Mar
18
OmniGraffle for math & science concept development
Posted by: John Koetsier | March 18, 2009 | Comments Off on OmniGraffle for math & science concept development
OmniGraffle is a wonderful application that can be used in a lot of ways, but primarily for mind and processing mapping. In my work as COO of my company, I primarily use OmniGraffle for concept mapping and visualization. It helps me understand how the pieces fit together. But I also play a role as a […]
Mar
3
WISE – Web-based Inquiry Science Environment
Posted by: John Koetsier | March 3, 2009 | Comments Off on WISE – Web-based Inquiry Science Environment
I am really liking WISE. A Berkeley project, the Web-based Inquiry Science Environment is a … … simple yet powerful learning environment where students examine real world evidence and analyze current scientific controversies. Our curriculum projects are designed to meet standards and complement your current science curriculum, and your grade 5-12 students will find them […]
Feb
24
Jasper learning project
Posted by: John Koetsier | February 24, 2009 | Comments Off on Jasper learning project
I’m impressed by the Jasper learning project. The videos present natural learning opportunities as the characters progress through challenges – for instance … how long will the fuel in your ultralight last, how far can you go, and so on. In spite of the fact that the videos are clearly very dated, they’re entertaining, topical, […]
Feb
2
Received wisdom, education, & technology
Posted by: John Koetsier | February 2, 2009 | 1 Comment
For me, a central concern in technology and teaching today should be: what does intelligence mean? Is someone intelligent if they can locate the right answer? Is someone smart if they can derive the right answer? Is someone smart if they can synthesize the right answer? Is someone smart if they can ask the right […]
Feb
2
Interview with a veteran teacher
Posted by: John Koetsier | February 2, 2009 | Comments Off on Interview with a veteran teacher
Interview With a Veteran Teacher Publish at Scribd or explore others: Academic Work teacher Education