Globally Connected Learning
Let’s explore the why and how of globally connected learning. From Global Competencies, connections, collaborations and communication to tools and projects designed and created for your students to investigate the world, bring in perspective, knowledge, skill and disposition.
Walk through the steps of becoming a globally connected teacher in order to open up their classroom walls and connect their students to the world.
3.1 Everyday perceptions So, how do we recognise ‘religion’ when we encounter it? You can answer this from your own experience. Imagine walking through a town or village centre that you know well and think about the signs of reli 1.3 The video clips Now watch the clips below, making notes in your Learning Journal. What software should every school computer have on it? Whyville Inside Cancer The Arabic numbers The Use of Open Education Resources at the University of Malawi (UNIMA) The Use of Open Education Resources at the University of Malawi (UNIMA) The Use of Open Education Resources at the University of Malawi (UNIMA) The Top 100 learning Tools for 2010 Commonwealth of Learning Copyright Audit Anchises 1.1 Introducing the arts and humanities Snapshots: Jim Sirmons Snapshots: Nicole Stott Fighting for the Future of Medicine 5 Studying the arts, expectations and concerns
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We are currently putting our 2011 computer images together for both out classroom and student leased netbooks and I am going through the process of adding and removing software and testing it before we deploy it to over 400 machines.<
Whyville is an educational Internet site geared towards preteens and children. Its goal is to engage its users in learning about a broad range of topics, from science and business to art and geography. As a simulation based virtual world, Whyville's users engage in games and roleplay sponsored by a wide range of governmental, non-profit, and corporate entities. Launched in 1999, by Numedeon Inc, Whyville was one of the first virtual worlds for children, and is one of the few virtual worlds whose
A learning resource that provides animations and video clips to help educate the known facts about cancer. It discusses the types of cancer, how the cancer forms, etc. Very interactive and great for visual learners.
The website contains learning the Arabic numbers and a test.
<p>Considering the challenge of providing quality, cost-effective learning resources, it made sense that UNIMA should experiment with using OER. Through grants from the Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa and the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the International Association for Digital Publications and OER Africa, an initiative of the South African Institute for Distance Education, were able to facilitate these projects.</p>
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<p>Considering the challenge of providing quality, cost-effective learning resources, it made sense that UNIMA should experiment with using OER. Through grants from the Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa and the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the International Association for Digital Publications and OER Africa, an initiative of the South African Institute for Distance Education, were able to facilitate these projects.</p>
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<p>Considering the challenge of providing quality, cost-effective learning resources, it made sense that UNIMA should experiment with using OER. Through grants from the Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa and the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation, the International Association for Digital Publications and OER Africa, an initiative of the South African Institute for Distance Education, were able to facilitate these projects.</p>
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Jane Hart has put together her annual list of the top 100 learning tools with contributions from over 500 teachers around the world. There are some old
To a significant extent, copyright law governs the production, dissemination and consumption of knowledge and culture. In an "information society" it is particularly important to ensure that the gates of learning are kept wide open. It is in this context that an examination of copyright law with respect to education becomes crucial. When performing an audit of copyright law, it is essential to keep in mind international treaty obligations: particularly, the Berne Convention, the Agreement on tra
Excerpts from a video of a collaborative performance piece by Jonah Bokaer and Harrison Atelier. Ariane Lourie Harrison is a visiting lecturer in SA+P's Department of Architecture.
This unit is an introduction to studying the arts and humanities. It takes you through a series of exercises designed to develop your approach to study and learning at a distance and improve your confidence as an independent learner.
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About St. Petersburg College:
In 1927, St. Petersburg College (then known as St. Petersburg Junior College) became Florida's first private, non-profit, two-year school of higher learning located in downtown St. Petersburg. Full accreditation followed in 1931 and in 1948 SPC became a public college.
In June 2001, SPJC officially became St. Petersburg College when Florida's governor signed legislation making it the first community college in Flori
http://www.youtube.com/user/StPetersburgCollege
About St. Petersburg College:
In 1927, St. Petersburg College (then known as St. Petersburg Junior College) became Florida's first private, non-profit, two-year school of higher learning located in downtown St. Petersburg. Full accreditation followed in 1931 and in 1948 SPC became a public college.
In June 2001, SPJC officially became St. Petersburg College when Florida's governor signed legislation making it the first community college in Flori
At Notre Dame, one in every ten undergraduates goes on to attend medical school. These pre-med students receive training that prepares them for the challenges of the profession, motivating a commitment to scholarship and love of learning that remains with them throughout their career.
Students like Katie Washington, valedictorian of the class of 2010, obtain valuable skills through undergraduate research activities, learning to use science and medicine as tools to help create a healthier and mo
This unit is an introduction to studying the arts and humanities. It takes you through a series of exercises designed to develop your approach to study and learning at a distance and improve your confidence as an independent learner.
