The document discusses principles for managing a 21st-century classroom, emphasizing the importance of technology integration and effective classroom management techniques. It outlines best practices, such as establishing clear rules and procedures, using instructional design models like TPACK and backward design, and leveraging collaborative strategies for student engagement. Additionally, it highlights the need for effective communication tools and resources to enhance the learning environment and support both teachers and students.

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2. COLLABORATION
Back Channel:
• TodaysMeet.com
• Collaborative Doc
(see wiki for specific links)
BASIC PHILOSOPHY: A back channel is the conversation
that is going on while a lecture, video , presentation or
other work is going on. This is almost ALWAYS happening
anyways, the key is to get students using it productively.
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3. KEY PRINCIPLES
“Any teacher who can be
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replaced by a computer
deserves to be.”
-David Thornberg
Futurist & Technology Educator
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4. KEY PRINCIPLES
“Technology in education must
be like oxygen: ubiquitous,
necessary, and invisible.”
-Chris Lehman
Educator, Administrator, Technology Leader
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5. KEY PRINCIPLES
“Technology integration should
mean something different for
everyone. Teachers should seek
out the tools that are relevant
to their practice.”
-Michael Peters
International Ed-Tech Gunslinger
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the challenge
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• Bringing together best practices
in classroom management,
technology integration and
instructional design.

7. Instructional design facilitates
classroom management
because students are active
Technology
and engaged.
integration supports
instructional design
by facilitating rich,
Instructional
collaborative & Design Classroom
authentic tasks. management facilitates
instructional design by
creating an effective
learning environment.
Instructional design the sweet spot
facilitates technology
integration by providing Technology Classroom
clear learning goals and Integration Management
rich activities which use
technology to its fullest.
Technology integration supports classroom
management with communication tools and
Classroom management supports
quick access to a wealth of resources for
technology integration by ensuring that
added support or enrichment.
technology resources are used
effectively.
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today
• Classroom Management
Traditional principles for a digital
classroom.
• Instructional design
Overview of best practices, and why it
matters in your 21st Century Classroom
• Getting it together:
A quick checklist

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Classroom Management
Traditional principles for a digital classroom.

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Managing student behavior is a challenge as old as teaching.

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Of all the possible variables,
classroom management has
the largest impact on student
achievement.
- Robert J. Marzano

12. BEST PRACTICES IN
Classroom Management
1. Setting the tone
2. Clear and consistent rules, procedures
and consequences
3. Progressive discipline, with
documentation.
4. Persistence!
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13. BEST PRACTICES IN
Classroom Management
1. Setting the tone.
• Emphasize the classroom as a learning environment – all decisions –
including when to use (or not to use) technology should be seen and
explained through that lens.
• Cultivate an environment where students are held accountable for
their actions.
• Model appropriate conduct – teachers need to do a better job
managing their own use of technology.
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14. BEST PRACTICES IN
Classroom Management
2. Clear and consistent rules, procedures
and consequences.
• Spend class time discussing and/or developing rules and procedures.
Keep them as brief and simple as possible.
• Procedures can included structured timing, daily responsibilities, and
expectations for behavior while input or discussion is happening.
• They should be posted in the classroom and made available to
parents, online or otherwise.
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15. Common Sense
School Rules For Devices
In the Classroom
• Laptops, including tablets, are permitted in classrooms for basic educational purposes. Other
devices, such as Blackberries, iPods and other smart phones may be permitted for specific
activities.
• Devices must be used in the classroom ONLY for specific, educational purposes as specified
by the teacher.
• Personal communications (Facebook, email, chat) or digital entertainment (such as games or
movies) are NEVER permitted inside the classroom, unless for specific educational activities
authorized by the teacher.
• Teachers should develop routines and procedures defining when and how computers should
be used in their classroom. It is the responsibility of the teacher to clearly establish and
communicate these expectations.
• Computers should be treated as basic educational tools. Access should not be denied as a
punishment, nor granted as a reward.
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16. Mr.Peters’
Classroom Rules for
Electronics
In our classroom:
• Laptops or tablets, are encouraged. Smartphones may be used at designated times to
update homework or To-Do lists.
• You must enter this classroom with all devices off, and leave the classroom with all devices
off.
• No games, entertainment, or personal communications in the classroom. EVER.
• No taking pictures or video of others without their permission.
• You are accountable for your words and conduct both in class, and online.
• Computer problems are NEVER an excuse for late or missing work. Save often. Leave yourself
extra time. PROBLEM SOLVE.
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17. BEST PRACTICES IN
Classroom Management
3. Progressive discipline
• A great system doesn’t mean you’ll never have trouble.
Be ready with the next step.
• In a progressive discipline model, consequences
become more severe when behaviors are repeated or
become more severe.
• DOCUMENTATION IS THE KEY.
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18. PRACTICAL
Classroom Management
TIPS
Dealing With Devices!
1. MBWA – Management by Wandering Around
2. RATS – Read All of The Screen
(for students AND teachers!)
3. Learn about window and tab control
4. Protected input and discussion times.
5. “45 your screens!”
6. Adjust the physical layout of the room.
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19. BEST PRACTICES IN
Classroom Management
Technology Can HELP!
• Example: Class Dojo
(http://www.classdojo.com)
• Example: 101 SMART Goals
(http://www.101-smart-goals.com/)
• Example: Superbetter
(http://www.superbetter.com)
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20. Classroom Management
OTHER WAYS TECHNOLOGY CAN HELP
1. Communication with Parents and Students (including
wikis and blogs - documented too!)
2. An extended classroom community means shared
responsibility
3. Streamline your own management
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Instructional Design
Overview of best practices and why it matters in your
21st Century Classroom

22. KEY PRINCIPLES
“Using technology successfully
in the classroom is a mindset,
not a skill set.”
-Kim Cofino
International Educator &
Technology Coach
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23. BEST PRACTICES IN
Instructional Design
1. TPACK Framework
2. Backwards Design
3. Constructivist Principles
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24. BEST PRACTICES IN
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TPACK is a way of looking at technology-
infused lesson design to ensure you have
covered all the bases.
BASIC PHILOSOPHY: Make sure you think about these
three basic areas: Content knowledge (Does the lesson or
activity require the student to learn & demonstrate the
right content?) Technological knowledge (What
technological skills are required to complete the task – are
they appropriate? Are you teaching assessing them?)
www.tpack.org Pedagogical knowledge (Is it a rich, student-centered
task? Does it require higher order thinking?)
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25. BEST PRACTICES IN
Instructional Design
1. Backwards Design
Backwards design is an instructional design
method invented by Wiggins and McTighe and is part of
their larger Understanding by Design framework.
BASIC PHILOSOPHY: Design with your goals in mind and work backwards to
provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to be successful.
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26. BEST PRACTICES IN
Instructional Design
1. Backwards Design Principles & Technology
Choose and use technology purposefully – to address the
goals you want to achieve.
You can set content-driven goals (ie. their knowledge of the
subject) and also skill-driven goals (ie. the ability to use
computers to collaborate – ITSE framework!)
Remember to think about the necessary computer skills
students will need to be successful – don’t assume.
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27. BEST PRACTICES IN
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2. Constructivist Principles
Constructivism was popularized by the writings of
Jean Piaget. Learning is viewed as a active process.
BASIC PHILOSOPHY: Emphasizes the learner as a unique individual.
You don’t teach the students, as such, they must construct their
own knowledge. Teachers are cast in the role of facilitators or
guides.
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28. BEST PRACTICES IN
Instructional Design
2. Constructivist Principles & Technology
1. Importance of collaboration and working together.
(social constructivism)
2. Accessing great resources – you are a curator!
3. Important skill sets – research, critical thinking
BASIC PHILOSOPHY: You don’t teach the students, as such, they must
construct their own knowledge. Teachers are cast in the role of facilitators or
guides.
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29. Where Tech Integration &
Constuctivism Meet
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Creativity
• Community
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30. Getting It Together
A Day 1 Checklist
Communication
• Your Home Base: a Class Website, Blog or Wiki
• + Email List, Google Group, Twitter Feed, Google + circle,
?
Lesson Planning
• Technology-integrated lessons, resources, homework and
special projects.
• Goal setting for other tech-rich instructional tools.
Professional Enrichment and Collaboration
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31. Getting It Together
A Day 1 Checklist
Professional Enrichment and Collaboration
Build Your Professional Learning Community
Twitter For Educators: A 2 Minute Sales Pitch
• What it is? Hash Tags. How can it be used?
• Tweetdeck.
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32. Successful technology
integration means …
• Preparation
• Problem Solving
• Persistence
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33. Join an online community..
Credit where credit is due
Kim Cofino (http://kimcofino.com) is an international educator and
technology facilitator (presently based in Japan). Her writing on
blending backwards design principles with technology integration was a
major source of inspiration for this presentation.
Steve Katz (http://www.teachwithvideo.com) is an author, technology
facilitator, and former international educator who has prepared several
presentations on classroom management in 1:1 and other device heavy
environments. The great “Oxygen” analogy and many of the practical
management tips come from one of his presentations.
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