BLPS Teacher Challenges

10pts

To maximize students’ learning when watching videos, teachers must engage them in being active participants in the process so they can comprehend and critique. It means students watch and react, learn something new, and share their learning in meaningful ways.

5pts

BreakoutEdu provides an innovative way to combine content learning/understanding, various technology tools and best practices with the World Class Skills involved in the Profile of the SC Graduate to provide students with a challenging, collaborative approach to thinking critically and problem solving.

10pts

Coding promotes the soft skills defined in the Profile of the SC Graduate, like critical thinking, problem solving, persistence, collaboration, and communication. In addition, coding enhances classroom instruction by increasing student engagement and encouraging the application of content.

5pts

As educators, we can always learn from our peers. Likewise, we all have ideas and strategies that are worthy of sharing with our peers! “If we create a culture where every teacher believes they need to improve, not because they are not good enough, but because they can be even better, there is no limit to what we can achieve.” -Dylan Williams

5pts

Increase student engagement using a variety of technology tools, which allow for teacher analysis and student self-reflection of learning.

5pts

Students utilize a variety of tools to construct, create and support their learning while sharing with others in digital platforms.

5pts

Use SeeSaw for the creation of digital portfolios to allow students, parents and teachers to share, monitor and celebrate student work.

10pts

In today’s global society, it is imperative that students think critically, behave safely, and participate responsibly online inside and outside of the classroom. Through teaching, modeling, and personal application, teachers are able to prepare students to be 21st Century digital citizens.

10pts

Providing 24/7 access to content plays an essential role in personalizing learning for all students. Screencasting with Screencastify allows teachers to customize content to be shared with students for deeper investigation and learning.

10pts

Are you already using Seesaw as a student portfolio and parent communication tool? Are you ready to take Seesaw to the next level in your classroom? Seesaw Activities can greatly supplement traditional paper/pencil worksheets, while providing for great creativity, critical thinking, and student engagement. Borrow Activities from educators around the world, educators in your building, or create your own! (BLPS & BLES)

10pts

Lexington 3 is definitely overflowing with AMAZING educators who are teaching, learning and growing together on a daily basis. Learning with and from each other is paramount and building teacher leadership within our schools certainly sparks our professional growth!