What is it like being a student today?

Hello,

Think back to when you were in school, what are the current differences in learning, socializing, technologies, and instructional strategies?

Please watch this short video on the overall effects social networking has had on today's youth.

How are we as educators bridge these gaps? What do you think will happen if we do not?

Innovative Technology Tools

Please enjoy this demonstration of a technology tool that is being developed. Imagine the possibilities if you had this tool around your neck!

What technology tools do you use in your personal life?
What technology tools do you have the opportunity to use in the classroom?

In what ways can teachers further implement these tools without disrupting the curriculum and daily classroom content?

What barriers do you as a student anticipate when integrating these tools?
What solutions can you offer your teachers and principal to overcome these barriers?

Please take a moment and complete this survey for Charter Day Middle School students.

Competition, Cooperation, and Collaboration

After watching the video, reflect upon what programs, strategies, and teacher tools are you using to provide 21st Century students the skills they need compete globally, cooperate, and collaborate with their peers. How do we help our students become literate, 21st Century Learners? What resources, experiences, or professional development do we need in our schools to ensure our students will be globally competitive?