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Angela Wiseman

Collaborative Video Data Analysis - A Great Research Tool for 21st Century Theorizing

For this blog posting, I want to share some information about how collaborative video data analysis can be a tool for expanding research possibilities. As technology advances, our way of documenting, analyzing, and conceptualizing learning is expanding in so many ways.   There are many new computer programs, technology tools, and web applications that have the potential to increase the way that educators engage in classroom research.

 

Video-based data analysis, which is currently undergoing a period of rapid development, has the potential to offer new ways of researching classrooms because it encourages collaboration between researchers and classroom teachers.  Computer assisted video data analysis software can further the use of video as a research tool; it has the potential to encourage attention to and analysis of both verbal and non-verbal behaviors of research participants (Coiro, 2009) and encourage collaborative participation between teachers and researchers…

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Posted by Angela Wiseman on January 18, 2012 at 1:00pm

Meghan Manfra

Using Educational Blogs to Teach U.S. History

I recently wrapped up two rounds of a research study and a series of articles in collaboration with John Lee that focused on the integration of an educational blog as the primary instructional tool in a high school U.S. history classroom.  It was apparent to me that the teachers I worked with in professional development workshops or met at professional conferences often reserved creative and engaging uses of technology for their brightest students.  Lower level students would have few opportunities to use technology for anything more than skill acquisition or basic Internet research.  This digital divide seemed wrong-headed from both a social justice and pedagogical perspective.

Educational research has demonstrated that the status quo in the classroom generally does not work for low achieving/at risk kids. Rather, they need opportunities to engage with the material in active and meaningful ways.  Many at risk students are tactile rather than visual or auditory learners –…

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Posted by Meghan Manfra on January 14, 2012 at 8:17am

Steve Amendum

Targeted Reading Intervention

The effectiveness of a technologically-facilitated classroom-based early reading intervention: The Targeted Reading Intervention



Amendum, S. J., Vernon-Feagans, L., & Ginsberg, M. C. (2011). The effectiveness of a technologically-facilitated classroom-based early reading intervention: The Targeted Reading Intervention. Elementary School Journal, 112, 107-131.

 

This research brief summarizes a study which evaluated the efficacy of a classroom-teacher-delivered reading intervention for struggling readers called the Targeted Reading Intervention (TRI), designed principally for kindergarten and first-grade teachers and their struggling students in rural, low-wealth communities. The TRI was delivered to schools and teachers via an innovative Web-conferencing system using laptop computers…

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Posted by Steve Amendum on January 13, 2012 at 9:00am

sinky Zheng

Examining upper elementary school students’ gameplay experience: A flow theory perspective

 

Examining upper elementary school students’ gameplay experience: A flow theory perspective

 

Zheng, M., Spires, H., & Meluso, A. (2011). Examining upper elementary school students’ gameplay experience: A flow theory perspective. In A. Mendez-Vilas (Ed.), Education in a technological world: Communicating current and emerging research and technological efforts. Badajoz, Spain: Formax.

 

The rising popularity in digital game-based learning has prompted increased attention to students’ emotion during gameplay. The importance of game players’ emotion, especially a sense of playfulness, on the impact of gameplay has been empirically supported by past research. Previous research has revealed that…

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Posted by sinky Zheng on November 9, 2011 at 9:42pm

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Need to be (re-)considered..., too! Do schools kill creativity?!

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Nicholas Stump replied to John Lee's discussion 'Thinking Globally, Acting Locally: A dialogue' in the group Global Learning, 2011
This is a great addition to this assignment. To many different cultures around thew world the way in which they speak to others and themselves is through dance. Clearly it has gotten a great hold here in the United States and is becoming a major…
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Nicholas Stump replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
Although you may worry about the Merck and its merit here but what they create in the phenomenal medication products and their effect worldwide, through their products and other humanitarian efforts is astounding. I have had relatives that have…
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Daniel Teitelbaum replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
I've been here several times and had a bat engraved for my son... very special. This is indeed a great place to teach about community, hard work, and collaboration. Great memories! Thank you.
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Erin Barrow replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
Thank you for sharing this idea of the green houses.  I love Home Depot and shop there often.  I never thought of bringing it inside the classroom. Please check out my post on Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory.  Thanks!
Jan 25
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Erin Barrow replied to John Lee's discussion 'Thinking Globally, Acting Locally: A dialogue' in the group Global Learning, 2011
My kids (ages 4 and 7) love the Marbles Kids Museum.  As a parent and teacher I enjoy all of the learning activities that the Marbles Kids Museum offers.  I especially enjoyed the one a few years ago that included olympics.  The…
Jan 25
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Erin Barrow replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
My home community is Louisville, Kentucky.  When I think of my home community I think of Louisville Slugger bats and the museum that is downtown.  Louisville Slugger’s origins begin with Johann Fredrich Hillerich being born in…
Jan 25
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Polly Miller replied to John Lee's discussion 'Thinking Globally, Acting Locally: A dialogue' in the group Global Learning, 2011
You are lucky to work in such a unique, diverse environment.  After reading about the circumstances AB Combs alleviated the families/students from can measured as so kind and such grand gesture. ~Polly Miller /CMN
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Polly Miller replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
I have lived in Raleigh for six years and had no clue of such an awesome venue!  I plan to check out the various fairs over the next few years.  I also plan to advocate for field trips to this venue when I begin teaching again. ~Polly…
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Polly Miller replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
A "Think Global, Act Local" organization I have been involved in for over a year is the Chidlren's Miracle Network.  If you click on the link you will arrive at the main donation site for CMN.  It is an organization…
Jan 25
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Donna L. Ecton replied to John Lee's discussion 'Thinking Globally, Acting Locally: A dialogue' in the group Global Learning, 2011
I enjoyed reading your post.  My spouse works in RTP and once worked for IBM so I found the post very interesting.  I think RTP is similar to "melting pot".  It is an amazing draw for those who are business savvy to…
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Angela Riggs replied to John Lee's discussion 'Thinking Globally, Acting Locally: A dialogue' in the group Global Learning, 2011
This was very interesting, I like how you included the background history about RTP.  Growing up, I always just heard of the area referred to as "The Triangle" until a few years ago when RTP first emerged as a leader in medicine and…
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Angela Riggs replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
Merck Pharmaceuticals 4633 Merck Rd. West Wilson, NC 27893 252-243-2011 www.merck.com When first learning of this assignment, I was jealous of all the people who call Raleigh and all the international companies that populate the area until I really…
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Rebekah Brewer replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
I am an avid advocate for the arts, and it is really nice to know I am not the only one out there. Sanford has also turned an old high school into an arts center, but I don't think we reached the ability to service the community like the Cary…
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Amanda Witham replied to John Lee's discussion 'Thinking Globally, Acting Locally: A dialogue' in the group Global Learning, 2011
Wow, I havce never heard of a schools like this; it is wonderful that such a place exists.  I love that a family left NYC, the most diverse place in the world (I think :)) to come to Raleigh, NC to attend this school.  The opportunities…
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Amanda Witham replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
I like how the Arts Center focuses not just one traditional and/or art history, or on currents art and artists, but blends it together and includes so many other global and cultural connections - sounds like a fund place to visit.
Jan 25
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Rebekah Brewer replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
This is a really neat project! First off as a person that doesn't necessarily enjoy science this way in which this project is used across the curriculum is great. This is a great example of a program that plays to the strength of every child…
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Amanda Witham replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
My hometown of South Kingstown, Rhode Island, is a beautiful place.  Beaches that attract tourism, a coastline that supports fishing, clamming, water sports, and protects the local marine wildlife, and the University of Rhode Island leading in…
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Nicholas Stump replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
  When thinking about the term “Think Global, Act Local” the institution that comes into my mind right away is the newly refurbished arts center located in downtown Cary. It is a newly renovated arts center that is primarily focused…
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Donna L. Ecton replied to John Lee's discussion 'Think Global, Act Local - continuing the disucssion' in the group Global Learning, 2012
    http://www.greystonechurch.org/tp40/Default.asp?ID=150337 Greystone Baptist Church is not only a place of worship and fellowship, but a place were one can find representation of individuals’ morals and values in the…
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Carl Young

Digging Deeper Web Identity and Digital Footprint Follow Up 2 Replies

As mentioned in the "Action Steps" part of our session and as described on our session's "Action Steps" session wiki page, we…Continue

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Started by Carl Young in General Forum Discussions. Last reply by Karen Baker Burden Jul 29, 2011.

Hiller Spires

Inquiry Learning Project Video Presentations 30 Replies

Share your biggest take away from tonight's ECI 546 Design Studio Showcase. As you viewed the documentaries your colleagues created, reflect on what your take away was about teaching and learning.Continue

Started by Hiller Spires in General Forum Discussions. Last reply by Michael Cook Dec 7, 2010.

John Lee

Visualization 22 Replies

In recent years, technological innovations have enabled new forms for representing information in visual ways. While several fields have benefited from these new visual forms, social studies has been…Continue

Started by John Lee in General Forum Discussions. Last reply by John Fennimore Dec 14, 2010.

Hiller Spires

Do Schools Kill Creativity? 7 Replies

Post your reaction to Sir Ken Robinson's talk on schools and creativity.Continue

Started by Hiller Spires in General Forum Discussions. Last reply by Charley Norkus Sep 8, 2010.

New Literacies Collaborative Meeting Feed

December 10th New Literacies Collaborative Meeting!


November 3-7, 2010, a team from the New Literacies Collaborative traveled to Beijing, China for a New Literacies Institute at the Beijing Royal School (BRS). The five day workshop was the product of a collaboration between the College of Education at North Carolina State University and BRS. For more see the workshop website at http://nli2010beijing.wikispaces.com/


The New Literacies Collaborative met at theFriday Institutein Raleigh, NC on December 10, 2010, and members of the NLC team that traveled to China discussed their work. This talk is available below.


 

 

                           
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