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Viewpoint: Within this discussion, students had to view two videos from the Ted website. Sir Ken's video challenged students to think for a more personalized learning. While in Mrs. Rita's video talked about the importance of have a positive relationship with students.
Sir Ken Video Questions
- Do you agree with Sir Ken Robinson as he makes the case for a radical shift from standardized schools to personalized learning - creating conditions where kids' natural talents can flourish? Why or why not?
- How would YOU, as a teacher, "personalize" the learning in your classroom? Explain.
- List and describe at least TWO (2) points that Sir Ken made in his speech that you agree with and describe why you agree.
Rita Pierson Video Questions
- Why do kid's dropout of school? Are Rita Pierson's reasons accurate?
- What is Rita's point in her TED Talk video? Explain.
- Summary
- Research Question
- Research Results
As students obtain a greater understanding of their work, there can be new tasks presented increasing in difficulty. Teachers provide students with ample opportunities to set goals and monitor progress, both individually and collaboratively, in school and at home (Barrel1995). I personally have had this challenge beginning in 6th grade to take charge of my work ethic. The teacher gave my peers and me a calendar and told us to determine when things should be turned in and how our projects should be presented. This gave us a chance at being independent while the teacher oversaw our planning.
- Research Summary
White, Cynthia. "Personalized Learning - DreamBox Learning." DreamBox Learning. N.p., 2012. Web. 16 July 2015. <http://www.dreambox.com/personalized-learning>.
Niemann, J. "High School Dropout." PsycEXTRA Dataset (2002): n. pag. Washington and Lee University, 2008. Web. 16 July 2015.
Barrell, John. "Working Toward Student Self-Direction and Personal Efficacy as Educational Goals." Working Toward Student Self-Direction and Personal Efficacy as Educational Goals. DaNorth Central Regional Educational Laboratory., 1995. Web. 19 July 2015. <http://www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/issues/students/learning/lr200.htm>.