It was a funfilled filled week of learning in San Diego with friends from KS Hawai’i, Maui, Kapālama and other people from places around the world. I met people from as far as Africa and Canada as well as teachers from across the United States. So many apps and tricks on the iPad were shared from teachers that use them in their very own classrooms. It was a bit overwhelming, but inspiring to say the least. Now I will need to sit down and skim through my notes to see what I can actually implement in my classroom.
A visit to a school named HI TECH ELEMENTARY also opened my eyes to classes that emphasize Project Based Learning. A philosophy of teaching that believes that student voice, choice and interest is core to their learning as well as creativity and collaboration. Many exciting activities went on in all of the classrooms there and the children were engaged and enthused about their learning. What a wonderful sight to see! I can’t wait to see my students again and share with them my new learnings and pictures from my trip.
