Multi-faceted Refractions

Thoughts and Reflections from Vinnie Vrotny

Multi-faceted Refractions

Entries from October 8, 2008

21st Century Research – The Dilemma (Humor)

October 8, 2008 · No Comments · k12online07, teaching and learning

Yesterday, I  overheard two seventh graders in the library, chatting about the research project the they were conducting searches online at a table. The first student said, “Don’t forget that we were just asked to include a print source for our research project.” At this, the student replied, “I have that covered. Mine is Gordon [...]

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Framework for 21st Century Learning – My Version

October 8, 2008 · No Comments · teaching and learning

I had an epiphany. The framework for 21st Century Learning can be stated very simply and elegantly. Learners in the 21st Century need to: To begin, we have to agree with others that there is a problem and what the problem is. To solve the problem identified, we had to decide in consultation with others [...]

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My Morning Ex Presentation

October 6, 2008 · No Comments · Uncategorized

One the traditions  at our school is Morning Ex. Originally, the headmaster’s class which met every day and often included calisthenics, it has evolved into a twice a week experience. All of our students and faculty, from Junior Kindergarten through twelfth grade, come together in our theater to have a shared experience. Each presentation is [...]

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