Writing for the 21st Century
Teachers, Grades 1-4/Teachers, Grades 5-12
In the 21st century, the foundations of writing and technology are no longer separate entities. And the STEM initiative clearly illustrates the growing need for effective writing skills. This seminar will expose participants to a wide variety of web-based tools that are well suited for the development of writing skills. Teachers will learn how to use these tools for digital storytelling (i.e: podcasting and applicable apps). Katie will provide hands-on experiences coupled with great examples from classrooms around the country. All participants will develop a plan for integrating web-based tools into their writing curriculum.
(Full day)
Professional Development Sessions
Reading, Writing, and Literacy
We are in the midst of an important educational paradigm shift. As we transition to the Information Age, our classroom experiences must reflect this change so that we can prepare students for the 21st century. Research proves that the use of technology positively impacts students’ learning and performance. However, technology must be purposefully integrated into the classroom in order to achieve this positive impact. Join renowned educator, Katie McKnight, as she illuminates and simplifies the world of education technology. Katie introduces and demonstrates how to use Web 2.0 tools and other terrific technological aids for differentiating instruction in all subjects.
- Technology in the Classroom: An Administrator’s Guide
- Google Docs & Apps: An Introduction
- Tools for Digital Storytelling
- Digital Writing: Blogs, Wikis and Podcasts
- Ride the Wave: Web 2.0 Tools for Teaching Literacy Skills in Your Classroom
- Study Smarts
- Writing for the 21st Century
- I Have a Question: The Best Web Based Research Tools
- Bloom was Right: Aligning Technology Integrated Lessons with Bloom’s Taxonomy