Instructional Technology News
Robert Marzano's Promethean Technology Research
Dr. Robert Marzano conducted research during the 2008-2009 school year of 79 teachers representing 50 schools. His study showed that the average effect of using Promethean technology led to a 17% increase in student achievement.
The largest gains came under these conditions:
Read the complete research study.
The largest gains came under these conditions:
- The teacher has 10 years or more of teaching experience.
- The teacher has used the Promethean technology for two years or more.
- The teacher uses the technology between 75 and 80% of the day.
- The teacher has a high confidence level in using the technology.
Read the complete research study.
A Surgeon's Story
Check out this powerful story about a teacher's gift in "A Surgeon's Story."
STEM Symposium 2009
On August 3-5, 2009, 34 teachers and administrators from the School District of Pickens County met at Tri-County Technical College for the 2009 STEM Symposium. Thanks to the generosity of Tri-County Technical College and Clemson University through an AdvanceSC grant, three STEM content coaches from around the nation trained our educators in STEM standards for the 21st Century. Our teachers will take units they developed during the symposium back to the classrooms for the 2009-2010 school year.
Britannica Digital Learning
Britannica Digital Learning has been added to the resources available through DISCUS. Start at DISCUS or go to Encylopedia Britanica Online Academic Edition.
Virtual World Almanac
The Foundation of American Scientists has introduced a Wiki that serves as a Virtual World Almanac. Check out the virtual worlds by users and then look for ones appropriate for younger audiences. While many of these are not open to students in the School District of Pickens County, this resource gives educators insight into virtual worlds our students may be exploring.
Measuring 21st Century Skills
It's Not On the Test
