EdTechTeacher

Nurturing the 21st Century Classroom with Technology: Resources, Models, Exemplars

May 18, 2011 - 7:00PM EDT

Co-sponsored by Teacher Prep, Princeton University and featuring David Ponton and Sean Hammer

Emerging technologies, a globalized world, and a changing labor market demand innovative approaches to education. We'll examine empirical research that sits at the core of the notion of "21st century" skills. We'll look at the most important roles that computers play in the classroom and, in particular, how technology can support essential skill areas: expert thinking, complex communication, and new media literacy. This webinar will highlight innovative educational uses of the "Read-Write" Web and will show how teachers can use technology to empower students and facilitate creative, student-centric learning environments. It builds on research regarding effective professional development and shares models and resources to help teachers effectively integrate 21st century skills in their courses.

• David Ponton, Princeton University class of 2009, teaches social studies at Ewing High School in New Jersey, just a few miles from Princeton. David integrates technology into his instruction to meaningfully engage and motivate his students.
  
• Sean Hammer graduated in 2008 with a major in Molecular Biology. He has taught biology at Ewing High School for the past 3 years. Sean's use of education technology focuses on resources and applications of biology.
  

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