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2013 CONFERENCE
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GLOBAL ADVISORY AND OUTREACH BOARD
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VOLUNTEERING
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TRAINING
- Training (coming)
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PROMOTION
- Press, Publicity, & Promotional Resources (coming)
About This Site
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Global Project Database
Created by Lucy Gray Sep 11, 2010 at 10:35am. Last updated by Lucy Gray Sep 19, 2010.
Global and Mobile Survey: Share Your Favorite Apps
Created by Lucy Gray Aug 16, 2011 at 10:17pm. Last updated by Lucy Gray Aug 16, 2011.
Kiva Team Global Education Collaborative
Created by Lucy Gray Aug 31, 2011 at 10:56pm. Last updated by Lucy Gray Aug 31, 2011.
The GEC Mission Statement
Created by Lucy Gray May 4, 2012 at 6:03am. Last updated by Lucy Gray Sep 17, 2012.
Blog Posts
Our next step towards Personalized Learning
Posted by Tracy Hanson on May 2, 2013 at 2:52pm
Apple Distinguished Educator Kristi Meeuwse Talks Technology in Kindergarten
Posted by Rod Berger, PsyD on March 28, 2013 at 10:30am — 1 Comment
Education Case Studies - Seeking Teachers
Posted by Amazing People Club on March 21, 2013 at 8:16pm
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Tara Fagan posted a blog postTo iPad or not to iPad? iPads in Early Childhood Education
The introduction of the iPad in 2010 marked significant steps in the development of tablet computing and mobile devices in education. Their intuitive touch screen interface, portability and extended battery life make them an appealing option for students of all age levels. In this pilot investigation, the authors observed how two early childhood services (one kindergarten and one childcare centre) used iPads to extend the range of learning opportunities they offer for children up to five years…See More
Tara Fagan posted a status"Just completing moderator training for the GEC Conference 12/11-17/11. Looking forward to it #GlobalEd12"
Tara Fagan joined Steve Hargadon's group
Volunteers - 2012 Conference
This is the discussion and email group for conference volunteers. Please join this group if you sign up to volunteer, as we will use it to send important announcements out to all volunteers. A HUGE and special thanks to you volunteers for the conference! Here are some final notes that you will want to keep handy during the conference: Please come into the volunteer and presenter "lounge" room 30 minutes before your sessions begin. The link to the room is …See More
Tara Fagan joined Steve Hargadon's group
Intl. Advisory Board - 2012 Conference
This is the email and information group for advisory board members for the 2012 Global Education Conference. To apply as an advisory board member, please join this group. After (and only after!) you have joined this group, please go HERE to give us the details for your listing on the advisor page.Advisory Board Expectations:Attend Advisory Board meetings or review posted…See More
Tara Fagan posted a status"Looking forward to the What’s Black and White and Promotes Collaboration? Discover how QR codes bring down classroom walls #globaled11"
Tara Fagan joined Traci Skog's group
Mobile Learning
This group was created to share mobile learning resources. Articles, insights, web addresses, conferences... The list is endless, so please share! What works for you? What are you wondering about?
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- Are You an iEARN Member?
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- Love the opportunity to engage and connect with others in education.
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- non-profit employee
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- K-12
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Tara Fagan's Blog
To iPad or not to iPad? iPads in Early Childhood Education
The introduction of the iPad in 2010 marked significant steps in the development of tablet computing and mobile devices in education. Their intuitive touch screen interface, portability and extended battery life make them an appealing option for students of all age levels. In this pilot investigation, the authors observed how two early childhood services (one kindergarten and one childcare centre) used iPads to extend the range of learning opportunities they offer for children up to…
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- At 10:34am on December 3, 2012,
Alejandro Castillo Rozo said… Hi! This is Alejandro Castillo social studies teacher from the Montessori School, Medellín Colombia. I am highly interested in undertaking a collaborative global citizenship project with a school in NZ. I teach 12-15 year old pupils. Do not hesitate to contact me if you believe we can make it happen. My best regards.
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