrief.com/ascd/> Designed specifically for professionals
in K-12 education, ASCD SmartBrief is a FREE daily e-mail newsletter. It
provides the latest education news and information you need to stay on top
of issues that are important to you.
Sign up <http://www.smartbrief.com/ascd/> for your very own free
subscription to ASCD SmartBrief.
Can the web exist without clicking?
Find out at
http://www.dontclick.it/
Thanks to Holly for this intriguing project link.
http://www.dontclick.it/
Thanks to Holly for this intriguing project link.
NMSU CMI Montage
Check out this cool montage of student work at NMSU's creative media
institute!
institute!
http://cmi.nmsu.edu/cmi-montage/
:)
~julia
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Introduction to Moodle Reminder
We encourage you to forward this to other educators.
This is a reminder that you are invited to Introduction to Moodle, which is
due to start at Tuesday 29 April 2008, 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM.
Below are the event details and instructions for participating:
Event: Introduction to Moodle
Description: Moodle is an open source course management system used by
educators around the world. Created by Martin Dougiamas to support social
constructivism,
Moodle provides flexibility and autonomy for districts and teachers while
supporting a wide variety of interactive social learning tools. In this
introductory session you will learn more about what Moodle can do and find
out how it can be implemented.
When: Tuesday 29 April 2008, 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
TO JOIN THE WEBINAR
Our webinars are one hour and will begin promptly at 4:30pm MT (5:30 CST;
6:30 EST; 3:30 PST).
If you have not registered for this event, please go to the following link
to register at least 24 hours prior to the event:
http://nmsu.acrobat.com/intromoodle1/event/registration.html
This is a reminder that you are invited to Introduction to Moodle, which is
due to start at Tuesday 29 April 2008, 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM.
Below are the event details and instructions for participating:
Event: Introduction to Moodle
Description: Moodle is an open source course management system used by
educators around the world. Created by Martin Dougiamas to support social
constructivism,
Moodle provides flexibility and autonomy for districts and teachers while
supporting a wide variety of interactive social learning tools. In this
introductory session you will learn more about what Moodle can do and find
out how it can be implemented.
When: Tuesday 29 April 2008, 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
TO JOIN THE WEBINAR
Our webinars are one hour and will begin promptly at 4:30pm MT (5:30 CST;
6:30 EST; 3:30 PST).
If you have not registered for this event, please go to the following link
to register at least 24 hours prior to the event:
http://nmsu.acrobat.com/intromoodle1/event/registration.html
If you have previously registered for this event, attend by going to the
following link and enter the email address and password you used to
register: http://nmsu.acrobat.com/intromoodle1/event/login.html
Join the webinar 20-30 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate speakers are required; a simple computer microphone
and/or headset is ideal for complete interaction. A webcam is
optional. If you have never used Acrobat Connect Professional, please test
your connection at:
http://admin.adobe.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
TECH ASSISTANCE
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Cissy Lujan-Pincomb
or Miley Grandjean at webinars at nmsu.edu or call us at 575.646.6143.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please visit us at http://webinars.nmsu.edu
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us.
Thank you,
The RETA Webinar Team
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Check out 100+ Web 2.0 Ideas for Educators & Scribd
100+ Web 2.0 Ideas for Educators is hosted on a cool site called Scribd. It says:
We accept all major formats
FREE UNLIMITED Storage!
Here’s the link:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/3273/100-Web-20-Ideas-for-Educators
Very cool.
:)
~julz
We accept all major formats
FREE UNLIMITED Storage!
Here’s the link:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/3273/100-Web-20-Ideas-for-Educators
Very cool.
:)
~julz
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
It's Earth Day!
For Everyone - Earthcast 2008:
http://edtechtalk.com/earthcast08
For Middle Schoolers - Planet Green Game:
http://planetgreengame.com/
What are you doing on Earth Day?
:)
~julz
http://edtechtalk.com/earthcast08
For Middle Schoolers - Planet Green Game:
http://planetgreengame.com/
What are you doing on Earth Day?
:)
~julz
Monday, April 21, 2008
This is sooo cool!
Thanks Larry for the Ted link and Mel for Dave Eggers focused video:
Dave Eggers: 2008 TED Prize wish: Once Upon a School
http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/233
Eggers wrote one of my all time fave books:
A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius
And I’ve heard What is the What? Is also a great book.
:)
~julz
Dave Eggers: 2008 TED Prize wish: Once Upon a School
http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/233
Eggers wrote one of my all time fave books:
A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius
And I’ve heard What is the What? Is also a great book.
:)
~julz
UK Top 100 Learning Tools
Top 100 Tools for Learning Spring 2008
http://www.c4lpt.co.uk/recommended/top100.html
And the accompanying
Core Toolset for Learning 2008
http://www.c4lpt.co.uk/recommended/toolbox2008.html
http://www.c4lpt.co.uk/recommended/top100.html
And the accompanying
Core Toolset for Learning 2008
http://www.c4lpt.co.uk/recommended/toolbox2008.html
Blogs, Wikis, and Web 2.0, O My!
A few cool things you oughta know about.
:)
~julz
The Edublog Awards Site
http://edublogawards.com/2007/
Flat Classroom Project Wiki
http://flatclassroomproject.wikispaces.com/
Steve Hargadon’s Support Blogging Wiki
http://supportblogging.com/
Classroom Google Earth wiki
http://classroomgoogleearth.wikispaces.com/
David Warlick's CoLearners Wiki
http://davidwarlick.com/wiki/pmwiki.php/Main/HomePage
Wikis Make Learning Wicked Fun
http://techlearning.com/story/showArticle.php?articleID=196605118
Web 2.0 for the Classroom Teacher
http://www.kn.att.com/wired/fil/pages/listweb20s.html
Remember Round Robin Story Writing?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GR3d01bQInE
Social Networking for Teachers
http://socialnetworking4teachers.wikispaces.com/
---make sure to check out the bloggers and books to Learn From
:)
~julz
The Edublog Awards Site
http://edublogawards.com/2007/
Flat Classroom Project Wiki
http://flatclassroomproject.wikispaces.com/
Steve Hargadon’s Support Blogging Wiki
http://supportblogging.com/
Classroom Google Earth wiki
http://classroomgoogleearth.wikispaces.com/
David Warlick's CoLearners Wiki
http://davidwarlick.com/wiki/pmwiki.php/Main/HomePage
Wikis Make Learning Wicked Fun
http://techlearning.com/story/showArticle.php?articleID=196605118
Web 2.0 for the Classroom Teacher
http://www.kn.att.com/wired/fil/pages/listweb20s.html
Remember Round Robin Story Writing?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GR3d01bQInE
Social Networking for Teachers
http://socialnetworking4teachers.wikispaces.com/
---make sure to check out the bloggers and books to Learn From
ScreencastOMatic Reminder
In my opinion, Screencast-o-matic is a must have tool for online educators!
:)
~julz
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:)
~julz
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We encourage you to forward this to other eductors.
This is a reminder that you are invited to ScreencastOMatic, which is due to
start at Tuesday 22 April 2008, 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM.
Below are the event details and instructions for participating:
Event: ScreencastOMatic
Description:
When: Tuesday 22 April 2008, 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
TO JOIN THE WEBINAR
Our Brown Bag sessions are 30 minutes long and will begin promptly at
12:00pm MT (1:00 CT; 2:00 ET; 11:00 PT).
* If you have not registered for this event, please go to the following
link to register at least 24 hours prior to the event:
http://nmsu.acrobat.com/e73241264/event/registration.html
* If you have previously registered for this event, attend by going to
the following link and enter the email address and password you used to
register: http://nmsu.acrobat.com/e73241264/event/login.html
Join the webinar 20-30 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate speakers are required; a simple computer microphone
and/or headset is ideal for complete interaction. A webcam is optional. If
you have never used Acrobat Connect Professional, please test your
connection at:
http://admin.adobe.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
TECH ASSISTANCE
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Cissy Lujan-Pincomb
or Miley Grandjean at webinars at nmsu.edu or call us at 575.646.6143.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please visit us at http://webinars.nmsu.edu
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us.
Thank you,
The RETA Webinar Team
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Classroom 2.0 LIVE Conversations
Classroom 2.0 LIVE Conversations are community-scheduled opportunities to talk on specific topics with other members of the Classroom 2.0 using one of the online voice/video/sharing programs.
http://www.classroom20wiki.com/live+conversations
http://www.classroom20wiki.com/live+conversations
What students want...
Read the eSchool News article about what students want:
http://snipurl.com/23xeq
In a nutshell, they want laptops and more video game technology used for learning. Make sure to check out the algebra video game discussed called DimensionM – http://dimensionm.com
:)
~julz
http://snipurl.com/23xeq
In a nutshell, they want laptops and more video game technology used for learning. Make sure to check out the algebra video game discussed called DimensionM – http://dimensionm.com
:)
~julz
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Google Earth, Google Sky, & Google Universe!
Thanks to Holly!
Google Earth teacher created website...
http://gelessons.com/lessons/
And now there’s Google Sky!
Check it out at: http://www.google.com/sky/
Just kidding about the Google Universe! Latent April Fool’s Day reaction.
Although it might be in development...
--Sincerely,
Susie B. =;->
Google Earth teacher created website...
http://gelessons.com/lessons/
And now there’s Google Sky!
Check it out at: http://www.google.com/sky/
Just kidding about the Google Universe! Latent April Fool’s Day reaction.
Although it might be in development...
--Sincerely,
Susie B. =;->
Various 10min online tutorials related to NETS
Thanks to Bethany for this resource on 21st Century Information Fluency.
http://208.109.122.145/tutorials/micro/
http://208.109.122.145/tutorials/micro/
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Moodle vs Edu2.0
For those who are interested, there is an interesting dialog between the
developer of Edu2.0 and the developer of Moodle at the following link.
developer of Edu2.0 and the developer of Moodle at the following link.
It is mostly technical jargon, but I find the dialog interesting as an
example of collaborative online learning.
FYI:
http://grahamglass.blogs.com/main/2008/03/code-stats-edu2.html
Judy
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Invitation to Google Educator: Google Earth
You have been invited to the following free event:
Event: Google Educator: Google Earth
Description: Join Celia Einhorn as she introduces you to the exciting world
of Google Earth. Learn how to navigate through different cities across the
world, interpret maps, and investigate your final destination and all the
continents, countries, cities, roads, buildings, and lakes in between. Begin
building a curriculum rich in culture!
When: Tuesday 8 April 2008, 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
TO JOIN THIS EVENT
Our Brown Bag sessions are 30 minutes long and will begin promptly at
12:00pm MST (1:00 CST; 2:00 EST; 11:00 PST).
*Please register for this event at least 24 hours prior to the event.
*To register, please go to the following link:
http://nmsu.acrobat.com/bbbgoogleearth/event/registration.html
*The email and password you use to register will be your login and password
to attend the event.
*You will receive a reminder email with the link to attend 24 hours prior to
the event.
*You can also attend the event by going to
http://webinars.nmsu.edu/bbbs_schedule.htm and selecting the "attend" link
(you still need to register prior to the event)
To participate speakers are required. A simple computer microphone and/or
headset is ideal for complete interaction.
A webcam is optional. If you have never used Acrobat Connect Professional,
please test your connection at:
http://admin.adobe.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
TECH ASSISTANCE
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Cissy Lujan-Pincomb
or Miley Grandjean at webinars at nmsu.edu
or call us at 575-649-0768 or 575.646.6143.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please visit us at http://webinars.nmsu.edu
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
We encourage you to forward this invitation to other educators!!
Thank you,
The RETA Webinar Team
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
RETA Webinar: Blogs in the Classroom II
You are invited to a RETA Webinar: The eLearning with Emerging
Technologies Series!
Technologies Series!
**This week¹s webinar is: Blogs in the Classroom II
Whether you joined us for Blogging I or not, this session will surely
help any educator take their blogs to a heightened level. Here we will
go more in depth with adding features to your blogs (RSS feeds,
widgets, polls, images, slideshows, etc.). Not only will we ³Bling your
Blog,² we will also discuss the ³how-to² of classroom blog management
and assessment.
**When: March 18, 2008 from 4:30-5:30pm
TO JOIN THIS EVENT
Our Webinar sessions are one hour long and will begin promptly at
4:30pm MST (5:30 CST; 6:30 EST; 3:30 PST).
To attend this event, please go to the following url:
http://nmsu.acrobat.com/r21506815/
To participate speakers are encouraged. A simple computer microphone
and/or headset are ideal for complete interaction. A webcam is
optional. If you have never used Acrobat Connect Professional, please
test your connection at:
http://admin.adobe.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
TECH ASSISTANCE
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Cissy
Lujan-Pincomb or Miley Grandjean at webinars at nmsu.edu or call us at
575-649-0768 or 575.646.6143.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please visit us at http://webinars.nmsu.edu
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
Thank you,
The RETA Webinar Team
Thursday, March 6, 2008
Tag, you're it, pass it on...
Thank to Holly, I’ve been tagged with this information. Read, reflect, ponder and please pass it on.
Quote from Karl Fisch:
“If a teacher today is not technologically literate - and is unwilling to make the effort to learn more - it's equivalent to a teacher 30 years ago who didn't know how to read and write.
Extreme? Maybe. Your thoughts?”
Read his blog post on this:
http://snipurl.com/21552
Read the Article - Are Teachers Ready for 21st Century Learning? You may need to register to read, but it’s free.
http://snipurl.com/21554
Quote from Karl Fisch:
“If a teacher today is not technologically literate - and is unwilling to make the effort to learn more - it's equivalent to a teacher 30 years ago who didn't know how to read and write.
Extreme? Maybe. Your thoughts?”
Read his blog post on this:
http://snipurl.com/21552
Read the Article - Are Teachers Ready for 21st Century Learning? You may need to register to read, but it’s free.
http://snipurl.com/21554
Reminder: Show me the Moodle Blocks!
Want to spice up your Moodle course?
Show me the Moodle - Blocks by Holly Rae Bemis-Schurtz
Thursday, March 6, 2008 - 5 – 6 pm Mountain Standard Time
Register at: http://moodlebots.pbwiki.com/register+here
Attend at: http://nmsu.acrobat.com/retashowmethemoodle/
How do you add RSS feeds to the sidebar of your course? What if you want an interactive calendar for students? These are only a couple of the Blocks available in Moodle. In this one hour session, we will demonstrate implementation of these popular blocks and show you how you can add Widgets to incorporate other dynamic content into your course.
This session is for Moodlers who have already had an introduction to Moodle Course Design.
This session will be recorded for on demand viewing. Details will be shared after the session.
Attending these sessions
A simple computer microphone and/or chat headset is ideal for participation. A web cam is also nice, but not required. Please plan to join the session at least 20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your computer.
If you have never used Acrobat Connect Professional, please test your connection at:
http://admin.adobe.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
Tech Assistance
Support will be available 30 minutes prior to the start of session for tech assistance.
More great eLearning webinars and webclass sessions coming up every week! For more information, see
http://moodlebots.pbwiki.com/Synchronous+Learning+Events
For more information on Moodle
Our ancillary resource for this session is the Moodle 1.8 Handbook at our site at http://reta.nmsu.edu/moodle. After attending, you should be able to practice the ‘hands on’ component in your own Moodle classroom (contact me if you would like a course environment for your use at RETAMoodle - http://reta.nmsu.edu/moodle).
Can’t make it?
Sessions will be recorded. A link for a session recording will be available
=========================
Holly Rae Bemis-Schurtz
hollyrae at nmsu.edu
Student Success is everybody's business!
Ph. 505.646.4699 Fx. 505.646.2044
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC/PO Box 30001; Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
~Division of Student Success & College of Extended Learning~
http://extended.nmsu.edu
~Regional Educational Technology Assistance Program~
http://reta.nmsu.edu
1.800.821.1574
=========================
Show me the Moodle - Blocks by Holly Rae Bemis-Schurtz
Thursday, March 6, 2008 - 5 – 6 pm Mountain Standard Time
Register at: http://moodlebots.pbwiki.com/register+here
Attend at: http://nmsu.acrobat.com/retashowmethemoodle/
How do you add RSS feeds to the sidebar of your course? What if you want an interactive calendar for students? These are only a couple of the Blocks available in Moodle. In this one hour session, we will demonstrate implementation of these popular blocks and show you how you can add Widgets to incorporate other dynamic content into your course.
This session is for Moodlers who have already had an introduction to Moodle Course Design.
This session will be recorded for on demand viewing. Details will be shared after the session.
Attending these sessions
A simple computer microphone and/or chat headset is ideal for participation. A web cam is also nice, but not required. Please plan to join the session at least 20 minutes prior to the start time to configure your computer.
If you have never used Acrobat Connect Professional, please test your connection at:
http://admin.adobe.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
Tech Assistance
Support will be available 30 minutes prior to the start of session for tech assistance.
More great eLearning webinars and webclass sessions coming up every week! For more information, see
http://moodlebots.pbwiki.com/Synchronous+Learning+Events
For more information on Moodle
Our ancillary resource for this session is the Moodle 1.8 Handbook at our site at http://reta.nmsu.edu/moodle. After attending, you should be able to practice the ‘hands on’ component in your own Moodle classroom (contact me if you would like a course environment for your use at RETAMoodle - http://reta.nmsu.edu/moodle).
Can’t make it?
Sessions will be recorded. A link for a session recording will be available
=========================
Holly Rae Bemis-Schurtz
hollyrae at nmsu.edu
Student Success is everybody's business!
Ph. 505.646.4699 Fx. 505.646.2044
New Mexico State University
MSC 3WEC/PO Box 30001; Las Cruces, NM 88003-8001
~Division of Student Success & College of Extended Learning~
http://extended.nmsu.edu
~Regional Educational Technology Assistance Program~
http://reta.nmsu.edu
1.800.821.1574
=========================
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Invitation to NETS Standards / NMSTE
You have been invited to the following event:
Event: NETS Standards / NMSTE
Description: Dr Jill Brown will provide you with information regarding the
updated NETS( National Educational Technology Standards), an update on the
International Society of Technology in Education, and information on the
newly formed New Mexico Society for Technology in Education (NMSTE).
When: Tuesday 11 March 2008, 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
TO JOIN THIS EVENT
Our webinars are one hour and will begin promptly at 4:30 pm MST (5:30 CST;
6:30 EST; 3:30 PST).
-Please register for this event at least 24 hours prior to the event.
-To register, please go to the following link:
http://nmsu.acrobat.com/nets/event/registration.html
-The email and password you use to register will be your login and
password to attend the event.
-You will receive a reminder email with the link to attend 24 hours prior
to the event.
To participate speakers are required. A simple computer microphone and/or
headset is ideal for complete interaction. A webcam is optional. If you
have never used Acrobat Connect Professional, please test your connection
at: http://admin.adobe.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
TECH ASSISTANCE
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Cissy Lujan-Pincomb
or Miley Grandjean at webinars@nmsu.edu or call us at 575-649-0768 or
575.646.6143.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please visit us at http://webinars.nmsu.edu
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us!
Thank you,
The RETA Webinar Team
U.S. educators seek lessons from Scandinavia
In Finland, Sweden, and Denmark “students start formal schooling at age seven after participating in extensive early-childhood and preschool programs focused on self-reflection and social behavior, rather than academic content. By focusing on self-reflection, students learn to become responsible for their own education, delegates said.”
http://snipurl.com/211v6 [www_eschoolnews_com]
http://snipurl.com/211v6 [www_eschoolnews_com]
A Complete Guide to One-to-One Computing in the K-12 Environment
Join MPC Gateway and the Center for Digital Education as they explore both
the inner workings of one-to-one computing and the effects of technology on
educating the "Millennials".
the inner workings of one-to-one computing and the effects of technology on
educating the "Millennials".
Access a FREE version of "K-12 2.0: A Complete Guide to One-to-One Computing
in the K-12 Environment." <http://www.convergemag.com/mpc_gateway/>
Join a Webinar to hear about One-to-One computing implementation.
<http://www.centerdigitaled.com/conference.php?confid=396>
South Dakota is nationally recognized for its progressive and successful
technology agenda. The Center for Digital Education is pleased to share an
overview of the wonderful work the state is doing for its students.
Cool Social Studies Resource
Letter-scanning project brings history to life
University of Rochester posts to web letters written to and from Abraham Lincoln
http://snipurl.com/211uc [www_eschoolnews_com]
University of Rochester posts to web letters written to and from Abraham Lincoln
http://snipurl.com/211uc [www_eschoolnews_com]
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Blogs in the Classroom I Reminder
This is a reminder that you are invited to Blogs in the Classroom I, which
is due to start at Tuesday 4 March 2008, 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM. Below are the
event details and instructions for participating:
is due to start at Tuesday 4 March 2008, 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM. Below are the
event details and instructions for participating:
Event: Blogs in the Classroom I
Description: You hear about blogs everyday from students or co-workers, but
have you thought about using them in your classroom? In this webinar
session you will be introduced to the refreshing world of blogging where you
will begin generating ideas on how you might use blogs within your own
classroom. In this first session we will introduce you to: what a blog is,
what can a blog be used for, help you set up your own blogging account, and
then send you on your way with resources, so that you will make an informed
and enjoyable push into the ³blogging world.²
When: Tuesday 4 March 2008, 04:30 PM - 05:30 PM
TO JOIN THE WEBINAR
Our webinars are one hour and will begin promptly at 4:30pm MST (5:30 CST;
6:30 EST; 3:30 PST).
--If you have not registered for this event, please go to the following
link to register at least 24 hours prior to the event:
http://nmsu.acrobat.com/blogs1/event/registration.html
--If you have previously registered for this event, attend by going to the
following link and enter the email address and password you used to
register: http://nmsu.acrobat.com/blogs1/event/login.html
Join the webinar 20-30 minutes prior to the start time to configure your
computer. To participate speakers are required; a simple computer microphone
and/or headset is ideal for complete interaction. A webcam is optional. If
you have never used Acrobat Connect Professional, please test your
connection at:
http://admin.adobe.acrobat.com/common/help/en/support/meeting_test.htm
TECH ASSISTANCE
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact Cissy Lujan-Pincomb
or Miley Grandjean at webinars at nmsu.edu or call us at 575.649.0768 or
575.646.6143.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please visit us at http://webinars.nmsu.edu
Have a cup of coffee, invite a colleague and raise your eQ (eLearning
Quotient) with us.
Thank you,
The RETA Webinar Team
----------------
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
LCMS Challenges
From Elliot Masie, more on LCMS...
2. LCMS Challenges - Content Format Changes. Learning Content
Management Systems are facing some key challenges as the format of
learning content evolves. The ability to manage the creation,
publication and search capability of PodCasts, User Content such as
Video Segments and Collaboration Content (Wiki or Blog) is not core to
the capabilities of many of the Learning Content Management Systems. I
will be leading a major focus on the updating of the LCMS at our
upcoming Learning Systems '08 event in April (10 and 11) in Las Vegas,
NV - http://www.learningsystems08.com <http://www.learningsystems08.com/>
Learning TRENDS by Elliott Masie is published by The MASIE Center, PO Box
397, Saratoga Springs, NY
2. LCMS Challenges - Content Format Changes. Learning Content
Management Systems are facing some key challenges as the format of
learning content evolves. The ability to manage the creation,
publication and search capability of PodCasts, User Content such as
Video Segments and Collaboration Content (Wiki or Blog) is not core to
the capabilities of many of the Learning Content Management Systems. I
will be leading a major focus on the updating of the LCMS at our
upcoming Learning Systems '08 event in April (10 and 11) in Las Vegas,
NV - http://www.learningsystems08.com <http://www.learningsystems08.com/>
Learning TRENDS by Elliott Masie is published by The MASIE Center, PO Box
397, Saratoga Springs, NY
IBM and 3Dscience game
Google News Alert for: "virtual science"
IBM Launches PowerUp, a New Free 3D Multiplayer Virtual Science
http://money.cnn.com/news/newsfeeds/articles/marketwire/0362330.htm
CNNMoney.com - USA
IBM (NYSE: IBM) is launching a free multiplayer online game, PowerUp
http://www.powerupthegame.org, challenging teenagers to help save the planet
"Helios" from ...
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