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Lessons Learned: Critiquing a Singaporean Teacher – From Tom Daccord

Tom Daccord, EdTechTeacher

One of my first activities as an Outstanding Educator in Residence with the Academy of Singapore Teachers was to observe elementary school students using netbooks in a “hands-on” digital storytelling activity. At the front of the classroom stood a twenty-something

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Changing Cultures – Justin’s Presentations in Singapore

Justin Reich in Singapore

As mentioned earlier in the week, EdTechTeacher’s Tom Daccord and Justin Reich are currently in Singapore as part of the Educators in Residence Program. The slides below are from two of Justin’s most recent presentations. Next week, Tom will be

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Adventures in Singapore – writings from EdTechTeacher’s Justin Reich

Justin Reich teaching in Singapore

Since the 25th of January, EdTechTeacher Co-Director, Justin Reich, has been working with school leaders and educators in Singapore. During this time, he has taught workshops on the use of technology in History classrooms, discussed training programs with the Educational

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About the Authors
Tom Daccord, Director of EdTechTeacher, is an educational technology speaker, instructor, and writer who has worked with schools, districts, colleges and educational organizations in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia.

Justin Reich is the co-founder of EdTechTeacher, a fellow at the Berkman Center for Internet and Society, and the director of Online Community, Practice and Research at Facing History and Ourselves, an organization devoted to combating bigotry and nurturing democracy through history education.

Greg Kulowiec, an Instructional Trainer & Presenter, brings over eight years of teaching experience as a Social Studies teacher and Technology Integration Specialist to EdTechTeacher, writing about his classroom experiences and offering instructions for teachers.

Beth Holland coordinates all communications for EdTechTeacher - web sites, social media, and newsletters - as well as instructs at workshops, bringing expertise in elementary education as well as working with assistive technologies to the team.

Patrick Larkin brings to EdTechTeacher a wealth of administrative experience in effective technology integration in schools, is a nationally recognized education leader recognized for creating an immersive 1:1 iPad program, and serves as the newly appointed Assistant Superintendent for Learning for Burlington Public Schools in Massachusetts.

Shawn McCusker has 18 years of experience as a middle school and high school teacher. On Twitter, Shawn is the co-leader of #sschat and the creator of #1to1techat. He is currently an American Studies and World History teacher at William Fremd High School in Palatine, Illinois where he teaches in a 1:1 iPad classroom.
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