The document discusses how technology can be used to drive educational excellence and differentiation in the classroom. It provides examples of tools like social networks, wikis, and digital storytelling that engage different learning styles. It also emphasizes that technology is just a tool and the most important things are the learning environment, styles, interests, and readiness of students.

1. Driving Educational Excellence with Tech Vicki Davis, Teacher Bio: http:// coolcatteacher.wikispaces.com/About+Me http://engage08.wiki.hoover.k12.al.us/Keynote+Presentation

2. Vicki Davis

3. Teacher

4. Blogger

5. Co-Founder

6. Webcaster

9. Research Based Best Practices

10. Authentic Assessment

11. Cooperative Learning

12. Project Based Learning

14. Flat Classroom

15. The technology mis conception

16. It’s not about the technology

18. This precious isn’t evil.

19. Tools are Morally Neutral

20. Is a cupcake good?

23. Ban Cupcakes!

24. Cell Phones

25. iPods

26. Online Videos

28. Other Dangerous Weapons

29. The most dangerous weapon ever invented

30. Don’t change me! 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com

32. Eat a watermelon

33. Not whole!

34. Small bites!

35. The power of Three! Pick three

36. Intentional Research & Development (R&D)

37. The problem with technology

39. Efficient

40. Effective

41. Transport us to a better education

42. Technology isn’t just to look cute!

43. The power of technology

44. 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com Every student learns differently !

45. Creators Inventors Problem Solvers 06/05/09 – Licensed Istock Photo Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com Our Students

46. Different = Different iated Instruction 06/05/09 – Licensed Istock Photo Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com Our Classrooms

47. What does the best education in the world look like? “ What Makes Finnish Kids So Smart” The Wall Street Journal By ELLEN GAMERMAN February 2008 http://online.wsj.com/public/article/SB120425355065601997.html 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com

48. http://flickr.com/photos/prittibaby/477057343/

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50. Technology Driven Differentiation A Classroom B Administration

51. 1 Tools 2 Learning Styles 3 Interests 4 Readiness 5 Content 6 Environment 7 Process A Classroom Car

52. The Tools (Framework) Learning Environment (essential link) Learning Styles Interests Readiness Level Content Process (engine) 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 The Classroom Car

53. The Tools (Framework) 1 The Classroom Car

54. Assembling My Class Framework X The Classroom Car

55. 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com

56. Educational 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com

57. 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com Educational Network (Ning) – PRIVATE!

58. 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com

59. 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com 2. Wiki-centric Classroom http://westwood.wikispaces.com/2008_2009_A_notes

60. Student PLN’s Include Their List (Remember the Milk) 3. Personal Learning Network (PLN) a – Their List “To Do”

61. Student PLN’s Include Their List (Remember the Milk) Class Calendar (Google Cal) 3. Personal Learning Network (PLN) b. Google Calendar

62. 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com b. Google Calendar

63. Student PLN’s Include Their List (Remember the Milk) Class Calendar (Google Cal) Links to Class Websites 3. Personal Learning Network (PLN) c. Links to Class Websites

64. Student PLN’s Include Their List (Remember the Milk) Class Calendar (Google Cal) Links to Class Websites Email 3. Personal Learning Network (PLN) d. Email

65. Student PLN’s Include Their List (Remember the Milk) Class Calendar (Google Cal) Links to Class Websites Email Google Reader (RSS reader) Blogs Wiki changes 3. Personal Learning Network (PLN) e. Google Reader

66. 4. Create Audio 5. Create Video

67. ISTE Nets™ Standards 4. Technology communications tools Students use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences. Students use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences. 6. Collaborate Globally

68. 6. Collaborate Globally Flattening your classroom

69. 7 th ! Second Life 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com

70. This framework holds everything else I do!

71. Assembling the Framework

72. 1 - Hyperlink 2- Embedded Multimedia 2 Skills for Web 2: Hyperlinking Embedding

73. Embed Code URL Link www.youtube.com

74. Embed Code URL Link www.toondoo.com

75. Embed Code URL Link www.classtools.net

76. 1 - Hyperlink 2- Embedded Multimedia 2 Skills for Web 2: Hyperlinking Embedding

77. + Class Rules

78. Online behavior has Offline consequences!

79. All public places I use Automated Monitoring (RSS)

80. Leadership Self-Organization Empowerment

81. Assembling the Framework How to Hyperlink How to Embed Digital Citizenship Rules for Use Automated Monitoring Leadership Self-Organization Empowerment

82. The Tools (Framework) Learning Styles 1 2 The Classroom Car

83. Learning Styles Logical Mathematical Linguistic Spatial Pictures Bodily Kinesthetic Musical Interpersonal Intrapersonal Naturalist

84. Take a Vote! Which tool should we investigate as it relates to learning styles? Educational Networking Wikis Digital Storytelling

85. Educational Network (Ning) Blogging Forums

86. Social Network (Ning) Blogging Forums Administration Organizing Site Linking sharer

87. Social Network (Ning) Blogging Forums Administration Organizing Site Linking sharer Photography Outdoor video Gcast remotely “ Roving” reporter Google Earth

88. Social Network (Ning) Blogging Forums Administration Organizing Site Linking sharer Photography Camera op. VoiceThread Animoto Photography Outdoor video Gcast remotely “ Roving” reporter Google Earth

89. Social Network (Ning) Blogging Forums Administration Organizing Site Linking sharer Acting Presenting (Get on film) Photography Camera Op VoiceThread Animoto Photography Outdoor video Gcast remotely “ Roving” reporter Google Earth

90. Social Network (Ning) Blogging Forums Administration Organizing Site Linking sharer Acting Presenting (Get on film) Photography Camera Op VoiceThread Animoto Record audio files Audacity editor VoiceThread Animoto Photography Outdoor video Gcast remotely “ Roving” reporter Google Earth

91. Social Network (Ning) Blogging Forums Administration Organizing Site Linking sharer Acting Presenting (Get on film) Photography Camera Op VoiceThread Animoto Record audio files Audacity editor VoiceThread Animoto Photography Outdoor video Gcast remotely “ Roving” reporter Google Earth Forums Cell phone enabled Blogging or pics Discussion facilitators

92. Social Network (Ning) Blogging Forums Administration Organizing Site Linking sharer Acting Presenting (Get on film) Photography Camera Op VoiceThread Animoto Record audio files Audacity editor VoiceThread Animoto Photography Outdoor video Gcast remotely “ Roving” reporter Google Earth Forums Cell phone enabled Blogging or pics Discussion facilitators Reflections Reading & opinion Debates

93. Wikis Wiki Composition Writing Research

94. Wikis Wiki Composition Writing Research Programming Organizing Widget finding Mentoring

95. Wikis Wiki Composition Writing Research Programming Organizing Widget finding Mentoring Outdoor dig storytlng or photography Maps Environmental research

96. Wikis Wiki Composition Writing Research Programming Organizing Widget finding Mentoring Camera Photography Graphic Design “ looks” Outdoor dig storytlng or photography Maps Environmental research

97. Wikis Wiki Composition Writing Research Programming Organizing Widget finding Mentoring Acting Presenting (Get on film) Camera Photography Graphic Design “ looks” Outdoor dig storytlng or photography Maps Environmental research

98. Wikis Wiki Composition Writing Research Programming Organizing Widget finding Mentoring Acting Presenting (Get on film) Camera Photography Graphic Design “ looks” Record audio files Audacity editor VoiceThread Animoto Outdoor dig storytlng or photography Maps Environmental research

99. Wikis Wiki Composition Writing Research Programming Organizing Widget finding Mentoring Acting Presenting (Get on film) Camera Photography Graphic Design “ looks” Record audio files Audacity editor VoiceThread Animoto Outdoor dig storytlng or photography Maps Environmental research Discussion mgt Cell phone enabled Blogging or pics, twitter Live streaming

100. Wikis Wiki Composition Writing Research Programming Organizing Widget finding Mentoring Acting Presenting (Get on film) Camera Photography Graphic Design “ looks” Record audio files Audacity editor VoiceThread Animoto Outdoor dig storytlng or photography Maps Environmental research Discussion mgt Cell phone enabled Blogging or pics, twitter Live streaming Reflecting Opinion Reporting on group issues

101. Digital Storytelling Script Writer

102. Digital Storytelling Script Writer Call Sheets Production Schedule Asst Director

103. Digital Storytelling Script Writer Call Sheets Production Schedule Asst Director Scene Scout Scene set up Storyboarding

104. Digital Storytelling Script Writer Call Sheets Production Schedule Asst Director Camera Editing Lighting Storyboarding Scene Scout Scene set up Storyboarding

105. Digital Storytelling Script Writer Call Sheets Production Schedule Asst Director Acting Presenting Lighting Flow & movement Camera Editing Lighting Storyboarding Scene Scout Scene set up Storyboarding

106. Digital Storytelling Script Writer Call Sheets Production Schedule Asst Director Acting Presenting Lighting Flow & movement Camera Editing Lighting Storyboarding Audio Editing Music Selection Sound Capture Scene Scout Scene set up Storyboarding

107. Digital Storytelling Script Writer Call Sheets Production Schedule Asst Director Acting Presenting Lighting Flow & movement Camera Editing Lighting Storyboarding Audio Editing Music Selection Sound Capture Scene Scout Scene set up Storyboarding Acting Directing Movie Ideas Vision Casting

108. Digital Storytelling Script Writer Call Sheets Production Schedule Asst Director Acting Presenting Lighting Flow & movement Camera Editing Lighting Storyboarding Audio Editing Music Selection Sound Capture Scene Scout Scene set up Storyboarding Acting Directing Movie Ideas Vision Casting Reflecting Status Reporting Journal process Ideas

109. Voice Thread quick project Write comment Uploading photos Organizing presentation Posing Photography Audio Music Nature/map related photos Opinions on such topics Social aspects AUDIENCE! Reflections

110. The Tools (Framework) Learning Styles Interests 1 2 3 The Classroom Car

112. Interests 3 The Classroom Car Hobbies Music Theater Sports Poetry Arts Public Speaking Reading Academics Themes! “ Causes”

113. Personal Interest Projects

114. The Tools (Framework) Learning Styles Interests Readiness Level 1 2 3 4 The Classroom Car

115. Readiness Level in Subject More ways to excel past the “100”

116. The Tools (Framework) Learning Styles Interests Readiness Level Content 1 2 3 4 5 The Classroom Car

117. Content

118. The Tools (Framework) Learning Environment (essential link) Learning Styles Interests Readiness Level Content 1 2 3 4 5 6 The Classroom Car

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120. Learning Environment Pit Crew Pit Crew Pit Crew Pit Crew Pit Crew Pit Crew

121. Collaboration with individual contribution

122. Accountability: Every student has their own ID!

123. The Tools (Framework) Learning Environment (essential link) Learning Styles Interests Readiness Level Content Process (engine) 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 The Classroom Car

124. Process and Product

125. Compare & Contrast Blog post question Wiki assignment (create a template) Photos on voice thread w/ response Venn Diagram on classtools.net

126. Association Compile links on del.icio.us Group Google Notebook Compile a wiki

127. Apply Digital photos Digital storytelling Role playing A teaching wiki with student demonstrations and explanations of how to complete task.

128. Synthesize & Summarize Microblogging (twitter) Group backchannel (instant assessment) Reflections Group wikis

129. Justify (Voice) Blog Podcast Digital Storytelling

130. Evaluate / Judge Opinion Blogs Link Sharing and Evaluation Commenting Peer Review Wiki Discussion Tabs Peer Awards

131. Judge Peer Review Peer Awards

132. Equivalent Products

133. Equivalent Products

134. Equivalent Products

135. Equivalent Products

136. Equivalent Products

137. Equivalent Products

138. Equivalent Products

139. Students need a “home base”

140. The Tools (Framework) Learning Environment (essential link) Learning Styles Interests Readiness Level Content Process (engine) 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 The Classroom Car

141. Is the teacher needed?

142. Process management Start blogging Teach how to Embed video Weekly blog Post with research Monitoring Peer review Admin involvment Weekly voting Comments Plan Next Step Curricular Involvement Sample Teacher Flow Chart for embedding the framework

143. A Classroom B Administration

144. 1 “Pit Crew” 2 Car Designers A Administrators

145. Technology is our vehicle! But not the ONLY vehicle!

146. Secret of Driving Educational Excellence

147. You’re teaching students to drive their own learning!

148. Then…

149. You’re worth the price!

150. The power of Three! Pick three

151. Pen & Publish Press 978-0-9817264-4-1 Vicki Davis http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com http://coolcatteacher.wikispaces.com 06/05/09 Vicki A Davis, Cool Cat Teacher - http://coolcatteacher.blogspot.com