NMC Report Notes

-flipped classrooms gaining popularity: students gain knowledge on their own time and put it into practice during class time
-shift to deeper learning (suicide prevention, the arts, etc.)
-open educational resources: free sharing of knowledge/ information
-hybrid learning designs: incorporates physical and virtual learning methods,  classroom time used for collaboration and online time used for individual learning
-NUI: helpful for teachers in using technology in the classroom, games give students motivation to learn online, improve literacy skills
-creative classroom settings: nontraditional classrooms and lessons provide more individualized/ student centered approaches to education
-major focus on individualized learning
-authentic learning: push for classroom learning to mimic real life experience, greater preparedness for college/ the work force, vocational learning  and apprenticeships
-computational thinking: involves critical thinking about data, abstractions, models, etc.
-teaching computer programming to younger elementary students
-development of new laws to keep student data secure as technology changes
-use of personal devices on the classroom--allows personalized use of technology, personal programs, apps
-cloud computing: promotes collaboration
-gaming: promotes collaboration, teaches design/ spacial elements
-learning analytics: data about student behaviors, track progress, behaviors, preparedness
-wearable technology: used for lab safety, enhances field trip learning,