Musings

I checked the website and did not see a topic assigned for the week.  I'm not sure if we're required to do this...I'll just post some random thoughts.
First, I have enjoyed this class.  It has been well organized and practical.  Not a waste of time...a class worthy of my time that has positively impacted my professional practices.  I wish this class occurred earlier in the program.
Last week I had the opportunity to visit the Gwinnett School of Science, Math, and Technology.  It was interesting on many levels.  First, the technology is first rate...every class has two projectors and screens that can be seen from any angle, seat in the class.  The most interesting concept I heard about was the "flip" model of instruction.  Instructors are having students listen/watch lectures for homework and come into class and actually "work" math problems or physics,etc. problems.  The teachers have seen an increase in test scores and student interaction/engagement.  The lower performing students are the ones benefitting the most.  Those students are listening/watching lectures many times before attempting the work.
I love this idea!  I think it is a model more teachers need to try...turn education on its head!