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               There are two ways to work
            through these materials. You can follow the links in the
            paragraph below and find narrative and illustrations. Or,
            you can use the hands-on workshop materials which contain
            activities.
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                        Producing
                        Pearl Projects:Technology-Rich,
                        Engaged Learning Environments Annette Lambalamb@eduscapes.com Not all oysters
                        produce pearls and not every classroom
                        project is a success. How can you create a
                        pearl of a project that engages learners
                        through technology rich, motivating,
                        meaningful, and authentic learning
                        environments? This web-workshop applies ideas
                        related to engaged learning including problem
                        solving, information processing,
                        collaboration, communication, and "real
                        world" activities. Rather than focusing on
                        "what engaged learning is", the workshop will
                        examine practical projects that apply these
                        ideas to classroom settings through the use
                        of technology tools and information resources
                        including books, Internet, CD-ROM, imaging,
                        video, and multimedia. For example, a book,
                        historical site, video, or small animal may
                        serve as the focus point, Internet resources
                        provide background information, and
                        meaningful activities engage students in
                        reading, exploring information, and
                        learning. | 
 
               Explore each of the four sections. Start by
               picking the right pearl
               project. Next, explore the connection between
               engaged learning and
               technology. Learn how to "survive
               the dive" through effective classroom management
               ideas. Finally, engage students by using focal
               points that draw and maintain learner
               interest. Hands-On Workshop
               Materials 
               
               
               Feel free to use these materials for
               workshops or your own professional development.
               However, keep in mind that these materials were
               created for use by participants in Annette Lamb's
               workshops, not as stand-alone materials. For
               additional information about the "live" workshops,
               contact Annette
               Lamb.
Created by Annette Lamb, 6/99.
               Updated 12/99. |