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Collaborative Learning Using Web 2.0 Applications
in (and out of) Middle School
Bedminster Public School
Bob McNultyLaura Schechter
Robyn Seid
The session can be viewed at http://tinyurl.com/techspobedminster
NOTE:
Several links in this presentation are set to access items that are password-protected, and were intended for use during the live presentation. Those resources are restricted from public access in order to maintain the account privacy of our staff members and students.
Background Information
Web 2.0, Laptops and 1:1 Computing
• Web 2.0 in Technology Class (last 2-3 years)• 1 day/week for entire year• "intended" to integrate with coursework• Basic, practical, transferable skills• Students were learning, teachers were not
Background Information Web 2.0, Laptops and
1:1 Computing
• 2010-2013 Tech Plan - 1:1 Learning Opportunities
• 1:1 at all times in certain Grades (3, 4, 5 & 6 classes in 2010-2011)
• Common experiences for students in Grades 5 & 6 (Middle School)
• Support from Technology teachers and outside PD provider
Background Information Web 2.0, Laptops and
1:1 Computing
• Web 2.0 in 1:1 Classroomso Used at will, to support learningo applied directly to coursework
• Evolving, practical, transferable skills• Connection to Home
o Web 2.0 tools and files available from homeo Extend classworko Flexible amount of time on task at home
• Collaboration, both synchronous and asynchronous
In the Bedminster Classroom Today... Teachers Helping
Teachers
• Google Docs- Sharing Lesson Documents
• Integrated Google Apps• Google Chat- Part of email
system.• Skype- Used with other
experts/professionals in education.
In the Bedminster Classroom Today...
Google Apps- Docs Spreadsheets
Sites
Presentations
Google Docs:Peer Editing Newsletter Class of 2012
Pros/Cons
In the Bedminster Classroom Today...
Google Sites:Election Project and Roman Empire Site
Elections, Issues, polling and predictions
Multimedia study guide, made in Study Skills (Special Ed)
In the Bedminster Classroom Today...
In the Bedminster Classroom Today...• Voicethread
o ESLo Science Wind Example o Students Teaching Others
• What's Next...Google Chrome Sync- Website Synching Apps and Bookmarks to use on any computer. This lets individuals sync back and forth with school.
Teacher Websites
• Voki• Sporcle• Classwork• Assignments• Current Events• Videos
Student Reflections: "It would be easier to put a Google Presentation or Spreadsheet on a site because you could see it automatically instead of clicking on an attachment. If I did make a change, I wouldn't need to worry about uploading the presentation for Google would do it for me." "If we were doing a group presentation for reading and language arts (which we actually have done), we could work on it at the same time and do our part without needing to copy-and-paste the night before working on it each day in class." "One advantage is that the people you share the document with can correct any mistakes. If you needed help, you could type it in and someone who's working on it from another computer can do it so it won’t be hard to finish." "I have learned that it is easier than trying to set a date to meet at someone's house to complete a project."
Accomplishments and Speed BumpsAccomplishments:1) Learning technology basics while learning the curriculum
2) Collaborative assignments
3) Classwork is extended into homework
Speed Bumps:1) Technology issues- in school and at home
2) Time constraints
Teacher Collaboration
• PLCs
• Diigo Group
• Meetings once a month all together
• Technology teachers available to meet and work in the classroom.
• Technology P21 Integration Template
o Used to develop lessons collaborativelyo Drive learning before the technology
Web 2.0 Around the School
• Google Apps• Wikis and Blogs
o Health - Current Events• Voicethread• ThinkQuest• Webspiration• Collaborize and Testmoz (Sample Quiz)• Interactive learning sites
o Example - Power Playo BrainPopo Discovery Education Streaming
Thanks for coming (staying)!
Questions?
The session can be viewed at:http://tinyurl.com/techspobedminster