Standard: Designing Learning Environments to Support Participatory Learning
Theme: Designing for Effectively Leveraging Technology in the LLC
Growth Phase: Established
Growth Indicator: Evolving technologies and robust infrastructure engage participatory teaching and learning.
This Toronto District School Board Digital Lead Learners Network teacher-librarian partnering project describes the use of technology in a simple machine unit (grade 2) with variations/extensions described for applicability through to grade 8. Includes a video overview of the project, student iMovie reflection video sample, rubric, and resources used/recommended.
Surdivall, T.. (2018). Fostering a Growth Mindset Through Design Thinking with Coding and Robotics. Retrieved from https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QNtjuBnaK14jvAS62goCE-wr1ufUFBC0gLPgQQ8IvqY/edit
Librarians at the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) Professional Library, Library Learning Resources and Global Education Department, share a timely curated list of current books related to hybrid (in person/online) instruction; particularly of interest during and post-Covid.
Ameline, J. & Chyung, J. (November 8, 2021). Readings on Hybrid Instruction. Canadian School Libraries Journal 5 (3). Retrieved from https://journal.canadianschoollibraries.ca/readings-on-hybrid-instruction/
A teacher-librarian from Newfoundland/Labrador produces podcasts in collaboration with fellow teachers; in this delightful episode grade 1 students join her in the SLLC podcast studio to read poetry they have written.
Borden, L. (2022, April 26). Tiger Tales Special Edition: Collaborative Poetry by Grade 1s [Audio Podcast]. Retrieved from https://anchor.fm/leigh-borden/episodes/Tiger-Tales-Special-Edition-Collaborative-Poetry-by-Grade-1s-e1hmt3g