1. The New Classroom
1.1. Curriculum
1.1.1. Catelog
1.1.1.1. One idea a group of educators had during a Google Summit this past summer, was to have a SDL (self directed learning) style of curriculum where students could branch out and choose which assignment they wanted to do and present the information in a vehicle of their choosing.
1.1.2. Fluid- With each changing year new and better technology is introduced. There is an abundance of new useless technologies and ideas as well. Deciphering what can add to your concepts
1.1.3. I would like to be able to incorporate the things we learn in my class and use them in other core subjects. I have a few projects that are cross curricular, but would like to have more.
1.1.4. Genius Hour- I would like to expand on an experimental project my current class is participating in this semester. Students will be able to spend 20% of their time to learn something they want to learn and present the information to a series of groups.
1.2. Layout
1.2.1. I would like to have a room with table that would fit 4-5 students at and power outlets for them to charge their devices. I would also like an open type area where discussion and projects can take place. Each student will be able to have a laptop to create and design their education.
1.3. Academic Influences
1.3.1. Alan November
1.3.2. Andrew Klenke
1.3.3. Michael Neden
1.3.4. Klista Radar
1.3.5. James Leonard
2. Technology
2.1. Communication/Information
2.1.1. Audio/Visual Technologies
2.1.1.1. Camera/Camcorder
2.1.1.2. Green Screens/Lights
2.1.1.3. Software Programs
2.1.2. Websites
2.1.2.1. Blogs
2.1.2.1.1. edublog
2.1.2.1.2. kidblog
2.1.2.1.3. blogger
2.1.2.2. Vlogs
2.1.2.2.1. youtube
2.1.2.3. Glogs
2.1.2.3.1. padlet
2.1.2.3.2. lionit
2.1.2.4. Web 2.0
2.1.3. Software Programs
2.2. Manufacturing/Construction
2.3. Automotive/ Power & Energy
2.4. New Technologies
3. 21st Century Learning
3.1. 4C's
3.1.1. Creativity
3.1.2. Collaboration
3.1.3. Communication
3.1.4. Critical Thinking
3.2. PBL
3.2.1. Project Based Learning based upon Driving and Essential questions. Gives students an option in how to display their information learned.
3.2.1.1. Flipped Classroom
3.3. Standard Base Grading
3.3.1. Standard based grading is built on the principle of standards should be the only recorded grade and to use the mode instead of the average. It does not permit "zeroes" as it is on a 4 point scale instead of the typical 100 point one we are used to.
3.4. Gamification
3.4.1. Gamification is base on the principle students can and will learn easier and more if the learning is set up similar to games. Visuals and graphic captures attention. Achievements and accomplishments are gained (XP) for finishing or completing "challenges" or lessons.
4. Literature
4.1. Redefining Literacy
4.1.1. Exposing what is true
4.1.1.1. Finding factual and valid information in the "information super highway"
4.1.1.2. If it said on the internet, it has to be true! (?)
4.1.2. Employing the Information
4.1.3. Expressing Ideas Compellingly