Above and Beyond showcases 4 C's

Above and Beyond

This you tube video showcases the 4C's essential for 21st century learning

Created through collaboration by members of Partnership for 21st Century Skills and the talented folks at FableVision, Above & Beyond is a story about what is possible when communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creativity take center stage in schools and transform learning opportunities for all kids.Visit www.p21.org, www.p21.org/4Cs and www.fablevisionstudios.com for more info.

Above and Beyond has been adapted into a children's book, entitled Going Places. Written by Paul Reynolds and illustrated by Peter H. Reynolds, the book was published by Antheneum Books for Young Readers in 2014. To get more info on the book:http://shop.fablevisionlearning.com/g... 

Hello Sign - Google App

Google App: Hello Sign

https://www.hellosign.com

This is an app you can use to electronically add your signature to a document.

HelloSign takes paper out of the equation. You'll never need to print, sign and scan documents again! It is legally binding and takes less than a minute.

Three main features

1. Sign and send documents
2. Request Signatures
3. Reusable Documents

What does an administrator have to sign that this tool can help with:
IEP's
Expense sheets
Report Cards
Excursion Forms
Newsletters
Cheque Requsitions
 Approval Forms for spending
 IPRC
Appraisals
Budget
Assembly Certificates

The document can be a PDF, Google Documents

Never Give Up Jason McElwain

Teaching about differences, having perseverance and making a difference in another person's life! Great motivational clip reinforcing Education for All! Brings tears to my eyes to think that the coach made a boys dream come true with one simple act!  We have a lot of power to influence students and to make a difference in the lives of our students. It is easy to get bogged down in paperwork, curriculum expectations and timelines leading to stress and frustrations! That is a good time to watch a video like this one to bring perspective back into your life! We need to stop and remind ourselves why did we become educators/administrators?

Teaching Empathy/ Perspective

Great You Tube video for reminding you to put things in perspective. Think about mitigating factors. Show to students to teach empathy "putting yourself in the shoes of another person." I could see students creating a video that shows themselves thinking about perspectives of their peers, community members, teammates, teacher, principal etc.

National Film Board

Here is another website that is free for teachers. Access to videos great for social studies


 https://www.nfb.ca/

VROC

I was reminded tonight about a website that is an excellent tool for inquiry learning: VROC.

VROC stands for Virtural Researcher on Call and as the name suggests teachers and students can access experts on demand. 

Experts on Demand: Students can talk to experts in real time through video conferencing. For this you need to sign-up but it is free!

Videos: There are also inspiring videos for students to watch. 

Building pathways: How to develop the next generation of transformational school leaders - Bain Brief - Bain & Company - Publications

Building pathways: How to develop the next generation of transformational school leaders - Bain Brief - Bain & Company - Publications