innovation in teaching: challenges, risks, and rewards
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Kerry Rice, Ed. D., Professor and Fulbright Scholar
Cary Varela, MET Student,
Michele Hogan, MET Student,
Amy Eko-Morgan, MET Student, Department of Educational Technology, Boise State University
iNACOL Blended and Online Learning Symposium
November 2014
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Go Broncos!
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M.S. in EDTECH
Masters in EDTECH
Ed. D. in EDTECH
Graduate Certificates:
Online Teaching - K12 & Adult Learner
Technology Integration Specialist
School Technology Coordinator
K-12 Online Teaching Endorsement
Game Studio: Mobile Game Design
3D GameLab spinoff
EDTECH and Cave Island in SL
Dual Degree Program w/National Univ. of Tainan
and Jeju University, Korea
Cooperation Agreement Nicolaus Copernicus
University, Torun, Poland
College of EducationAbout us…
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Kerry
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Cary, Michele and Amy
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Tell us a little about you.
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Agenda• Innovation in teaching and learning.
• Description of course and project goals.
• Student Panel will share experiences and projects.
• Discussion.
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EDTECH 523: Advanced Online Teaching
Emphasizes content-specific instructional strategies, methods, data analysis, and improved communication in online instruction. Experience with web-based video/audio communication tools recommended.
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Overarching Ideas• Online Learning should encourage or
promote…– Learner autonomy (agency)
– Active participation
– Collaboration and community building
– Authentic assessments
– Acquisition of 21st century skills
– Transformative teaching practice, innovation, and risk-taking
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Transformative Teaching and Learning
Targeted
InstructionTime Learning
Constant Constant Variable
Targeted
InstructionTime Learning
Variable Variable Constant
From this…
To the ideal…
Fullan, 2009
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Leveraging Technology
for Learning
Changing Role of the
Teacher
Educator (vs.Teacher)Assign Learning TasksAssessGuide dev. of PLP’sCurriculum Dev.Course Design
Transforming Teaching Practice
The greatest factor in quality educational experiences
is the quality of the instruction.
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Innovation Defined
The term "innovate," is defined loosely as: "to make changes in something established, especially by introducing new methods, ideas, or products.”
What does innovation mean to you?
… a shift to truly personalized, competency-based
instruction, while still maintaining integrity in meeting
course goals and objectives.
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gy
…
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Technology Integration MatrixTeacher
Ownership of Learning
Student Ownership of
Learning
Procedural Understanding
Conceptual Understanding
Conventional Use of
Technology
Complex Use of Technology
Instructional Focus on Tools
Instructional Focus on Content tim.techmatrix.us
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InTASC Model Core Teaching Standards
• Personalized Learning for Diverse Learners
(differentiation)
• Improved Assessment Literacy (quality of instruction)
• Focus on Application of Knowledge and Skills (relevance)
• Collaborative Professional Culture (community)
• Teachers as Leaders
• Teachers as Reflective Practitioners (Impact on practice)
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Message to Students
My goal this semester is a shift to truly personalized, competency-based instruction, while still maintaining integrity in meeting course goals and objectives - a big request all around.
Facilitating the movement to personalized instruction, first requires that I loosen my grip on control of ALL course activities, and second requires you to take primary responsibility for your
own learning. So with that in mind, the tasks and activities I have planned are designed to allow you as much control as I, or you,
can possibly manage.
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Project DescriptionOne of your primary responsibilities this semester will be the development and sharing of a major deliverable that is determined through self-selection and
negotiation.
VOICE AND CHOICE • Online Course Development• Professional Development• Tutorial Resources• Collaborative Inquiry• Other Ideas?
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Project Plan
• What do you plan to do?
• What applications or tools will you use?
• What are your goals and intended outcomes?
• What are your anticipated milestones and deliverables?
• Who are project members and what are their roles?
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Best Practice Indicator:
Community BuildingHow does your project demonstrate that community is a valued component? Does your project leverage social networks or other tools to build community? Does your project provide opportunities and a space for your audience to share their experiences with you and with others?
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Best Practice Indicator:
CollaborationDoes your project provide opportunities for teamwork or other collaborative experiences? What tools and processes facilitate collaboration?
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Best Practice Indicator:
Multimedia DevelopmentHow do you use multimedia to promote engagement? Does your project recognize that all learners are unique and learn by multiple means of representation?
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Best Practice Indicator:
Evaluation PlanDo you have an evaluation plan that is based on research and best practice? How will you know if your project goals and outcomes have been reached? How will you know if your instruction/materials are effective?
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Best Practice Indicator:
Collection of ResourcesDoes your project contain ample resources and supplemental materials? Can learners find answers to questions they may be pondering or extend their learning? Are the resources easy to find and access?
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Best Practice Indicator:
Synchronous InteractionsDoes your project include opportunities for synchronous interaction? How does this interaction support the goals of your project?
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Best Practice Indicators
1. Community Building
2. Collaboration
3. Multimedia Development
4. Evaluation Plan
5. Collection of Resources
6. Synchronous Interactions
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Assessment of Mastery
• Peer Evaluation
• Self Evaluation
• Instructor Evaluation (Rubric)
– Meeting project goals
– Project quality
– Elements of best practice
– Impact on teaching practice
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Com
pete
ncy-b
ased T
eacher
Pre
p &
PD
“Teachers should
have access to
the personalized,
competency-
based learning
opportunities that
are increasingly
being
acknowledged as
essential to
student success.”
Digital Promise:
Preparing
Teachers for
Deeper Learning
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Teacher as Learner Panel and Project Showcase
Cary:
Michele:
Amy:
https://sites.google.com/site/edtech523appsforbeginnrs/
https://sites.google.com/site/gapps40/Home
http://www.blendedscience.com/
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https://sites.google.com/site/edtech523appsforbeginnrs/
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https://sites.google.com/site/gapps40/Home
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http://edtech2.boisestate.edu/amandaweiskircher/523/wikihome.html
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http://wempedtechportfolio.weebly.com/how-to-use-3d-modeling-software-for-
design.html
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https://sites.google.com/a/u.boisestate.edu/wwii-thehomefront/
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Project Links
• EDTECH 523 Advanced Online Teaching
http://padlet.com/krice100/yot3gj9eay
• EDTECH 542 Tech Supported PBL
http://padlet.com/krice100/27ax9p70k5j2
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Challenges, Risks, Rewards• Articulating expectations
– Develop performance indicators aligned to best practice and standards
– Clear description of what teachers should be able to do
• Managing and assessing multiple projects– Streamline assessment processes– Peer and self review
• Fear of the unknown– Accept failure as an option – Have a backup plan– Willingness to transform your own teaching practice
• Keeping up with my students!
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How Will Your Classroom be Transformed?
Kerry Rice [email protected]
Cary Varela [email protected]
Michele Hogan [email protected]
Amy Eko-Morgan [email protected]
Questions?
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Resources• Rice, K. (2012). Making the Move to K-12 Online Teaching: Research-Based
Strategies and Practices. Boston, MA: Pearson Education. www.pearsonhighered.com/rice1e
• Getting Smart: Preparing Teachers for Deeper Learning• Competency-based Teacher Preparation and Professional Development
Infographic• Technology Integration Matrix, Florida Center for Instructional Technology:
http://fcit.usf.edu/matrix/• Department of Educational Technology, Boise State University:
http://edtech.boisestate.edu/• INTASC Model Core Teaching Standards and Learning Progressions for
Teachers 1.0• iNACOL Blended Learning Teacher Competency Framework• iNACOL National Quality Standards