Author Archives: Andrew Sawyer

I think the ISTE Standards are a good format to get students to be more adapt to technology in class and life. These standards make a checklist of what is expected of schools and students when it comes to their abilities with technology. This helps students keep on tract with their expectations. I will say,Continue reading “Working with ISTE Standards”

I think computer science initiatives are a great idea for schools. Kids now grow up with iPads and are use to using computers for most things. I think that is something that should be promoted and explored. A lot of good can come out of kids learning how to use computers for coding and otherContinue reading “Coding for all”

Connectivity: There are multiple connectivity initiatives from OET, first there is E-Rate. E-Rate which plans to get 99% of all schools and libraries connected online and have access to free online services and resources. I believe this is extremely important and can help students that might not have the most enriching school be able toContinue reading “Educational Technology Initiatives”

The learning theory I identify most with is Cognitive Learning Theory. I have always learned best when someone is involving the process step by step of what we are learning. As opposed to Behaviorists, Cognitive Learning Theory do not require an outward exhibition of learning, but focus more on the internal processes and connections thatContinue reading “My Philosophy”

8.1.5.A.1: Select and use the appropriate digital tools and resources to accomplish avariety of tasks including solving problems I would use prezi’s and kahoot for the class. This way, there is a level of entertainment in the learning and with kahoot, kids use games to first hand interact and do the work while problem solving.Continue reading “Working with the NJ Core Curriculum Content Standards(Grades 3-5)”

My thinklink is a template for students to use on a book report for 1984. it’s for them to copy and fill in answers and info where the pins are.

I decided to take a landmark from every continent and give some detail about them. This could be used for a geography lesson or just teaching about different continents. Each placemark includes an image, youtube videos and quick facts about said landmark and its continent. They include latitude and longitude, heights, years found/created/ect.