The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura » adult learning http://teacherspodcast.org A New Generation of Educational Technology PD for Educators Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:22:53 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 en hourly 1 A New Generation of Educational Technology PD for Educators The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no A New Generation of Educational Technology PD for Educators The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura http://teacherspodcast.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/rssicon-082.jpg http://teacherspodcast.org/category/adult-learning/ Episode 58 We’re Back Virtually! Part 1 http://teacherspodcast.org/2010/10/10/episode-58-were-back-virtually-part-1/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2010/10/10/episode-58-were-back-virtually-part-1/#comments Sun, 10 Oct 2010 17:12:07 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/?p=562
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We’re Back!

After several months of changes and travel, Kathy and Mark return for Part 1 of this two-part episode set which virtually highlights virtual learning virtually!

Virtual podcasting, e-learning, k-12 virtual schools, Nings, Facebook and more, does it get more virtual than this?

We know you will enjoy a stimulating and fun conversation in which Mark and Kathy discuss the opportunities of virtual learning communities.

What are using them for?…

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From virtual learning to Thailand, Austin and the Beatles this episode includes a wide-ranging discussion of the future of technology and education. What is coming down the pike? Can we see it and experience it now?

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Join Kathy and Mark as they discuss emergent trends in education and recent events of late 2009.

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Click to Share! ]]> http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/11/15/ep-49-state-of-learning-technology-mobility-careers-part-1/feed/ 0 [display_podcast] - From mobile learning to teachers' appreciation and survival, this episode covers the broad ground of recent news and events in teaching, learning and technology. Join Kathy and Mark as they discuss recent developments and contact... (http://teacherspodcast.org/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/teachers.jpg) From mobile learning to teachers' The Teachers' Podcast -Dr. Kathy King & Mark Gura no Ep 45: Prime Time for Virtual Learning, Part 2 http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/09/05/ep-45-prime-time-for-virtual-learning-part-2/ http://teacherspodcast.org/2009/09/05/ep-45-prime-time-for-virtual-learning-part-2/#comments Sat, 05 Sep 2009 18:34:08 +0000 admin http://teacherspodcast.org/?p=175 ElectricCompany

It’s here! Part 2 of this special set of episodes on Virtual Learning! In August 2009, major headlines heralded the advancement of distance learning over traditional formats. Breaking the deadlocked perspective of “no significant difference,” these reports may finally provide students of all ages with more convenient an

d flexible learning. Join Kathy and Mark as they discuss the breakthroughs in distance learning aka virtual learning.

Also in this episode much needed catch up on Kathy’s world tour- from China to Tennesse

e to Poconos Paradise! And upcoming event announcements to catch up with Kathy at some conferences she is speaking at October and November 2009 (see below)

You need to join in for this episode to get fired up about the really simple, ways to use web 2.0 and distance learning strategies for all your classes. Come on in, the water is warm and inviting!

The Teachers’ Podcast: More Ed Tech You Can Always Use Today and Tomorrow.
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Contact us at teacherspodcast

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Also in this episode much needed catch up on Kathy’s world tour- from China to Tennessee to Poconos Paradise! And upcoming event announcements to catch up with Kathy at some conferences she is speaking at October and November 2009 (see below)

You need to join in for this episode to get fired up about the really simple, ways to use web 2.0 and distance learning strategies for all your classes. Come on in, the water is warm and inviting!

A new generation of EdTech professional development.
Make us the center of YOUR Ed Tech Universe:

www.teacherspodcast.org

Contact us at teacherspodcast@gmail.com or comment at the website/blog.

The Teachers’ Podcast: More Ed Tech You Can Always Use Today and Tomorrow.

Produced and copyrighted by Transformation Education LLC, Gura and King, 2007-2009.

- UPCOMING EVENTS

Creative Pursuits Conference in Virginia

Creative Pursuits Conference at the Langley School, McLean, VA

How can 21st century technology tools such as interactive whiteboards, videoconferencing, digital cameras, and blogs enhance the classroom experience for today

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Join us for an exciting episode full of technology experiences, trends and debates! What’s more Kathy and Mark provide an update on their travels around the globe and share insights about culture, technology, language learning and Mardi Gras in Mexico. An exciting debate about 21st Century Learning tops off the show with Kathy explaining how some career and technical schools demonstrate this model so well today. How many conference do you think we can name in a single show? This episode might beat them all!

Upcoming Events Not To BE MISSEDNCEA

  • Dr. Kathy King will present a session at NCEA in Anaheim CA

“Podcasting for Every Teacher!” (NCEA Session 1138)
April 14, 2009
NCEA Conference: http://ncea.org/events/NCEAConventionCentral.asp
NCEA program: http://ncea.org/UserFiles/File/Convention/Final-Program-2009.pdf

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  • Mark Gura will be presenting an ISTE Webinar

“Using Technology to Make Every Classroom an Art Classroom”

April 22, 2009
ISTE Webinar Link

RESOURCES and Items mentioned in this Episode!
Short Takes

  • Twitter used to develop second-graders’ writing skills
    • Students in two Maine elementary schools have been exchanging messages through the social-networking Web site Twitter. Teachers say the exercise, which began about one month ago, was initiated to help students develop their writing skills by exchanging messages that must be 140 characters or less. The Providence Journal (R.I.)/The Associated Press (free registration) (3/11)

Sayatherobot

  • Japanese robot teacher no substitute for human educators
    • A primary-school class in Japan is being taught by a robot that can express six emotions, take class rolls, assign basic tasks and speak several languages. The robot is controlled by a human, and is not expected to replace human teachers. Read more about this development! MSNBC/The Associated Press (3/11) , Gizmodo (3/10)
  • Podcast Trumps Lecture in One College Study
    • Those who viewed a lecture from iTunes University out-performed those who attended the lecture and listened in person according to a new survey . eSchool News, March 6, 2008

Feature Discussion

Backers of “21st-Century Skills” Take Flak
Are 21st century skills new critical learning standards or are they the “same old” with a new name? Several scholars debate The Partnership for 21st Century Skills. Education Week, March 4, 2009

Conference Links and Photos

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Launching the new year Kathy and Mark share opportunities, resources and insights for educational technology across grades and content ares.

Sharing their travels, interactions with teachers and school leaders, as well as incorporating headlines from educational and national news, this episode is a great boost offering vision and action for teachers, instructional technology staff, staff developers and all educators.

There are many opportunities for producing change from appointments of US Secretary of Education, to the new budgets and surplus plans, join us as we examine the potential for our classrooms, schools and learners!

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