Homework Links
Homework is an important part of the Intech program. Assignments are made to reinforce skills aquired in training sessions and encourage the use of technology. Please have assignments turned in two weeks before your next class so that they may be checked and confirmed. All email should be from a TEN-Nash account. If you do not have an account or your account is inactive, contact your Building Level Technology Coach as soon as possible.
Assignment 1
Read one of the following online articles or PDFs OR watch a video OR listen to a podcast. Write a response to the article and send it by email to your Intech trainer with a carbon copy to your brain buddy.
Articles:
Interview with Howard Gardner, NEA Today Online
http://www.nea.org/neatoday/9903/gardner.html
Multimedia and Multiple Intelligences
Can Technology Exploit Our Many Ways of Knowing?
Dr. Gardner FAQ 7_2004
Podcasts
Howard Gardner Interview
Alan November Podcasts:
Alan November on Global Work Ethic
Alan November inteviews Daniel Pink in three sessions: (Choose one)
Session One
In this first of three episodes with Dan Pink, best-selling author of A Whole New Mind, Alan and Dan discuss new school design, global education, assessment and 21st Century learning skills along with the major tenets of Dan’s book.
Session 2
In this second part of our discussion with Dan Pink, best-selling author of A Whole New Mind, Alan and Dan continue their discussion on school design.
Session 3
In the last of our series between Daniel Pink and Alan November, Dan outlines the importance of intrinsic motivation and persistence. Hear Alan conclude the series with his thoughts on the importance of Dan’s book, A Whole New Mind and how essential the elements of story, symphony and empathy are to understanding 21st Century learning skills in our global economy.
Video
Howard Gardner Video
http://www.teachers.tv/video/5452
Assignment 2
During the next few weeks, plan and include technology in one of the lessons plans you use with your class. After the lesson, make notes of problems and successes. Email the date, time and subject of your lesson to your mentor. Be prepared to share and discuss your experiences at your next class. Send a cc to your group!
Intech Trainer Email Addresses:
Cheryl Sheridan sheridanc@k12tn.net
Joyce Hausman hausmanj@k12tn.net
Marlene Boney boneym@k12tn.net
Ronnie Morton mortonr@k12tn.net
Steve Reagan reagans1@k12tn.net
Micki Daniel danielm@k12tn.net
Brenda Yarnell yarnellb@k12tn.net
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