This global project is open to students in grades K-5. It will be ongoing so feel free to begin whenever you'd like. Anybody can view our work but only participants will be able to publish work and post our discussions.
If you would like to join Weird and Wondrous Weather please send the following information to me and you will receive an invitation. [email removed]].
Therefore, I wanted to get some teachers opinion's on whether situated learning is effective in the classroom. Also, if it is effective, what types of activities work better than others?
I thank you for any information you can share, because this could be helpful in my future practice as a speech language pathologist, whenever I may be collaborating with a teacher, etc.
bennieOn 4/09/10, Amanda C. wrote: > I am currently a student studying to become a Speech > Language Pathologist. As part of my studies, I am taking an > education psychology course. We have learned of the > Constructivist view of discovery learning, and how students > benefit when they are involved in the process of learning. > One asp...See MoreOn 4/09/10, Amanda C. wrote: > I am currently a student studying to become a Speech > Language Pathologist. As part of my studies, I am taking an > education psychology course. We have learned of the > Constructivist view of discovery learning, and how students > benefit when they are involved in the process of learning. > One aspect that of Constructivism that got my attention was > the situated learning experience. This is when we situate > our lessons in real world problems (ex: a mock trial in the > classroom, a student newspaper, etc.) However, I still > remain skeptical. Although the situated learning theory > looks great on paper, does it work in the classroom? > > Therefore, I wanted to get some teachers opinion's on > whether situated learning is effective in the classroom. > Also, if it is effective, what types of activities work > better than others? > > I thank you for any information you can share, because this > could be helpful in my future practice as a speech language > pathologist, whenever I may be collaborating with a > teacher, etc.
My name is Herbert Castro and I am working with a team of filmmakers (Kyle Ruddick and Michael Klima USC '03) producing a first ever multi-platform media project. Below are some details; we'd love for you to be involved and notify your students. The project is called On Day on Earth.
One Day on Earth will include the participation of documentary filmmakers, students and inspired citizens recording a human experience in EVERY country in the world during the 24 hour period of October 10th 2010. We currently have over 1100 participants in 140+ countries. This project has the support of government organizations, non-profit foundation and citizens in every corner of the globe; all looking to share their unique perspective.
Our goal with this project is to create platform for the global community to share in a creative process. We hope this leads to greater understanding of the common threads that connect us and also the differences that make us all unique. There are real issues being addressed and shared, which will hopefully raise awareness to things that do not make headlines. Below are links to the website where you may view our trailer. Feel free to email me if you have any questions or feedback.
A leaf exchange is similar to a postcard exchange. This is how it works:
You (your class) will be responsible for sending one leaf out in the Fall (October/November) to each of the schools listed. I am trying to get 30-40 participants (That would be 30-40 leaves that you would send out as well as receive). Let me know if you are interested.
We are still in need of most states:
Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico North Carolina North Dakota Oklahoma Oregon Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming
On 6/16/10, Danielle wrote: > I have started a leaf exchange for the upcoming 2010/2011 > school year. > > A leaf exchange is similar to a postcard exchange. This is > how it works: > > You (your class) will be responsible for sending one leaf > out in the Fall (October/November) to each of the schools > listed. I am trying to get 30-40 participants (That would be > 30-40 leaves that you would send out as well as receive). > Let me know if you are interested. > > We are still in need of most states: > > Alabama > Alaska > Arizona > Arkansas > California > Colorado > Connecticut > Georgia > Hawaii > Idaho > Illinois > Indiana > Iowa > Kansas > Louisiana > Maine > Maryland > Massachusetts > Minnesota > Mississippi > Missouri > Montana > Nebraska > Nevada > New Hampshire > New Jersey > New Mexico > North Carolina > North Dakota > Oklahoma > Oregon > Rhode Island > South Carolina > South Dakota > Tennessee > Utah > Vermont > Virginia > Washington > West Virginia > Wisconsin > Wyoming
RobinOn 7/29/10, Debbie wrote: > I would like to participate in your leaf exchange. I am > from NE. :) > > > > > On 6/16/10, Danielle wrote: >> I have started a leaf exchange for the upcoming 2010/2011 >> school year. >> >> A leaf exchange is similar to a postcard exchange. This is >> how it works: >...See MoreOn 7/29/10, Debbie wrote: > I would like to participate in your leaf exchange. I am > from NE. :) > > > > > On 6/16/10, Danielle wrote: >> I have started a leaf exchange for the upcoming 2010/2011 >> school year. >> >> A leaf exchange is similar to a postcard exchange. This is >> how it works: >> >> You (your class) will be responsible for sending one leaf >> out in the Fall (October/November) to each of the schools >> listed. I am trying to get 30-40 participants (That would be >> 30-40 leaves that you would send out as well as receive). >> Let me know if you are interested. >> >> We are still in need of most states: >> >> Alabama >> Alaska >> Arizona >> Arkansas >> California >> Colorado >> Connecticut >> Georgia >> Hawaii >> Idaho >> Illinois >> Indiana >> Iowa >> Kansas >> Louisiana >> Maine >> Maryland >> Massachusetts >> Minnesota >> Mississippi >> Missouri >> Montana >> Nebraska >> Nevada >> New Hampshire >> New Jersey >> New Mexico >> North Carolina >> North Dakota >> Oklahoma >> Oregon >> Rhode Island >> South Carolina >> South Dakota >> Tennessee >> Utah >> Vermont >> Virginia >> Washington >> West Virginia >> Wisconsin >> Wyoming
I am from NJ and would be interested in participating. I participated last year, and the kids enjoyed learning about all the leaves. We sent the sweet gum.
In September or October of 201...See MoreThis past school year I participated in a successful leaf exchange. I also particiated in a very successful postcard exchange. I have decided to take charge and organize both projects this year. I have some of my postcard participants participating in both projects.
What is a leaf exchange project?
In September or October of 2010, you will collect leaves from an assigned, yet chosen, tree. You will need to press the leaves for about a week and then glue them onto a 6x6 piece of cardstock which is labeled with the leaf's name and state the leaf is from. It also MUST be laminated. I found many facts about the leaf my class chose and printed and glued the pictures/information on the back of the cardstock. (This was optional) You will need to make a leaf card for each participant and pay for postage when mailing them. I found that greeting card sized envelopes found in the school supplies section/letter mailing section at Wal- mart worked great when mailing the leaf cards.(Between 30- 40 participants, hopefully.)
Once I get the number of participants I'd like to have, I will be emailing everyone. In that email, the participants must list their top three tree choices. I will do my best to give first choices, but I don't want duplicates if possible. It will be a first come first serve basis.
If you are a serious participator, please email me your full name, grade, school name and school address as well as your email address. If you do not want me sharing your email address, please specify, otherwise I will assume it's okay to share with the other participants. I like to share email addresses in case a classroom has a specific question about your leaf.
I'd like to have multiple states represented, but am not against multiple participants from each state either as long as different leaves are represented.
We are looking for PreK-5th grade classes in AL, AK, CO, LA, MD, MO, ND, SD, TX, VT, WA, WV, and WI
Here are the details: Our project is now in its fourth year! It is based on the story of a real dog named Owney who was adopted by US postal workers in the late 1800's. He traveled around the country on trains from post office to post office. This year, Ollie, the stuffed collie puppy, is joined by his brother Oscar in a trip across the USA.
Ollie will race his brother Oscar, to see who can visit 25 states first! Both collie puppies will be traveling at the same time (one east to west, and the other west to east). They have time to visit each class for ONE DAY ONLY. Be sure to pack a ton of fun into your special day with Ollie or Oscar! We want to hurry them along on their journey so they can race across the United States and visit all 50 states before school lets out for summer!! Each class will send a postcard to the other 49 classes after Ollie or Oscar has visited. Include at least one paragraph about your state so we can learn about where you live (large labels work great). Please mail your postcards within one week of his visit.
To keep all project members (and classes) up-to-date with Ollie and Oscar’s adventures, please send 1-2 paragraphs to me by email describing what your class did with Ollie or Oscar. Include digital pictures and/or links to your classroom or school web pages! I will add this to the online travel journal, so all classes can keep track of their travels! Feel free to check my website for past projects and resources: [link removed]!!
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SIGNING UP for 2010-2011, please go to my website and register! ([link removed]”)
These are the last 3 states we need for our online collaborative project... Ollie and Oscar's Race Across the USA!! Check my website for details and to sign up!
We are looking for 21 more classes to make and exchange letters!
Here’s a quick summary: ++ You will create 26 of your assigned lowercase alphabet letter. ++ Your students will decorate your letters with pictures, decorations, etc that begin with your assigned letter. ++ Type up a paragraph or two about your area. ++ (Optional) Feel free to include a tongue twister about your letter! ++ Mail your letters to the participating classes by October 1st. ++ You’ll have an alphabet of letters from your friends across the country!!
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SIGNING UP for 2010-2011, please go to my website and register! ([link removed]”)