Developing Identity in Digital Environments
Who am I?
Using paper and pencil or a keyboard, list words that answer the question: Who am I?
For 3 minutes, you will write non-stop. Do not edit, just keep writing.
After the timer goes off, we will debrief. (You will have the opportunity to share, but you will not be required to share.)
For 3 minutes, you will write non-stop. Do not edit, just keep writing.
After the timer goes off, we will debrief. (You will have the opportunity to share, but you will not be required to share.)
Weebly
One of the easiest ways to get students to share what they feel most passionate about is asking them to do a webpage. Weebly is a safe, easy, and affordable way for teachers to set up accounts so that their students can create a website in a protected environment.
The instructions for students to create their websites is pretty straight forward, but it is important to give them time constraints. Be realistic about how long you think it will take for them to create the first page that introduces him or her to "the world" then double your estimate (it always takes longer than you think). The instructions you give to students go something like:
The instructions for students to create their websites is pretty straight forward, but it is important to give them time constraints. Be realistic about how long you think it will take for them to create the first page that introduces him or her to "the world" then double your estimate (it always takes longer than you think). The instructions you give to students go something like:
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You will have X minutes to create a webpage that reflects WHO you are.
Identify yourself with:
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A few things to consider:
- How much experience do they have with computers? Do they know how to login with a username and password or is this a new skill?
- Can you partner with other teachers in the school to achieve your aims? For example, would the art teacher be willing to do a lesson on graphic design prior to starting the webpage design?
- What technology skills do students need to learn to stay safe in online environments? They are not going global yet, but it is important to practice digital citizenship before being thrust into online communities. A great resources is: Common Sense Media .
MEME
This activity gives students the opportunity to consider themselves in relation to family, friends, community, and society. Directions for the Meme Activity:
- Click here to add a copy of the MEME Activity to your Google Drive
- If you are using an iOS product download the Google Slides app HERE
- Are you an Android user? Try using the Google Slides app for Android.
- Read the captions below each box.
- Find an image from the Internet for each caption (you will need 6 pictures total).
- Follow the directions in each box to upload your image.
- Save your work and share on this GOOGLE DOC
Leverage Networks to Find Friends and Mentors
Gifted Bill of Rights
Personality Scavenger Hunt
IN THIS ROOM LOOK FOR PEOPLE TO CONNECT WITH.
Find someone who...
1. Teaches same grade level
2. Is from a different region
3. Shares a personal interest
With each NEW friend, try to come up with a possible PROJECT to collaborate.
ARE YOU A TWEETER?
Help Someone Learn To Tweet.
Follow NEW People
@brianhousand
@housanda
Have suggestions of people or hashtags to follow? POST THEM HERE.
Using #TAGT16
Post a link to a useful resource
Make suggestions of “Who to Follow”
Post a photo of learning in action
DO YOU LOVE PINTEREST?
Share a Pinterest Board with someone else in the room
Find someone who...
1. Teaches same grade level
2. Is from a different region
3. Shares a personal interest
With each NEW friend, try to come up with a possible PROJECT to collaborate.
ARE YOU A TWEETER?
Help Someone Learn To Tweet.
Follow NEW People
@brianhousand
@housanda
Have suggestions of people or hashtags to follow? POST THEM HERE.
Using #TAGT16
Post a link to a useful resource
Make suggestions of “Who to Follow”
Post a photo of learning in action
DO YOU LOVE PINTEREST?
Share a Pinterest Board with someone else in the room
Connecting Personal Interests to Curricular Opportunities
The first step in connecting students' interests and passions to the curricular content is to find out what students enjoy doing outside of school. One way to do this is with the website, but there are also numerous interest inventories available that will allow you to survey students to find out what they are passionate about and how they like to spend their time. Remember, we are looking for their personal interests, not their interests related to school (although from time to time these do intersect). So, you have to make sure you are asking the right question: What are you MOST interested in? We have provided a couple of options below.
Since your students are not here, we have something else for you to do. We are giving you ____ minutes to complete the following:
Resources to get you started:
YouTube Education
Crash Course
TED Ed
PBS Digital Studios
Skype In The Classroom
Since your students are not here, we have something else for you to do. We are giving you ____ minutes to complete the following:
- Think of a student you know who has a well-defined interest area that is not part of the regular curriculum. If you can't think of a particular student, imagine a student who is interested in a topic that is not usually covered in school (e.g. colonizing Mars; deep space exploration; reptiles; insects; quantum physics; cars).
- Design a learning activity that is expressly designed around their interests. Remember, this is a learning activity so it should be rigorous and worth the students' time.
- Consider the resources below to help you get started.
Resources to get you started:
YouTube Education
Crash Course
TED Ed
PBS Digital Studios
Skype In The Classroom
Interests and Passions
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