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This presentation introduced the ethos behind tech&teach.
1. We are looking at the potential for technology to augment (add to) our present teaching methods; not replace successful practice but use discernibly and critically.
2. Share, Share, Share. What we learn at these meetings please pass on to others. Take what you want, but please share your experiences (successes and learning points) with each other and the wider school community.
3. If you are feel confident enough (no reason why you shouldn't be) consider sharing your experience at the start of meetings - 2 minute presentations on what you have been using with your classes...
4. If you are feeling adventurous why not share via twitter. Just tweet with the #stgeorgescpd and we will all be able to pick up on your ideas.
5. Meeting Format - Significantly influenced by the new teachmeet culture that is spreading through the UK, USA and Australia. Teachers sharing their experience with other teachers and feeling refreshed and energised by the shared passion for teaching that they encounter.
6. Creative Ideas only florish in an environment of positive, helpful and constructive criticism... before saying BUT... think... and change your words to... that could work and...
INTERESTING NEW WEBSITES TO PLAY WITH AND USE IN CLASS
www.blendspace.com - easy reasearch and presentation www.rewordify.com - provides dumbed down vocabulary for webpages... good for vocabulary and understand... www.voki.com - text to speach animations