Danya

= = __** Sept 18/2012 **__

I think for me personally one of the highlighted points of this article would be “the adjustment period for students who aren’t used to being active participants in their learning.” I would have assumed up until recently that I was a student who was “actively involved in their learning”. Since I have enrolled in CAE, I have more of an understanding of exactly what “active learning” entails, and the differences between students.

In terms of technology paving the way for faculty and students, I feel a lot of consideration must be given for student’s previous knowledge and capabilities of utilizing technology. I know myself as an adult student it is definitely very intimidating working with technology that I have not been previously exposed to.

When I consider the population of individuals living with developmental disabilities, it is especially important to ensure that the students have the tools and resources available to access technology specific to their programming, prior to learning. That being said I am currently using tools such as the IPAD and Smartboard during programming and think it is extremely exciting to look at the bigger picture of possibilities connected to “Active Learning” and “technology

__**Sept 25/2012**__


 * // How the Flipped Classroom was Born //** ,

by Jonathan Bergmann and Aaron Sams

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The two main points presented in this article are the impact that flipped classroom has on student interactions as well as the way we as teachers talk to parents.

I agree that in many aspects a flipped classroom changes not only student learning, however student socialization. As the article points out now that “the role of the teacher has changed from presenter of content to learning coach”, the whole dynamic of the class changes as well. Instead of standing in front of the class lecturing, we are answering questions, working with small groups, and guiding the learning of each student individually. Now this has changed the dynamic of student to student interaction. As they are no longer relying on the teacher to learn they are helping each other. This process has the potential to alleviate dynamics such as cliques and bullying in the class and encourage team work and inclusion.

I like the concept that learning is now being focused on “learning”. I know especially from my personal experience, it always seemed as students; we were constantly striving to complete homework and assignments….it always felt like learning was forced. We all know how that works, especially for youth. Who wants to be told what to do? With the flipped classroom, students are given opportunity to identify their goal and participate in their own learning!

GENIUS!!!

The second point presented in this article is how a flipped classroom “changes the way we talk to parents”. It challenges the fact that this new system will be proactive in ensuring our children become better learners as opposed to discussing their classroom behavior and manners.

During a parent teacher interview it is discussed with parents how the students are conducting themselves in the classroom. ie; sitting quietly, acting respectfully, raising their hand…etc. The truth is many of these students are not intentionally trying to be disruptive, however are struggling with disorders such as ADHD, sensory processing, and FASD. In the new “flipped classroom” the parent teacher meeting might be more focused on “Is the student learning or not?” Effort is now being directed towards helping our children to become better learners as opposed to ensuring classroom etiquette is up to par as well as homework being completed.

It seems to make perfect sense!!!

Carol-I agree Danya with this article in that students identify their goal and own learning wherein teacher is merely the guide-when you think about it it trains them early for post secondary education wherein they are the masters of their own destiny.Secondly, your comment about "are children learning or not" vs "is proper classroom etiquette being maintained" in discussion with parents i would think there needs to be balance as well. I know of some middle school teachers who are burnt out from maintaining order and struggling with high parent expectations.

// Comment from Darrell // // Hello Danya I enjoyed your article and really like the idea of the mini-lectures with students that are struggling with the subject. After the read I began to wonder if these students were struggling because they did not have access to the internet or computers from their home. It is great to use technology in and out of the classroom as long as all the students have access to computers. I know it is 2012 but there are still many students that have no access to computers other than at school. // Comment form Aaron: It is a great idea using screen capture software to create a lecture from power points. The students then can learn when it is more convenient and also for those students who want can use it for review. I have now started to look for software that I can use to crate this. Darrell makes a good point that not everyone has access to a computer. In the country internet is almost impossible to have anything streaming. They do have many computers for use at the school they may have to make a study night of it once and awhile.Great article thanks. Anger Management Blog

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 * Stephen** - "Sewing" - Loved this presentation! Your a brave man! Your execution was perfect!


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 * Harry** - This was informative as I have never heard of this type of treasure hunt before....would like to have seen the end product / and or the success of the hunt!


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 * Ruth - "**Skipping Class". Great jod Ruth! I thought your project was very thought out as your concideration for all components involved was very thorough.!


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