https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8 Made with ♥ en-us 2019-03-31 17:20:59 UTC 2019-04-01 10:15:39 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Folder.png jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346919176 https://46y5eh11fhgw3ve3ytpwxt9r-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/wp14_reward_motivation_121118_FINAL.pdf
This research paper explains the science behind human motivation. The implications are teachers, and stakeholders can promote vision by understanding the motivation of those they are trying to affect.]]> 2019-03-31 17:30:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346919176 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346920717  Students need brain breaks to develop self regulation and self control skills. Allowing students an outlet to de-stress from chaotic moments encourages mental focus.]]> 2019-03-31 17:41:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346920717 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346921774 https://blog.gonoodle.com/2014/11/neuroscience-for-teachers-intro-definitions-part-i/
This is one of 4 part blog supporting Mindfulness and SEL research. I believe it is an essential strategy in urban education.]]> 2019-03-31 17:50:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346921774 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346922790 https://blog.gonoodle.com/2014/11/neuroscience-for-teachers-all-about-brain-structure-part-ii/
http://blog.gonoodle.com/2014/12/neuroscience-for-teachers-applying-the-research/]]> 2019-03-31 17:56:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346922790 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346924298 https://www.understood.org/en/learning-attention-issues/child-learning-disabilities/executive-functioning-issues/understanding-executive-functioning-issues Executive functioning is a mindset of process.  A person learns how to go through a process to achieve goals or a particular goal.  I've learned that the multi-tasking of teachers (I included ) confuse students who are developing this mindset. I have included the videos as an aid of how including executive functioning in our instruction; especially instruction using technology.]]> 2019-03-31 18:05:45 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346924298 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346924611 https://www.teachthought.com/learning/8-strategies-to-improve-executive-functions-of-the-brain/Within the video you can glean instructional strategies for strengthening executive function.  In one portion a teacher is showing cue cards that prompts students to use their flexible thinking in the midst of distraction.  I use cue cards for children who have difficulty logging on or navigating through  a particular site. ]]> 2019-03-31 18:06:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346924611 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346924668 This video gives me a new perspective on edconnect. As a data management system I can see its effectiveness. I am reminded that I use technology, it doesn't manipulate me. Its how we upload test, roll out assessments, and manage the data that makes edconnect effective.]]> 2019-03-31 18:06:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346924668 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346927337 2019-03-31 18:25:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346927337 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346930237 https://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/technology/2018/10/31/6-things-schools-need-to-know-about.html
Interoperability is a fine line between data collection and data manipulation.  Strong leadership requires a keen sense a purpose and vision that will make interoperability a specific aid to achieving a district's vision.]]> 2019-03-31 18:48:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346930237 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346933166 https://www.cosn.org/sites/default/files/CoSNs%202018%202019%20Annual%20Infrastructure%20Survey%20Report%20final_0.pdf
Throughout the country school districts are improving in digital infrastructure. The demand for the ability to meet the prerequisites of online assessment is driving districts to find ways to fund infrastructure that will support specific digital need. ]]> 2019-03-31 19:11:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346933166 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346935310 NJDOE went out to various communities to gleen feedback on the upcoming NJSLA. The NJSLA is significantly more effective than the PARCC because it was designed around the feedback of NJ stakeholders.]]> 2019-03-31 19:27:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346935310 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346938401 https://www.commonsense.org/education/articles/what-is-coppa
Teachers and students should be careful of the information shared online. Teachers need to research a site before subjecting students to possible violation of their rights.

]]> 2019-03-31 19:49:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346938401 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346939692 Teaching SEL does not require using technology less. In fact there are many tech tools teachers can use to engage students in Social Emotional Learning]]> 2019-03-31 19:58:45 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346939692 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346940490 The article above describes the types of technologies disricts may use to engage parents. Parents no longer feel the need for face to face contact with school leaders. To keep parents as a stakeholders apps like Class Dojo keeps parents abreast of student progress and behavior and school schedules]]> 2019-03-31 20:04:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346940490 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346942111 In 2013 the FCC, Google and Microsoft proposed a Universal WiFi access. Corporations hated the idea because it would affect its profits.]]> 2019-03-31 20:14:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346942111 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346942845 In 2016, the UN issued a statement that internet access was a human right and any nation forcing citizens to pay for access was violating its citizens human rights.  "The U.N. issued a declaration, cementing this view. The resolution indicates the importance of "applying a comprehensive human rights-based approach when providing and expanding access to the internet and for the internet to be open, accessible and nurtured"."]]> 2019-03-31 20:19:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346942845 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346945495 The Homework Gap is a serious issue within 21st Century learning. Low income households can't afford the wifi needed for students to do their homework. One district has come up with the solution of a mobile hotspot.]]> 2019-03-31 20:35:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346945495 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346948165 The article stated a test which proved Google to be the best search engine to use. In the video below Google suite is the easiest and most affordable for districts to use.]]> 2019-03-31 20:53:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346948165 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346995308 Adding technology to instruction changes the roles of the teacher and the student. Approaches to learning is unlimited and defined by the growth of the learner.]]> 2019-04-01 02:03:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346995308 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346996134 Becoming a future ready school can be achieved following a specific framework.The framework is sound and based on research which proves that any district can embark on change to ready its students for the future.]]> 2019-04-01 02:07:59 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/346996134 jtucker34 https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/347074688 Of the 20 resources I have presented, I believe the two most important  are the framework for future ready schools and the business insider article of the UN resolution, "internet access is a basic human right".  The two articles presses the issue that a new season of learning and growth is upon every human being.  There is no reason to leave anyone ignorant or lacking when there are is so many resources to carry everyone into the next millenia.
My school could use ideas regarding wifi access to close the homework gap.  I also believe technology supporting SEL would be essential in my school due to the diversity of behaviors we encounter that are social emotional.
I believe wifi access can be attained through educating our parents about opportunities business like Comcast have on discounted internet access. Also, the district and city could impose on the business to create opportunities of free access for students through hotspots around the city.]]> 2019-04-01 09:15:42 UTC https://padlet.com/jtucker34/ezz9inlz3xj8/wish/347074688