#Tech in the Classroom

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Using SAMR to Help Integrate Tech in your PBL Classroom

PBL and technology become interconnected through the implementation of SAMR. SAMR is a tool teachers can use to help design lessons that target higher order thinking. SAMR stands for Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition. In Substitution, the teacher simply replaces paper documents with digital copies that the students can access. As we begin to work our way up the framework, Augmentation calls for the use of technology that helps a student improve what they would be doing, but does not change the lesson in and of itself.  This may just be the implementation of using Google Docs, with its spell and grammar check, instead of writing an essay or theme on paper.  Modification takes it a step further as it calls for the use of technology to change the task at hand. Students may now be asked to share their docs with other students and provide feedback to each other.  The final step of SAMR is Redefinition. In this step the lesson is redefined and tasks that were previously inconceivable are now possible.  Perhaps instead of writing an essay on paper or in Google Docs, a teacher has students work in groups and utilize Adobe Spark to create a website with the information they gathered as well as pictures and other applicable media. 

When implementing PBL in our classrooms we look not just to enhance learning, but to transform learning through higher order thinking. We begin asking students to not only learn something, but to analyze it and evaluate their own thoughts on the concept. Students  collaborate and create a final product to show what they have learned.  The culmination of this process is to communicate that learning not just to the teacher, but to their community as a whole.  Technology enables us to do this in ways we never could before.  

We can implement SAMR without technology, as we see in the article Essential connections of stem, PBL, and Tech Integration... what would Dewey think?.  In this article Micheal Gorman discusses using cameras, compasses, and scientific recording equipment with his students studying outdoor environments in the 1970’s. Even books are a form of technology.  Our 21st Century technology brings all those tools together, and offers even more possibilities.  Student’s iPads not only allow access to the written word, but also include cameras, compasses, measurement tools, and connects them with experts and each other, all at the touch of a button. 

Through PBL and the implementation of technology in the classroom teacher are more capable than ever of targeting higher order thinking with their students.

REFERENCES

Essential connections of stem, PBL, and Tech Integration... what would Dewey think?. 21 st Century Educational Technology and Learning. (2014, September 15). https://21centuryedtech.wordpress.com/2014/09/15/essential-connections-of-stem-pbl-and-tech-integration-what-would-dewey-think/

Introduction to the SAMR model. Common Sense Education. (n.d.-a). https://www.commonsense.org/education/videos/introduction-to-the-samr-model

Ruben Puentedura on the impact of the SAMR model. Common Sense Education. (n.d.-b). https://www.commonsense.org/education/videos/ruben-puentedura-on-the-impact-of-the-samr-model?page=1

[richardtheteacher]

Leveraging Coding Games to Enhance Classroom Learning: A Teacher's Guide

Richard James Rogers, Award-Winning Author and Educator, describes ways in which teachers can leverage coding games to enhance classroom learning.

A blog post by Richard James Rogers (Award-Winning Author of The Quick Guide to Classroom Management and The Power of Praise: Empowering Students Through Positive Feedback). This blog post has been beautifully illustrated by Pop Sutthiya Lertyongphati. With the growing educational environment today, a teacher is always in pursuit of a new way to make student learning more interactive and…

[joebustillos]

Ed Issues: AI Sneaking into the Classroom

Tom Merritt, tech journalist at DTS (and friends) discussed a Wall Street Journal article about AI tools being used by teachers to cutdown on time spent grading student papers and essays. Having retired from the classroom just as my colleagues were scrambling to deal with students employing chatbots to create their papers, my mind immediately bounced to a viral video that popped up some time ago…

[gojoest]

SATORU

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[digitalmemoriez]

[uovoc]

From tumblrposting it may appear that I spend all my time thinking about fictional characters. However that takes up only about 10% of my time. I have wide and varied interests. Including birding. And figuring out how to lean FIRE.

[saturnneedsspace]

Got sent this in the middle of the school day today.

This was the convo that followed

I laughed so hard when they said they thought it was Zoro

[pygian-weapon]

me after installing GIMP from the terminal

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"the next generation is completely computer illiterate! they don't even understand how to use a mouse or keyboard bc they were raised on tablets!"

someone explain that to my second graders who keep trying to look up minecraft fanart on my laptop

[artblog-mrsb]

Project Based Learning

It is what we do as art teachers, here's why it is so important!

There are so many hurdles for teachers and students in today's classroom. Excessive student absenteeism, low test scores, and student equity can all be improved through the implementation of Project Based Learning (PBL). When students count on EACH OTHER for advice and feedback, they show up. From 1997 to 2000 the percentage of fifth graders passing the VA Standards of Learning test increased in all areas due to the implementation of PBL. PBL has also helped narrow the gap in test scores between African American and white students. (Curtis, 2001).

Implementing PBL in a classroom can be challenging. The role of teacher changes from classroom leader and lector to classroom guide and facilitator. Students take ownership of their educational pursuits. As students take ownership they also begin to build 21st Century skills. Skills like personal and social responsibility, planning, critical thinking, reasoning, creativity, communication skills, understanding of others, and the ability to visualize and make decisions to foster their goals. (Person, 2007).

According to the Buck Institute for Education Gold Standard for Project Based Learning there are seven essential design elements teachers can consider. 1. What is the problem or question? What standards are you trying to teach the students? 2. PBL calls for your students to engage in a sustained period of inquiry that reaches beyond the classroom walls. Researching and compiling data in a variety of ways, over a period of time as they begin the journey toward concept attainment. Students may create collaborative documents online. Teachers may take students on field trips, to museums, or planetariums in addition to working in the classroom, as you will see in the PBL examples to follow. This is in opposition to the traditional memorization and regurgitation of facts. What the students are looking to achieve (the problem or question) should be meaningful to them, or have 3. authenticity. In one example below you will see students longing to understand their classmate, who struggles with Cystic Fibrosis. In another example we see a group of students interested in the WWE begin to take interest in the stock market once they found out it was a publicly traded company. Authenticity shows the students that this is something that is important to them both in and OUTSIDE of school. We will see many example of students meeting with professionals throughout the PBL process, seeing how what they are learning IS applicable in the real world. For successful PBL students must have a voice and choice in their pursuit of this problem or question. Having a voice is the first step to promoting 4. ownership. It is this ownership of ideas that drive student attendance. They feel needed and heard, and when they do, they show up. Just like as adults we show up for our job, in PBL students may choose to begin a business, and for that, they will show up. Setting aside time for 5. reflection throughout the project is critical. Just like educators, students must 6. critique and revise their plan as they learn and grow. This is a great time for students to have the opportunity to meet with experts. We will see students in the following exemplars meeting with architects and scientists. (Armstrong, 2002) This is what leads to true and thorough understanding. And finally, when designing PBL students should be creating a 7. public product. Sharing something that, again, shows the community the concept they mastered is not just something they need to learn for school, but something that can be applied to the real world to make it a better place for all. (2023) Whether students are organizing a Math Challenge or Walk-a-thon, starting their own business, or collaborating with students from around the globe, PBL reaches beyond our classrooms. (Curtis, 2001)

In the videos below you will see examples of PBL. While each project meets most of the seven essential project design elements of the "Gold Standard" (2023) as discussed previously, you will see that the most challenging design elements are things that require a lot of work from the teacher. Educators will need to adjust to planning in a way they are not accustomed to. Setting aside time to critique and revise the project can be challenging, but it is just as important as defining the question or challenge. It often means allotting more time to a project than originally planned. Be flexible. PBL is worth it.

As you see in the video not all of the examples are reaching beyond the classroom in their production. It will be a challenge for educators, figuring what to create as a public project. Fortunately, we live in a time where 1:1 technology is readily available to almost all of our students. Technology is the bridge that offers us multiple ways to assess our students, as well as multiple avenues for sharing their ideas and creations with the public. Students working learning about the monarch migration were able to collaborate with over 6000 students across the globe to create a digital map of the butterflies journey. (Curtis, 2002)

Open student discussion will inevitably form the rest of the seven essential design elements. With frequent meetings and communication you will see that students are more than capable of being leaders in their own education.

Project Based Learning is the way of the future. It will entice our students to not only show up to school, but become active facilitators of their own learning. Learning will begin to reach beyond the classroom. And, while the role of teachers may be changing it becomes ever more important. We are their guide not only within our isolated classrooms, but their guide as they explore our world.

References

Armstrong, S. (2002, February 11). Geometry students angle into architecture through Project Learning. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/mountlake-terrace-geometry-design

Curtis, D. (2002, June 6). March of the monarchs: Students follow the butterflies’ migration. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/march-monarchs

Curtis, D. (2001). More fun than a barrel of . . . worms?!. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/more-fun-barrel-worms  

Gold Standard PBL: Essential Project Design elements. PBLWorks. (2023, May 30). https://www.pblworks.org/blog/gold-standard-pbl-essential-project-design-elements

Person. (2007c, October 19). Why is project-based learning important?. Edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/project-based-learning-guide-importance

YouTube. (2010, July 23). From worms to wall street: Projects prompt active, authentic learning. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HyFVEpZyEY

YouTube. (2010b, September 24). Applying math skills to a real-world problem. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hxufdpcfpJY

YouTube. (2011, November 10). Project-based learning in an elementary science classroom. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5q4BiGcRqM

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I met 5 out of the 6 students on my Kindergarten self contained autistic support class and I gotta say I think I legitimately have been blessed with the best, sweetest, and MOSE ENTHUSIASTIC class ever!

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Your Guide to B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering Colleges

In today's technology-driven world, pursuing a B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) has become a popular choice among students aspiring for a bright future. The demand for skilled professionals in areas like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, and Cloud Computing has made computer science engineering colleges crucial in shaping tomorrow's innovators. Saraswati College of Engineering (SCOE), a leader in engineering education, provides students with a perfect platform to build a successful career in this evolving field.

Whether you're passionate about coding, software development, or the latest advancements in AI, pursuing a B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering at SCOE can open doors to endless opportunities.

Why Choose B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering?

Choosing a B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering isn't just about learning to code; it's about mastering problem-solving, logical thinking, and the ability to work with cutting-edge technologies. The course offers a robust foundation that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, enabling students to excel in the tech industry.

At SCOE, the computer science engineering courses are designed to meet industry standards and keep up with the rapidly evolving tech landscape. With its AICTE Approved, NAAC Accredited With Grade-"A+" credentials, the college provides quality education in a nurturing environment. SCOE's curriculum goes beyond textbooks, focusing on hands-on learning through projects, labs, workshops, and internships. This approach ensures that students graduate not only with a degree but with the skills needed to thrive in their careers.

The Role of Computer Science Engineering Colleges in Career Development

The role of computer science engineering colleges like SCOE is not limited to classroom teaching. These institutions play a crucial role in shaping students' futures by providing the necessary infrastructure, faculty expertise, and placement opportunities. SCOE, established in 2004, is recognized as one of the top engineering colleges in Navi Mumbai. It boasts a strong placement record, with companies like Goldman Sachs, Cisco, and Microsoft offering lucrative job opportunities to its graduates.

The computer science engineering courses at SCOE are structured to provide a blend of technical and soft skills. From the basics of computer programming to advanced topics like Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, students at SCOE are trained to be industry-ready. The faculty at SCOE comprises experienced professionals who not only impart theoretical knowledge but also mentor students for real-world challenges.

Highlights of the B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering Program at SCOE

Comprehensive Curriculum: The B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering program at SCOE covers all major areas, including programming languages, algorithms, data structures, computer networks, operating systems, AI, and Machine Learning. This ensures that students receive a well-rounded education, preparing them for various roles in the tech industry.

Industry-Relevant Learning: SCOE’s focus is on creating professionals who can immediately contribute to the tech industry. The college regularly collaborates with industry leaders to update its curriculum, ensuring students learn the latest technologies and trends in computer science engineering.

State-of-the-Art Infrastructure: SCOE is equipped with modern laboratories, computer centers, and research facilities, providing students with the tools they need to gain practical experience. The institution’s infrastructure fosters innovation, helping students work on cutting-edge projects and ideas during their B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering.

Practical Exposure: One of the key benefits of studying at SCOE is the emphasis on practical learning. Students participate in hands-on projects, internships, and industry visits, giving them real-world exposure to how technology is applied in various sectors.

Placement Support: SCOE has a dedicated placement cell that works tirelessly to ensure students secure internships and job offers from top companies. The B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering program boasts a strong placement record, with top tech companies visiting the campus every year. The highest on-campus placement offer for the academic year 2022-23 was an impressive 22 LPA from Goldman Sachs, reflecting the college’s commitment to student success.

Personal Growth: Beyond academics, SCOE encourages students to participate in extracurricular activities, coding competitions, and tech fests. These activities enhance their learning experience, promote teamwork, and help students build a well-rounded personality that is essential in today’s competitive job market.

What Makes SCOE Stand Out?

With so many computer science engineering colleges to choose from, why should you consider SCOE for your B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering? Here are a few factors that make SCOE a top choice for students:

Experienced Faculty: SCOE prides itself on having a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members. The faculty’s approach to teaching is both theoretical and practical, ensuring students are equipped to tackle real-world challenges.

Strong Industry Connections: The college maintains strong relationships with leading tech companies, ensuring that students have access to internship opportunities and campus recruitment drives. This gives SCOE graduates a competitive edge in the job market.

Holistic Development: SCOE believes in the holistic development of students. In addition to academic learning, the college offers opportunities for personal growth through various student clubs, sports activities, and cultural events.

Supportive Learning Environment: SCOE provides a nurturing environment where students can focus on their academic and personal growth. The campus is equipped with modern facilities, including spacious classrooms, labs, a library, and a recreation center.

Career Opportunities After B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering from SCOE

Graduates with a B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering from SCOE are well-prepared to take on various roles in the tech industry. Some of the most common career paths for CSE graduates include:

Software Engineer: Developing software applications, web development, and mobile app development are some of the key responsibilities of software engineers. This role requires strong programming skills and a deep understanding of software design.

Data Scientist: With the rise of big data, data scientists are in high demand. CSE graduates with knowledge of data science can work on data analysis, machine learning models, and predictive analytics.

AI Engineer: Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing various industries, and AI engineers are at the forefront of this change. SCOE’s curriculum includes AI and Machine Learning, preparing students for roles in this cutting-edge field.

System Administrator: Maintaining and managing computer systems and networks is a crucial role in any organization. CSE graduates can work as system administrators, ensuring the smooth functioning of IT infrastructure.

Cybersecurity Specialist: With the growing threat of cyberattacks, cybersecurity specialists are essential in protecting an organization’s digital assets. CSE graduates can pursue careers in cybersecurity, safeguarding sensitive information from hackers.

Conclusion: Why B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering at SCOE is the Right Choice

Choosing the right college is crucial for a successful career in B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering. Saraswati College of Engineering (SCOE) stands out as one of the best computer science engineering colleges in Navi Mumbai. With its industry-aligned curriculum, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and excellent placement record, SCOE offers students the perfect environment to build a successful career in computer science.

Whether you're interested in AI, data science, software development, or any other field in computer science, SCOE provides the knowledge, skills, and opportunities you need to succeed. With a strong focus on hands-on learning and personal growth, SCOE ensures that students graduate not only as engineers but as professionals ready to take on the challenges of the tech world.

If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in the world of technology, consider pursuing your B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering at SCOE—a college where your future takes shape.

[spaghett-onaplate]

hey i have this food tech assessment where i need to make a hypothetical food product, and part of it is creating a survey. the only personal details it asks for is age (target market) and then your feelings about donuts and ice cream and my hypothetical product. survey isnt done yet buuut if anyone is willing to help me out pls reply, send an ask or dm. much appreciated :D

[jey-chan]

Working as a school psychologist is interesting, and even more so when you are also an experienced childcare specialist.

But it is even more so when you work in a school specialized in educating the new generation of elementary and preschool teachers.

Most of the time, students come to me to ask about how to take care of "that child who just seems to not get it" on theyr intership, how to deal with parents, and how to accuse their teachers of school misconduct

Then there is the clasic one that is here because the parents are teachers too and do not want to work with childrens.

And the ones that realy needs my help on psycology isues.

So far my work had been this:

5% actualy psicology problems that i can work on/ students on a emotional crisis.

5% problems that need legal and more heavy healcare specialists (those oh how i cry at nights)

40% help idk what im doing in this scholl! this is not my choice carrier!

40% how do i deal with a kid with sepcial nesesitis and/or the parents. Is this adecuate for my intership? WHAT DO I DO WHEN IM SUPOST TO TEACH A KID ON THE INTERCHIP! THEY DO NOT CARE ABOUT ME! QWQ

5% romantig things that i am so ace to be dealing with but that they think i am the only reasonably and somehow a miracle worker.

5% how do i tell my teacher to go to hell?