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By: M.Gonzalez

M.Gonzalez — Sat, 14 May 2011 16:09:48 +0000

Interesting….for years in preschool we have been working on using developmentally appropriate activities and resources for children. Activities and resources based on their individual needs, even more developing lesson plans based on the children as individuals and not as a group. Now, upper grades are headed that way; definitely a better approach to education.

By: Terri M.

Terri M. — Thu, 12 May 2011 01:52:36 +0000

Listening to various students use words like, “passion”, “drive”, “no boundaries” and “specialized” throughout the video is an indication of how powerful this idea can be. It would be great if students in older grade levels had the opportunity to explore their own love of learning, hone their skills in a particular field and share it with others.

By: KB

KB — Fri, 06 May 2011 20:22:45 +0000

This was really interesting as a mother of teenager I can see that traditional schools are not holding the interest of the students. Their lives have more technology they we could have imagined. I teach the tender age of three and had a child tell me my computer was broken because it didn’t respond to her touch!

By: Ashley B

Ashley B — Fri, 06 May 2011 00:45:22 +0000

This presentation got me thinking about ways that I could personalize learning more. Like others have said, it is definitely a challenge in today’s standards-driven schools. It is inspiring to hear these students talking about their passions and how the innovation lab is a safe place to share those passions with others. I think it could definitely be done with younger children. They do have knowledge about things such as pollution, social injustice, etc. It is never too early to get them thinking about their futures by having them take action on issues that they are passionate about now.

By: Diane

Diane — Wed, 04 May 2011 03:23:55 +0000

It was great to see the young people excited to learn in new ways. The opportunities to connect globally are amazing. It is inspiring to see youth wanting to make a difference in the world. Getting the chance to explore one’s passion is invaluable!

By: Alicia

Alicia — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 21:46:25 +0000

I think this is a fantastic idea! What better way to peak students interest than by allowing them to choose a subject they are truly passionate about.
I also felt it was a great way to use technology in the class.

By: Victoria

Victoria — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 18:22:37 +0000

Wow! These students are lucky to be able to use this process to help fulfill (or at least define and begin to fulfill) their dreams. I thought the process was simple and helped the students to focus their energy in the right direction. What do they want and what are they doing in order to get what they want?…
Unfortunately so much learning is already defined for our students. As a teacher it is important to remember to learn about our students’ passions and abilities and use those to help our students learn even more.

By: Katie Gullette

Katie Gullette — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 05:55:39 +0000

Interesting concept. this concept can be made to fit any age group. Knowing your students and what interests them is the key. My kinders would have fun during the recording process. My students would only really understand probably the question of what they wanted to be when they grow up.

By: Crystal

Crystal — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 05:52:54 +0000

I think this video showed me that I need to gear my lessons to my students interest. I also did not see how this would connect to my second grade state standards. I am sure that this does connect to their state standards. The students seamed very interested in connecting with culture and their personal dreams. They are starting to think about their future and what they need to do to prepare for it. They did mention that we all are stressed and I will agree with that. I just hope the kids are not stressed as they are young. Good Job!