Written Book Report, still very valuable but why not put a 21st Century twist on it?!?
Making a Book Trailer is a new engaging way to create a book report. Check out some the SlimeKids to preview some student made Book Trailers.
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Behaviour Management...Class DOJO
Last week Jamie tells me about a great online behaviour management tool and today in class he did a fantastic presentation on Class DOJO. Since we were able to actually see his class set up in the tool, the information he presented was authentic and showed its practicality. Jamie also shared how he used this tool and what he really liked about it. The parent communication aspect of this tool is very appealing. Not only is it a tool to manage student behaviour but the data collection allows teachers to use the data to communicate with parents and the students.
So in class today I set up my Grade 7 & 8 Core Class in Class DOJO. It took no time at all and it pretty simple to navigate. I'm pretty excited to try out this online tool. I'll keep you posted on my experiences with Class DOJO. Thanks Jamie for sharing.
So in class today I set up my Grade 7 & 8 Core Class in Class DOJO. It took no time at all and it pretty simple to navigate. I'm pretty excited to try out this online tool. I'll keep you posted on my experiences with Class DOJO. Thanks Jamie for sharing.
Class DOJO has a YouTube channel to help you launch your own Class DOJO
Blogging in the Classroom
I came across this article online and I wanted to share...
5 Reasons to use blogs in the Classroom
1. A blog promotes writing in all areas of the curriculum.
2. A blog allows students writing in a new medium. Its getting away from the more traditional forms of writing.
3. A blog give students exposures to future careers.
4. A blog give students an authentic purpose and audience.
5. A blog becomes another form of communication for with parents.
5 Reasons to use blogs in the Classroom
1. A blog promotes writing in all areas of the curriculum.
2. A blog allows students writing in a new medium. Its getting away from the more traditional forms of writing.
3. A blog give students exposures to future careers.
4. A blog give students an authentic purpose and audience.
5. A blog becomes another form of communication for with parents.
Monday, July 15, 2013
Copyright Matters
Teachers steal and borrow all the time. Many times we conveniently ignore the copyright laws and we hope that we don't get noticed...But truly we should be educated on the copyright laws. Here is the a document complied by the Canadian Teachers' Federation to help us understand the copyright laws and how they relate to teaching. Click on the link below and take a read...
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
Paper Slide Video
Good Morning All,
So earlier this week I posted about Stop-motion animation. Although it's quite simple to do some may find it overwhelming.
So is a very low tech and very quick way to make a video.
The link below is a short instructional video from YouTube.
So earlier this week I posted about Stop-motion animation. Although it's quite simple to do some may find it overwhelming.
So is a very low tech and very quick way to make a video.
The link below is a short instructional video from YouTube.
Enjoy,
J
Monday, July 8, 2013
Stop-motion Animation
What is Stop-motion Animation?
A YouTube Video...How to make a stop-motion Animation
Our stop-motion animation
Enjoy this was made by Sharon, Stacy & Joanne
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