Ban those bird units

Besides lots of golf, swimming,walking on the beach, wining and dining I also did lots of great reading. All of the titles mentioned in my blog will be available for loan in the LRC so if you can find some time!! in your busy day they are worth a dip into. Ban those Bird Units is a book that sets out models for teaching in an information rich and technology rich environment.The authors chose this rather strange title to highlight certain types of assignments that have a common pattern of "finding stuff" to keep the teacher happy. Cut and paste the "stuff" in a word processor, add an image, maybe a border or some word art and hey presto another teacher focused task handed in. The authors have designed models to use in the classroom, library, computer lab. to enrich student learning to ensure deep knowledge and deep understanding of the research task. The book is full of practical examples for teachers to adopt or adapt. An excellent Library/Information Centre/Resource Centre does make a difference to student academic achievement the following website has links to PowerPoint presentations that can be used to inform staff http://www.lmcsource.com/tech/power/2nd/power2.htm
Other titles that you might like to read include:
Real Wired Child by Michael Carr-Gregg a self-help book for parents on dangers lurking on the Internet. Teachers would find it also a valuable read.
Guided Inquiry carol Kuhlthau et. al. discusses learning in the 21st century