Week 6:Final Class Activity Overview of Course #3820 Thinkfinity, formerly MarcoPolo, is a Web-based resource that offers over 2,500 lessons for teachers, each lesson aligned with the New York State Standards in seven content areas. These lessons are organized and can be accessed according to the Learning Standards, key ideas, performance indicators, grade levels, and content areas. Thinkfinity provides teachers easy access to resources and lessons, approved by state and national organizations, with the goal of improving classroom practice using the Internet. In a two-hour orientation session, participants will be introduced to Web 2.0 and Thinkfinity as emerging disciplines that bring powerful new resources to education. Over the next four weeks, participants will complete one online task per week. During their online experience, participants will explore the Web 2.0 sites and Thinkfinity. Additionally, teachers will develop strategies for integrating Web 2.0 and Thinkfinity into lesson planning across the curriculum and will develop techniques for teaching with the Internet in a variety of instructional settings. During the final two-hour face-to-face session participants will share their experiences and their Internet lesson plans. Course Coordinators: Ken Holvig, Jerry Crisci Time: Tu 10/14, 12/2, 3:30-5:30, with four online sessions in between Location: SMS, rm C159 Credit: One point salary credit or stipend |
Primary Course Links The Thinkfinity Website contains a wealth of resources that can enhance any curriculum. Thinkfinity Self-Directed training The easy way to learn how to use Thinkfinity. The Educational Enterprise Zone Web site supports the use of Thinkfinity and Teacher Centers throughout New York State. The EEZ is lead by Dr. Stan Silverman and hosted at NYIT. This Website is the most comprehensive Web 2.0 directory on the Internet. Our Google Group This is the place to post and discuss assignments. Membership in the class is required to access this area. |