In this article we are going to demonstrate grade eight mathematics (growing patterns) by using computational thinking to support student learning in the 21st century here in Ontario. It is understood you have some knowlege of block coding (eg: Scratch). To begin, let us take a look at the expectations this task will cover. Overall […]
In this article I want to explore having students use their computational thinking skills to code an app to assist them in making predictions about real-life events while exploring theoretical and experimental probabilities. It is assumed you have some knowledge of block coding (eg: Scratch). Let us look at the expectations for grade 8 math […]
Pedagogy Before Technology Indubitably, IT has changed aspects of the nature of knowledge and the way we access it. But what knowledge do we need in the 21st century? Before I go any further, I recommend reading “Pedagogy before Technology” by DERYN M. WATSON, 2001 and ask yourself what knowledge do we need in the 21st […]
I’ve been doing some extensive reading by by Jeannette Wing about a term known as Computational Thinking . She testifies that Computational Thinking represents 21st century fluencies as a fundamental skill – as much as reading, writing and arithmetic. It represents a universally applicable attitude and skill set everyone, not just computer scientists, would be eager […]
Monday of this week I attended another Creating Pathways to Success committee meeting at one of our high schools. I look forward to these meetings as it gives us a chance to talk. Elementary folks, secondary folks, teachers, guidance, people, consultants, etc. all talking about the destinations and how to motivate students to achieve. This […]
My good friend and colleague Jon Orr (@MrOrr_geek) challenged me to reflect on the good things that happened last year. You can read where this originated here and also see one follow up from @MathManAnusic here Without further ado (spelled: adieu?), my #10goodthings from 2014. 1) I (we) successfully built and developed a Learning Space […]
I quietly (or not so quietly) launched Edmettle.com just in time for back to school this week. If you follow me on twitter you know how I can get with my projects – its all I tweet about for a while. I’m just trying to spread the word so bare with me. In a nut […]
For all the kids who grow up in a small town and think they don’t stand a chance. You do. I was once that kid.