Excursion / Incursion checklist

  Excursions / incursions are wonderful opportunities for children to experience the world outside the classroom and to consolidate ideas taught in schools.  They bring context to the children's learning.  I have copied this checklist for incursions / excursions from: http://www.education.vic.gov.au/school/principals/spag/safety/Pages/excursions.aspx Excursion Incursion Checklist Excursion / Incursion checklist EXCURSION / INCURSION CHECKLIST:   1.   …

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Curate information from the Internet

There are a number of sites on the Internet that allow you to curate information. Some of the ones that I have explored are: Diigo: Diigo allows you to save and tag your online resources for easy access anytime, anywhere.  It includes annotation tools for digital highlights and sticky notes. Diigo store in the cloud, access …

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Slideshow of Learning Spaces

Click below to view a slideshow of Inspiring Indoor Learning Spaces: http://www.photosnack.com/my-slideshows/details/pdtjs1xds?jsalbum=1 Click below to view a slideshow of Inspiring Outdoor Spaces: http://www.photosnack.com/PaulineWhyte/outdoorclassrooms.html?UA_PHPSESSID=3c3q9jj2mles77hr99kcpcu033 Click below to view a slideshow of Uninspiring Learning Spaces: http://www.photosnack.com/PaulineWhyte/uninspiringlearningspaces.html?UA_PHPSESSID=3c3q9jj2mles77hr99kcpcu033        

Netiquette Guidelines

INTERNET PROTOCOL POSITIVE NETIQUETTE PROTOCOL ONLINE INTERACTION TO AVOID 1.       Online and offline standards of behaviour: Be respectful online as you would offline. Avoid negative comments.  Personal attacks.  Racist comments. 2.       Remember the human:   Be careful how you express yourself or respond to others.   Be mindful that we are all humans …

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My Taxonomy of Personal Reflection

Self Direction Identify resources and technologies Set goals Research Allocate time and a comfortable working space Be prepared - weekly readings, tasks, dates, forums, etc Self-efficacy Have confidence is myself Be prepared Accept the challenge Extend my boundaries and get back on the horse when challenged Help others / Participate in Community of Practice Self-reflection …

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