This book demonstrates how pioneering teachers have successfully integrated screen-based literacies into instruction and how you can harness studen...
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Feb 20, 2011
Leslee
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When I went to professional development lead by William Kist he seemed to throw all caution to the wind when it came to social networking and elementary and secondary student. He seemed to be in a college level mentality with very little advice on how to protect teachers and their students as they explore the world of social networking. I felt like the teachers, including myself, were at the professional development session because we all were ready to take the step of using the social network
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Jan 27, 2010
Deborah
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Maybe a 5? The book has LOTS of practical ideas for using technology in the classroom--organized by the degree to which a teacher has access (but if you are unfamiliar with Starbuck's, you might not understand the chapter titles!). I like the practicality of the book, especially the chapters that talk about how to introduce concepts useful to online writing but in classes that don't have access. I wanted the author to answer the question he raised about if we can do the same old things with tech
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Apr 16, 2010
Sarah
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This is not a bad book, but it attempts to be all things to all teachers--those who are adept at social networking and those who are newbies. This is a book that should definitely be in every secondary school's professional library--it's a better library book than personal book. I found the teacher interviews illuminating and helpful to me in terms of framing professional development for faculty.
The discussion of filters that limit what teachers can access was interesting. It is a More...
The discussion of filters that limit what teachers can access was interesting. It is a More...
Feb 05, 2010
Julie
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Amazing. Kist acknowledges that not every district trusts its teachers or students to use the internet responsibly, so he provides a tiered approach to incorporating technology and 21st century skills. I've already started a list for what I want to do next year to extend classroom discussion and encourage inquiry.
Jan 12, 2010
Gary
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The Socially Networked Classroom comes along at just the right time as schools try to figure out what kinds of social networking platforms and approaches are necessary, optional, and appropriate.
I found at least six ideas in here that I can use with my classes.
For my Fremd friends who happen to see this, you'll be glad to know that our school is considered "a High Tech Environment."
I found at least six ideas in here that I can use with my classes.
For my Fremd friends who happen to see this, you'll be glad to know that our school is considered "a High Tech Environment."
Nov 11, 2010
Carrie
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Like all other Kist books I have read, this one is a gem for educators. Kist explores how teachers with differing levels of technology access are incorporating it into their curriculum. It is chocked full of ideas and resources that are easily adaptable to any teaching situation. I gained some fresh ideas on how to approach classics like Romeo and Juliet. Kist is a voice for this generation of educators that are trying to connect to our 21st century students and I applaud his efforts. The book i
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Dec 26, 2010
Courtney
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I was really disappointed in this book because Bill Kist is supposed to be the "go-to" guy on incorporating technology into the classroom when all he did throughout this book was revamp old activities and rename them as "multiliteracy" (when, in fact, they are more multigenre). I was hoping to attain a more research-based rationale for the benefits and concerns surrounding implementing technology into the classroom. What I got, however, was a book full of information that I (
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Aug 11, 2010
Carey
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Lots and lots of great ideas to use in my classroom this year. Almost too many good ideas!
Sep 02, 2011
Lots of really good ideas...that will all be outdated by a year from now. I'd heard of most of the stuff this book mentioned, but now I think I'm going to try a lot of it out. Not bad as this sort of book goes.
Nov 15, 2011
Gail
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Nothing knew but always good reminders of how important it is to know what you need to know to reach and teach effectively. Love the emphasis on teaching and learning, not on technology per se.
Mar 17, 2010
Glenda
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Lots of practical advice to avoid pitfalls when using social networking and collaborative learning on the internet.
Mar 14, 2011
Tom
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Very basic and seems out of date. Plus who calls a blog a "weblog"? Author Kist does throughout the book
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