These, and many more lesson plans, can be found as a preview to this year’s Digital Learning Day here.
The day-long event also features a live demonstration of five digital learning lesson plans at the Newseum in Arlington, Va. The lesson subjects are math, science, civics/social studies, language arts, and how to stay safe online.
“Each of these five lesson plans—and those that will be posted online—though they are rooted in digital learning, are not device-focused,” said Hall. “This means that all of these lesson plans could be used on any device … or no device at all. Instructional practice that is effective in using technology to strengthen the student learning experience doesn’t have to revolve around a one-to-one program or device.”
Hall said that Digital Learning Day organizers have partnered with local districts to nominate teachers from their districts to come and watch this live event. There will be 120 nominated teachers from around the Washington, D.C., area.
“We’re also highlighting three schools from around the country—with input from our partners—that have been selected because of their systemic approach to instructional goals and how technology enhances learning,” said Hall.
What are states doing?
Just like last year, Indiana is undertaking a major digital learning initiative, but instead of a 29-day Web 2.0 challenge, the state this year is launching the “Year of the Digital Learner.”
Wisconsin will promote a monthly webinar series for teachers; Colorado will have an event at the state capitol that highlights different innovative and effective classrooms; and California is partnering with the California Writing Project to provide professional development for educators.
Those interested in Digital Learning Day can sign up here.
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