Welcome Back

It is good to be back at school and getting started learning with our new digital devices! Here are some great Twitter gems I have found about engagement and learning in the classroom that might be worth a read!

The first is about using digital exit cards:

Hit the Mark with Digital Media Exit Cards

This one was great for me - I am having a hard time learning how to properly participate in a Twitter chat - there is great advice and instructions here for:

Twitter Beginners

and 

People wanting to learn to participate in a Twitter chat

This next article talked about building classroom community and not losing a personal connection while still using the machines. Among the fascinating quotes from this one, "Understanding what the qualities of a strong community are -- beyond the technology -- is where all teachers should begin. The technology will come and eventually foster established relationships." - 

Please take the time to read this one - it is worth it!

Need a place to go to develop a rubric, or get ideas for one - Check out this article with links to three good ones! I have used Rubristar before - but the other ones look great too!

Goal setting is an important "beginning of school" activity that would help bring relevancy and connection to school - this article outlines a process that you might use to work on goal setting with your students (or athletes).

Hope these give you something to think about as the year begins - feel free to comment and add your own -- look forward to an Appy Hour soon -- we might try a Google Hangout format this year!