As I continue to learn more about PBLs and incorporating technology in the classroom, I am working on my GAME plan along with the learning that is taking place. I feel as though I am gradually making progress toward reaching my GAME plan goals. Problem based learning is a good fit for reaching my GAME plan goal. Problem based learning allows for students to solve real world, work collaboratively, meet many NET-s standards and allowing me to tailor my lessons to meet my MI GLCEs for Social Studies as well.
I am continuing to find technology tools that make problem based learning more interactive and engaging for my students. I am becoming more convinced that Ning is a good tool to reach that goal, as Vicki Davis states in this week's learning resource "Ning allows globlal collaboration in a controlled environment, and allows connections between students, teachers, and other professionals" Vicki Davis also says that these networks allow for diversity, diversity that we would never be able to achieve in a classroom, only a social networking site like Ning can achieve this goal.
I want to continue to work on coming up with good thoughful questions to engage students during problem based learning. I will continue to seek out new technology tools and projects that other teachers have found successful to reach my goal.
Once I have students in the Fall I will be able to fully incorporate and work on my GAME plan with students, can't wait!
Davis, V. (2009). Spotlight on technology: Social networking and online collaboration, Part 1. (Laureate Educational, Inc., DVD, 2009 release).
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Hi Shaina,
Have you already set up your Ning? What kind of functionality does Ning offer? I have a colleague who used a Ning last year and found it to be very good, most of the time. He said that in some cases policing the Ning was an issue, although he admitted that he might have had an easier time if some additional ground rules would have been set early on. Do you have a handout about expected behavior that you have put together?
Running an online classroom is pretty neat and the students appreciate being able to interact digitally for the most part. This is especially true for your shy and non-verbal students.
Cheers!
Sean
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