Week 1 - Reflective Task [Sept. 1, 2011, 4:07 a.m.]

This week we will reflect on the following short readings and video related to deeper learning and social media. Please read and watch the materials below and then respond to the Reflective Task questions by clicking “Post Comment” in the upper right corner of this page.

READING #1: Deeper Learning (Hewlett Foundation)

READING #2: Confronting the Challenges of Participatory Culture: Media Education for the 21st Century (Executive Summary only, MIT/MacArthur Foundation)

VIDEO #1: Digital Media Empower Youth (Edutopia)

REFLECTIVE TASK QUESTIONS:

1) Using Hewlett’s definition of “deeper learning,” we (Anna and Chris) believe that Deeper learning covers:

core content knowledge
critical thinking
complex problem solving
working in collaboration
effective communication
learning how to learn
global perspective
____________ (fill in the blank)

Global perspective is our own addition. What else would you add to the list?

2) How does reading #2 (Confronting the Challenges...) relate to social media and deeper learning? What are the implications for your classroom or school?

3) Are there any strategies or activities from video #1, that you can use to promote deeper learning in your own classroom? Please cite a specific example and explain how you would modify the strategy or activity for use in your own classroom.

4) We welcome you to comment on your colleagues’ responses.