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October 27, 2008

Ep. 28: Virtual Schools Update: Reach for The Stars

Posted in: 21st Century Learning, Ed Tech, Episodes, Facebook, Information Literacy, Kathy King, Mark Gura, Newsflash, On The Road, Photos, STEM, Virtual Schools

A resource and vision episode for every teacher, staff developer and administrator in k-16 schools today and tomorrow!

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A resource filled and cutting edge episode about virtual schools. From Myth Busting to Standards and star gazing and everywhere beyond, Kathy reveals her expertise which has been hidden from the podcast listeners- she being a researcher, author and online educator for over 14 years. Kathy and Mark highlight several timely initiatives across k-12 schools regarding online learning and bring their keen educational sight to bear on this very pertinent topic.

Recent educational headlines and top notch articles are discussed , terrific resources and Distance Learning Myths are “Busted” in every direction to encourage Teachers Podcast listeners to step out into the world of online learning and incorporate learning management systems and online resources at their comfort level!

Also a special opportunity to participate in a study about teachers and students using podcasting in classrooms- read on for more information!

“Sometimes locking heads, but always with much laughter, the Teachers’ Podcast dynamic duo offers up a most substantial and entertaining episode to celebrate the REVOLUTION in teaching and learning.”

NEWSFLASH! TTPOD On the Road!

Dr. Kathy King

  • NOV 5- Penn State Harrisburgh- Look for Kathy at Penn State Unviersity- Harrisburg on Nov 5 at 7pm as she leads a seminar on podcasting and new media for the graduate faculty and students.
  • NOV 10, PHIL, PA- Also she will keynote the 2008 CAP /CAEL Conference in Philadelphia on Nov 10, before heading to
  • NOV 11-14 Denver, CO- AAACE and CPAE in Denver, CO (Nov 11-14) to conduct several sessions on new media and also adult learning/HR topics!

Mark Gura

  • Oct-Nov (2 weeks) – South East Asia! Mark is in the air and on the road in Vietnam and Cambodia for his annual international vacation and exploration excursion with his brother Abby.

Don’t be concerned the dynamic TTPOD hosts have prerecorded episodes to carry the listeners over the intervening weeks!

TTPOD Epsiode 28 Articles

  • On the way: Nation’s first tech-literacy exam
    Tech literacy to be added to Nation’s Report Card beginning in 2012
    For the first time ever, technological literacy will become part of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), also known as the Nation’s Report Card, the test’s governing board has announced.Beginning in 2012, the test will measure students’ proficiency with technology in addition to reading, math, science, history, writing, and other subjects. The new test will mark the first time students’ technology literacy has been assessed on a national level.

    http://www.eschoolnews.com/news/top-news/index.cfm?i=55483

Virtual Learning

Myth Busting

  • Data and insight
  • Leading the Band: The Role of the Instructor in Online Learning for Educators
  • Sloan-C report-
  • Evidence of Myths:
    • NYC Article:

  • Virtual Learning Resources

  • NACOL: http://www.nacol.org/
    • NACOL Programs and Services
    • NACOL Board of Directors
    • History of NACOL

      • About NACOL

      The North American Council for Online Learning Believes:

      * Online learning is a viable option that allows every learner to achieve a quality education.
      * Models of reform in public and private education should incorporate online learning as a viable tool for change.
      * Online learning is a viable path for educating children throughout their primary and secondary education years.
      * Quality online learning opportunities are led by outstanding course content delivered by highly qualified educators.
      * Federal, state and local education entities must evaluate and refine existing education public policy in order to promote online teaching and learning options.
      * Professional development, whether delivered in an online or face-to-face environment, is the basis for ensuring that students and teachers have productive online learning experiences.
      * Online teachers and students match or surpass all accountability standards.
      * Federal, state, local and corporate entities must support research and development to provide insight into and promote best practices in the areas of online learning.

  • Tappedin.org
  • Celestia

    • Virtual astronomy software sparks student interest in science
      A free software program, Celestia , is allowing students in one Virginia high school to traverse time and space, as astronomy teacher Frank Gregorio guides them through Celestia’s three-dimensional virtual universe. The software transforms a classroom “into a high tech space-simulation experience far more exciting than anything these kids have ever experienced in a school,” Gregorio says. (9/17) Edutopia article

    • YouTube Videos (DEMOs…great!) on Celestia

      Video 1TAPPEDIN

      Video 2

Online Community Feature

Maddox’s Podcast Participant Study Invitation

Cynthia Maddox, a doctoral candidate at Pace University, is doing a research project with the guidance of Dr. Kathy King, in which she is looking at the effective use of mobile technology, especially podcasts.

“I’m inviting teachers to share experiences you have in using podcasts with your students. Some of you may have written your own podcast scripts and some of you have had your students create podcast recordings. This study will look at children in grades K – 12.”
Come show administrators, your colleagues, parents and reluctant technology users that the tools of our youth do have value. Let the nay Sayers learn that authentic assignments can motivate and stimulate a thirst for discovery. Share your successes in turning your students on to school and into life long learners.

To find out more about this podcast study, Email Cynthia at Cynthiam9@gmail.com ASAP
Be sure to include the words “Maddox Podcast Study” in your subject.

    MicrophoneComing soon.. the Interviews with Winners of the

    3rd Annual ‘The Teachers’ Podcast’

    Best Educational Podcast Awards!

    McGraw Hill Education is our proud partner in recognizing the achievements

    of teachers and students in advancing the field of new media and education

    MHEducation

    Check out the main Contest 2008 page for details about submission, categories and prizes

    Submissions for Year 3 Closed Aug. 15, 2008. Check back for Year 4 in a few months.

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