Cool Author Visit
It was an awesome first attempt and giving as many students as possible the opportunity for this hysterical author visit. Linda and I are already talking about how we can improve the experience next time!
If you want to see an inspiring TED Talk by Mac Barnett, click here.
Check out the video below for more the book trailer for this awesome book!
It's Connected Educator Month
To be a connected educator, you need to be a Connected Learner. Connected learners develop networks and co-construct knowledge from wherever they live. Connected learners collaborate online, use social media to interact with colleagues around the globe, engage in conversations in safe online spaces, and bring what they learn online back to their classrooms, schools, and districts. They do so to interact with colleagues around the globe, engage in conversations in safe online spaces, and bring what they learn online back to their classrooms, schools, and districts.
We have many connected educators at Roosevelt! Have you checked out Google+? Or have a Twitter account? If you want help becoming a connected educator, please, let me know and I can help you!
Hour of Code - Are you In?
Even though you may not understand everything there is to know about coding (I know I don't), exposing students to computer programming also challenges them to be problem solvers, project designers, and communicate their ideas.
The Hour of Code is coming... Is your class going to participate? Mark one hour during the week of December 8-14th on your calendar and check out the Hour of Code website. I'd love to know what Roosevelt classes are participating. If you are planning on trying to incorporate this, please let me know!
Do you want to try your hand and coding? Check out Made with Code's projects for a fun experience!
Coach Caroline S
Email: cschaab@d64.org
Website: coachcarolines.blogspot.com
Location: 1001 S Fairview Ave, Park Ridge, IL, United States
Phone: 847-318-4228
Twitter: @coachcarolines