Education Week: Which Path for the Common Core?

Education Week: Which Path for the Common Core?.

I have been wondering more about the Common Core, and whether it is a progress or a limitation. I can see both possibilities. This article makes some good points about what needs to be included in curriculum when following Common Core – it is definitely something that should be in the discussion!

Education Week: Ed-Tech PD Focuses on Student Learning Needs

Education Week: Ed-Tech PD Focuses on Student Learning Needs.

A very insightful article with a point of view I think get lost in all the hype about new technology. Don’t misunderstand – I LOVE new technology – I am an Instruction Technologist, after all – but if the best technology is a book, then use a book; if it’s virtual reality, then by all means move into the VR world! But how can we know what works if we don’t focus on what we are trying to teach first??