Are You Paying Attention?

I downloaded this video from teachertube. My colleagues and I have used it in several presentations where we hope to make an impact on how teachers use technology to engage their students.

What are your thoughts about the information presented here? Does it make you uncomfortable? Did you find yourself shaking your head in agreement? If so, then what are you doing about it? Share your comments with all of us.

Finally...

The idea for this kind of educational outlet for teachers has been rolling around in my head for some time now. Why I am just now getting started has to do with where I am in my educational career and how the teachers I coach and mentor long for ways to engage and challenge their students, while living with the pressure and contstraints of public education.

Educators know that times are changing. Educators know that the kids they teach are so different than those of just 5 years ago. Educators know the stress of high stakes accountability. Educators know!

However, in the last 2 years (since leaving the classroom), I have witnessed first-hand how important, vitally important, it is for the TEACHERS to NOT be left out of the learning equation. Students + Teachers = Learning, right? But so often, the teachers are the ones left out, left behind, left offline.

So here it is...my small contribution to the greater good. I offer you a place to learn and explore ways to engage your students through education technology. I offer you a safe place to contribute ideas of knowledge to help other educators bridge the gap between the natives and immigrants. My hope is you will linger here often, learn the language, and spread the word.

Welcome!