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Building learners' independence through thoughtful technology use
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Part 2: A Goldmine For Computational Thinking: Over 50 Resources To Teach CT Across The Curriculum :: Michael Gorman

Part 2: A Goldmine For Computational Thinking: Over 50 Resources To Teach CT Across The Curriculum :: Michael Gorman | Into the Driver's Seat | Scoop.it
Keep in mind that Computational Thinking can use devices, robots, and computers to support learning. It also is valuable to do some “unplugged” activities that allow students to dive deep into their own thinking leaving the digital object to the side. I have tried to provide resources that support both. Last, the ability to understand the workings of a computer is only half of the algorithm. Keep in mind that human element. How do we find a way to use the power and speed of the computer along with the comprehension and metacognitive ability of the human mind? Enjoy the quote and resources that follow.
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Cool Cat Teacher Blog: Questioning Rigor

Cool Cat Teacher Blog: Questioning Rigor | Into the Driver's Seat | Scoop.it

by Vicki Davis

 

"I think the problem with rigor is that some are trying to assess it in too short of a time. Turning back to the Teach Like a Pirate book by Dave, he mentions that someone came in to assess his “rigor” by spending 10 minutes in his room. They came in when he was folding cranes at the end of a powerful lesson about Hiroshima. Hearing him describe the full lesson - it was a perfect ending that the kids will never forget.

"This person sent to “assess rigor” spent 10 minutes in his room and left after commenting to a student or two that “this doesn’t look like history.” I would argue that teacher assessment teams must be held to the same rigor as a classroom teacher!"

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