Updates to Digital Technologies Resource.
Some great updates, new apps and suggestions on this Computer Science, Digital Technologies presentation with a coding emphasis. See also my full DT website!Tags: digital-technologies, science, STEAM, computer-science, coding, design, perseverance, code, pupils, code-club, blocks, school, elementary, k1-7, learning, creative, robotics, dash, edison, ev3, mindstorm, curriculum, technology, programming, program
Get Help with Digital Teachnologies
Article in Ed Gazette about asking for help when you need it. A lot of information about resources and money but a little short on actual implementation help? https://gazette.education.govt.nz/articles/dont-be-afraid-to-ask-for-help-with-the-new-digital-technologies-curriculum/Tags: digital-technologies, science, STEAM, computer-science, coding, design, perseverance, code, pupils, code-club, blocks, school, elementary, k1-7, learning, creative, robotics, dash, edison, ev3, mindstorm, curriculum, technology, programming, program
Where will we be two years from now?
One of the important considerations in any new roll out in a curriculum is "reality check." This is important so that we set realistic goals, get staff and administration of school into a more realistic mindset, and fund PD in an appropriate way. It is easy for people/administrators in ...Tags: digital-technologies, science, STEAM, computer-science, coding, design, perseverance, code, pupils, code-club, blocks, school, elementary, k1-7, learning, creative, robotics, dash, edison, ev3, mindstorm, curriculum, technology, programming, program
Tags: digital-technologies, science, STEAM, computer-science, coding, design, perseverance, code, pupils, code-club, blocks, school, elementary, k1-7, learning, creative, robotics, dash, edison, ev3, mindstorm, curriculum, technology, programming, program
Tags: digital-technologies, science, STEAM, computer-science, coding, design, perseverance, code, pupils, code-club, blocks, school, elementary, k1-7, learning, creative, robotics, dash, edison, ev3, mindstorm, curriculum, technology, programming, program
Awesome STEAM day with Windpower and Microbits
Microbits have been so popular with the boys in our school. Playing Paper scissors Rock.... best question, repeated often - "Are we using Microbits today?" . Today we had a STEAM day and we ran a range of activities. I worked with groups centered around looking at Windmill blade designs...Tags: digital-technologies, computer-science, coding, design, perseverance, code, pupils, code-club, blocks, school, elementary, k1-7, learning, microbits, creative, robotics, curriculum, technology, programming, program
Wonder how this would pan out for some enrichment - differentiation?
https://idea.org.uk/ : iDEA is a programme that helps you develop digital and enterprise skills for free. Through our series of online challenges and events, you can win career-enhancing badges, unlock new opportunities and, ultimately, gain industry recognised awards that help you stand out...Tags: digital-technologies, computer-science, coding, design, perseverance, code, pupils, code-club, blocks, enrichment, school, elementary, k1-7, learning, creative, robotics, curriculum, technology, programming, program
Connecting with the Digital Outcomes
Hi all ... Check out this blog entry which attaches DT Outcomes to each of the Scratch Activities. https://sites.google.com/medbury.school.nz/digitaltechnologies/computer-science/digital-technologies-blogTags: digital-technologies, science, STEAM, computer-science, coding, design, perseverance, code, pupils, code-club, blocks, school, elementary, k1-7, learning, creative, robotics, dash, edison, ev3, mindstorm, curriculum, technology, programming, program
Ministry Implementation, PD and Planning Information Post
Head on over to this post at eLearning VLN for information and great resources.Tags: digital-technologies, computer-science, coding, design, perseverance, code, pupils, code-club, blocks, school, elementary, k1-7, learning, creative, robotics, curriculum, technology, programming, program
Code-it UK resources released for DT
Some more resources to check out: http://code-it.co.uk/gold/Tags: digital-technologies, computer-science, coding, design, perseverance, code, pupils, code-club, blocks, school, elementary, k1-7, learning, creative, robotics, curriculum, technology, programming, program