The document discusses the skills and approaches needed for 21st century teaching and learning. It asks questions about how to prepare students for unknown future jobs and problems, and the changing role of information. It advocates for teaching that develops skills like critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and digital literacy to help students learn through inquiry using technologies like blogs, social networks and multimedia.
1. 21 st Century Skills Preparing our Students for a Knowledge-Based Economy… November 10, 2009.
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17. If you had to create a list of essential skills for learning in the 21 st century, what would you include?
18. STUDENT LEARNING DIGITAL-AGE LITERACY -basic, scientific, economic and technological literacies -visual and informational literacies -multicultural literacy and global awareness INVENTIVE THINKING -adaptability, managing complexity and self-direction -curiosity, creativity and risk-taking -higher-order thinking and sound reasoning EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION -teaming, collaboration and interpersonal skills -personal, social and civic responsibility -interactive communication HIGH PRODUCTIVITY -prioritize, plan and manage for results -effective use of real-world tools -relevant, high-quality products
CATHIE ACTIVITY: Think-Pair-Share Pair up with someone, preferably who you do not know, and discuss this question. Be prepared to share some of what you discussed with the large group. (Distribute one question per pair/group of three. Collect questions after discussion.)
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CHRISTINE In case you're wondering, an exabyte is 1,000,000,000,000,000,000 bytes OR 1018 bytes - there 1024 petabytes in an exabyte or 1,073,741,824 gigabytes in an exabyte. To give you an idea of what this means , five exabytes of information is equivalent in size to the information contained in 37,000 new libraries the size of the Library of Congress book collections The prefix exa means one billion billion.
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CATHIE *Key words that summarize what learning in the 21 st century is all about… -circled in red: the hallmarks of a successful learner in the 21 st century -circled in orange: are you surprised? 21 st century learning does not do away with “traditional” skills -the rest: not content-based and are therefore universal in all disciplines – have to make the concepts work within your curriculum area Ultimately, A 21st Century Learner… is curious; asks questions; accesses information from a variety of sources; analyzes information for quality; communicates using a variety of media; gathers and communicates information and employs technology ethically; adapts to an ever changing information landscape; needs a supportive network; is a partner in his/her education; manages time effectively; and has the ability to prioritize and plan effectively. Converts information into relevant knowledge
CATHIE Key: moving from accumulation of ideas to application of ideas Skill and knowledge are intertwined.
CATHIE Questioning skills become paramount: Modeling this is key. Questions that expose thinking, especially.
CATHIE Knowledge is constructed collaboratively, thus it requires openness to opposing viewpoints and a problem-solving process that can harmonize disparate entities and ideas.
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CHRISTINE -these skills were borne out of research conducted by American educational research groups -surveyed employers in the private and public sector; looking to identify areas of deficiency among workers -key issues: creativity and problem solving -workers could take direction, but often struggle when put in situations when they had to devise a plan the processes involved in this sort of decision-making was not natural Creativity is as important in education as literacy. Often our students fear being wrong, and thus struggle to arrive at original ideas. We don’t grow into or out of creativity, but often we are educated out it… Re-thinking teaching and learning: New literacy Changing demographic Active content creators Communication and collaboration
CHRISTINE GLOBAL AWARENESS: Using 21st century skills to understand and address global issues Learning from and working collaboratively with individuals representing diverse cultures, religions and lifestyles in a spirit of mutual respect and open dialogue in personal, work and community contexts Understanding other nations and cultures, including the use of non-English languages FINANCIAL/ECONOMIC/BUSINESS LITERACY: Knowing how to make appropriate personal economic choices Understanding the role of the economy in society Using entrepreneurial skills to enhance workplace productivity and career options CIVIC LITERACY: Participating effectively in civic life through knowing how to stay informed and understanding governmental processes Exercising the rights and obligations of citizenship at local, state, national and global levels Understanding the local and global implications of civic decisions HEALTH LITERACY: Obtaining, interpreting and understanding basic health information and services and using such information and services in ways that are health enhancing Understanding preventive physical and mental health measures, including proper diet, nutrition, exercise, risk avoidance and stress reduction Using available information to make appropriate health-related decisions Establishing and monitoring personal and family health goals Understanding national and international public health and safety issues
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CATHIE We cannot purchase a well-rounded program for a “flat world” with new technology. We cannot abandon the rigorous teaching of math, reading, writing, science, history and literature. We need to teach these subjects more effectively, in concert with 21 st century skills in ways that respect and reflect what we know about learning.
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CHRISTINE DIGITAL IMMIGRANTS: Conventional speed Step by step Linear processing Text first Work-oriented Stand alone DIGITAL NATIVES: Twitch speed Random access Parallel processing Graphics first Play-oriented Connected
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CATHIE New formula for learning: 3Rs + 7Cs = 21 st century learning The 7Cs are the result of contemporary efforts to define the essential skills needed for a society’s future workforce. Appears to a reversion back to the “Whole Child ” approach: a well-educated child is healthy, safe and secure, engaged, supported, challenged
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CATHIE It’s important to always honour where we have been to emphasize the growth that we have experienced as a profession. As a group, using the materials provided… markers cue cards tape construction paper clip art images … build a timeline that shows how you see the teaching profession evolving. Along the way, include mention of the various technologies that you encountered as a student and a teacher to give a complete picture. Use symbols, pictures, words and phrases. (Note: Tape a timeline on one of the walls. At one end, label “1900” and at the other “2009”.) 20 th century: Lecture and deliver information Ask questions then accept answers Model “how-to” at the chalk board Employ “give facts then test” model Know pedagogy and effective practice Engage in one-way teacher/student communication 21 st century: Moderate, facilitate, refocus discussions Stimulate, moderate, manage communication and collaboration Use interactive whiteboards, blogs, social networks Adapt curriculum, use digital tools to gather/ assess information Combine pedagogy, effective practice and technological skills Facilitate student/group collaboration
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CHRISTINE What supports do you think are already in place to help you move to this point? -central staff support in-services individualized support -Internet connection more of our schools are becoming wireless -Smartboards -laptop carts -LCD projectors (in each department) -in-school supports teacher librarian -school websites collaborative What are some of the challenges?
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CATHIE Constructivism is a learning theory that supports the following principles: Learning is an active process facilitated by an environment that encourages: risk-taking, creative thinking, and critical thinking. Teachers create such environments to: facilitate learning and provide opportunities for self-reflection and self-evaluation. Learning is social and is fostered by collaboration. Constructivism is a learning theory: n which the learner actively creates his or her own knowledge that emphasizes problem-solving and understanding that uses authentic tasks, experiences and assessments a process that: emphasizes hands-on and real-life experiences occurs among a community of learners preserves and enhances the richness and complexity of a culture an approach : that involves collaboration between teachers, parents, children, and local and global communities members that is tailored to the needs and purposes of individual learners that features active learning, which is challenging, authentic, and multidisciplinary Learners learn by doing within a specific context. Learning is reflective and incorporates feedback from teachers (co-learners) and peers. Students and teachers learn through their mistakes. Technology is a tool to facilitate learning and is NOT the focus of learning. A teaching Strategy to Individualize Learning Constructivism helps each child: pursue personal interests and purposes use and develop his or her abilities build on his or her prior knowledge and experiences develop a love of learning Constructivism encourages teachers to provide for each child’s: preferred learning style rate of learning personal interactions with other learners an opportunity: to shift the emphasis from teaching to learning to individualize and contextualize students’ learning experiences to help students develop the processes, skills and attitudes crucial to construction of useable knowledge A means to change traditional rules, roles and relationships into those of a true learner-centered environment
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CATHIE Description Inquiry-based learning is rooted in the scientific method of investigating phenomenon in a structured and methodical manner. Related to teaching and learning, it is an information-processing model that allows pupils to discover meaning and relevance to information through a series of steps that lead to a conclusion or reflection on the newly attained knowledge. In most cases, teachers use a "guided inquiry" method to facilitate the learning experience and structure the inquiry around specific goals of instruction. The benefits of inquiry-based learning include the development of critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem solving. As an inductive thinking model, it has a particular appeal for boys. Brain research points to this Levels of Inquiry When considering inquiry activities in schools, consider the experiences and skills of your students. There are four levels of inquiry ( Callison ). Controlled . In a controlled inquiry, the teacher and/or media specialist chooses the topic and identifies materials that students will use to address their questions. Students are often involved with specific exercises and activities to meet particular learning outcomes such as retelling stories, evaluating sources, or comparing approaches. Students often have a specific product such as a Venn diagram, paragraph, or poster. Guided . In a guided inquiry, student have more flexibility in their resources and activities however they are expected to create a prescribed final product such as a report or presentation. Modeled . In a modeled inquiry, students act as apprentice to a coach such as a media specialist or classroom teacher. The student has flexibility in terms of topic selection, process, and product. The educators and students work side-by-side engaging in meaningful work. Free . In a free inquiry, students work independently. They explore meaningful questions, examine multiple
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CHRISTINE Activity: Quick Write Participants are asked to write as many responses on Post-It notes as they can think of. When done, they can post their notes on the chart.
CATHIE Generally speaking, when educators are asked if they know about Web 2.0 or what to do with it, this is the general reaction (mouse click for face to “fly in”). There is nothing to fear! Chances are, you know more than you think. Participants will engage in a Senteo anticipation guide about some general knowledge about Web 2.0.
CHRISTINE This was the last time the word “revolution” and “knowledge” were used in the same context. For the most part, we have been retrieving knowledge in the exact same manner ever since the advent of Guttenburg printing press. Consider… If a surgeon from the 18 th were to walk into a modern-day OR, would he be able to perform any procedure? Not likely… what we know about the human body, how we have come to learn about the human body and the ways in which we treat the human body have all evolved. If a teacher from the 18 th were to walk into a modern day classroom, would she still be able to teach? Probably… Have our methods really changed? Sure, some of the information is different, but that’s nothing a little bit of extra reading and research can’t fix.
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CHRISTINE *Emphasize the importance of teaching language for precision for access However… this doesn’t have to be the language of operation in the classroom. Students need direct instruction as to when this language structure is appropriate. Note: A lot IM acronyms are sexually suggestive and racially charged. Activity: Ask participants to shout out if they know what each of the IM acronyms stands for. A mouse click will cause each to “fly in” individually. IM Language: LOL = laughing out loud <3 = heart ^5 = high 5 P911 = parent coming into the room alert 2G2BT = too good to be true MorF = male or female? ASL = age, sex, location PRON = pornography CYO = see you online TTYL = talk to you later KPC = keeping parents clueless CYE = check your email
CHRISTINE Said by Pope Benedict XVI, 24 January 2009
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CATHIE iTunes University has classes available for free within 5 minutes of presentation. Maine and Alaska are trying to move to 1:1 computing. Over 1 billion cell phones purchased in the last year. Increasingly, this is a computing device over a wireless infrastructure. Have hi-res screens, web browsers, download books. Phones will replace an ATM cards. What is the price and who is the focus market? Could they be used as a learning tool? Using new video glasses with the iPhone - now have access to all types of information (text, music, and video). Students will be able to carry a device with the sum total of all knowledge from the beginning of time, downloaded in less than a second. Eric Hoffler - in the times of radical change, the learners will inherit the earth while the learned are prepared for a world that no longer exists
CATHIE Numbers reflect board-wide averages.
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CATHIE Bloom’s revised taxonomy and corresponding web 2.0 applications On SmartBoard participants are asked to arrange the REVISED taxonomy in ascending order.
CHRISTINE Distribute instructions on how to build a blog using Blogger to participants.