A joint presentation between Alec Couros and Dean Shareski on their teaching practices at the University of Regina. Originally presented at the Tlt Summit on April 27th, 2009 in Regina, Saskatchewan
3. OUR QUESTIONS
• Is this specific for Education or can it be applied in other fields?
• What supports are required from our institutions?
• Is this sustainable?
Dean: Session overview
Alec: Provide context for ECMP 355 and 831
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Dean: K-12 Context...teacher as expert. Wearing many hats and being forced to be an expert in a information scarce environment.
Alec: Higher Ed perspective
Alec:
Not All are “experts” some are practioners, users. Provide fresh perspectives.
Focus on Diversity
Try to find a mix of voices from other countries, male/female, Kindergarten, higher ed, etc......
Dean: Experts/Connections are seen as accessible and connections remain and build beyond a one time appearance.
I can tell this story. Do you have one that demonstrates the deeper, sustainable connections?
Dean: Experts/Connections are seen as accessible and connections remain and build beyond a one time appearance.
I can tell this story. Do you have one that demonstrates the deeper, sustainable connections?
Alec: Different ways to Share and Express themselves (introduction to community)
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Dean: Students not only engaged in discussions but in their transparency taught each other
Difficult at times not to be involved
“this is my only university class that I know every student by name, and know at least one important thing about them. This is really weird, because I wouldn’t have been able to do that even in high school.
Alec: Example tweet deck
Feedback: Dean
Feedback: Dean
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Going from this (typical) to this (networked)
Professional Learning