The document discusses the development of essential 'habits of mind' for students, influenced by technology and engaging lesson design. It outlines 16 habits necessary for critical thinking and creativity and suggests various technology tools and lesson examples to enhance student learning. The emphasis is on teaching, practicing, and connecting these habits to real-world applications.

1. Thinking That Clicks! Developing Habits of Mind with Technology Presented by Catherine Douthard 5 th Grade Teacher Instructional Technology Specialist Cleveland Elementary School Fayette County Schools [email_address] Teacher-Created Lessons

2. What are the 16 habits of mind? Persisting Managing impulsivity Listening with understanding and empathy Thinking flexibly Thinking about thinking (metacognition)

3. Striving for accuracy Questioning and posing problems Applying past knowledge to new situations Thinking /communicating with clarity and precision What are the 16 habits of mind?

4. Gathering data through all the senses Creating, imagining, innovating Responding with wonderment and awe Taking responsible risks What are the 16 habits of mind?

5. Finding humor Thinking independently Remaining open to continuous thinking What are the 16 habits of mind? From the book, “Activating and Engaging Habits of Mind” by Arthur L. Costa and Bena Kallick (ASCD, 2000).

6. “ Students must work in a rich, responsive environment if they are going to make the habits of mind their own.” (Costa and Kallick, 2000)

7. Creating “Thoughtful” Lessons with “Backward Design”

8. National Educational Technology Standards for Students (Revised) Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products using technology. Students: Apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas and products. Create original works as a means of self expression C. Use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues D. Identify trends and forecast possibilities Creativity and Innovation

9. National Educational Technology Standards for Students Assessment Benchmarks: Primary (K-2) “Everyone is Important”: Grade 2 Benchmark Assessment Intermediate (3-5) “You Were There”: Grade 5 Benchmark Assessment Source: NETS*S Resources for Student Assesment (ISTE, 2006)

10. How can you put it all together? Re-tool the lessons you have already created to be more “thoughtful” Use lessons from free or inexpensive sources Take a simple software program and make it more engaging Use the technology hardware/software already located in your school

11. 1. Use Computer Aided Instruction Examples: Student Response Systems (SRS) Interactive Whiteboards/Tablets Mouse Mischief : Free software by Microsoft Ipads

12. 2. Keep it Simple! Lesson Examples: Mouseaerobics –Skills Beginning lesson in computer lab for Kindergarten.

14. Lesson Example: Animal and Plant Research

17. Lesson Example: Author Study – Dr. Seuss

21. Lesson Example: Weekly Workstations

23. Lesson Example: Google Earth – Landforms Tour Interactive tour of basic landforms in Google Earth with recording sheet.

26. Lesson Example: 2D & 3D Shapes Google SketchUp Introduction into basic geometry with accompanying activities and worksheet.

29. Can You Tell??

30. Can You Tell??

31. Which sketch was made by the 5 th Grader? A. B.

32. Lesson Example: Weather Map Introduction Interactive Weather Map Template used by 4 th grade students using Microsoft PowerPoint to present Weather Reports.

35. 3. Use Communication Tools Examples: Edmodo Skype Gmail Voice and Chat Gaggle.net Epals Classroom Exchange Today’s Meet

36. Lesson Example: Edmodo

38. Lesson Example: Skyping in Science with Mrs. LaCrosse’s Class in Ohio Skype Beginnings on Vimeo by Leah LaCrosse Watch this video on Vimeo. Video created by Leah LaCrosse .

39. 4. Use Multimedia Projects Examples: GlogsterEDU Prezi Microsoft Movie Maker Microsoft Photostory Vuvox.com – Slideshows/collages Capzles.com - Social Storytelling TimeToast.com – Create timelines Storybird.com

40. Lesson Example: Electronic Portfolio

43. Lesson Example: My Life’s Highway

44. Lesson Example: Glog

45. 5. Use Constructivism and Project Based Learning Examples: Hot Potatoes Students create Online Quizzes to post on website. Voki.com Create a speaking avatar to help with presentations. ThinkQuest.org Student competition to design an instructional website. StudentPublishing.com Free online publishing of printed individual books by students or classbooks.

46. Lesson Examples: Internet Game and Web Design

47. 6. Use Online Collaboration Tools Examples: Eduweb Adventures Quest Network Blue Zone Expeditions KOL Expeditions CIESE Projects Voice Thread

48. In Summary: You have the creativity and the motivation to ensure that all our students are ready for what the future holds! “ Teach, Practice and Connect”

49. Teach the habits of mind as a part of your lessons and activities Practice the habits of mind through engaging, meaningful, constructive activities Connect the habits of mind to the “Real World” And now, it’s your turn… “ Teach, Practice and Connect”

51. Thinking That Clicks! Developing Habits of Mind with Technology Presented by Catherine Douthard 5 th Grade Teacher Instructional Technology Specialist Cleveland Elementary School Fayette County Schools [email_address] Teacher-Created Lessons