Service Learning Featured in ASCD Update

The December 2001 ASCD Update included a message from ASCD Executive Director Gene Carter regarding service learning. In the message entitled “Service Learning: A Powerful Way to Engage Students in Learning” Carter made the point that in a rapidly changing world students need a new kind of education, one that includes “meaningful community work.” He . . . → Read More: Service Learning Featured in ASCD Update

Service-Learning in the New ESEA Legislation

Subject: Service-Learning in the new ESEA legislation

This recently came from SeaNet, the association for state service-learning coordinators.

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Using Technology to Teach

Welcome to Using Technology to Teach. Our intent is to provide a forum for teachers and others who have experience using various forms of technology in their instruction to trade ideas and resources. We hope to attract novices, as well, to share their frustrations and triumphs. In the beginning we will merge all of these . . . → Read More: Using Technology to Teach

How Futuristic are You?

The following was found in FUTURE UPDATE NEWSLETTER:

The Vision Center for Futures Creation in Goteborg, Sweden, has developed an online test of your “futures” personality.

The Futures Styles Inventory is a tool for helping individuals assess their beliefs and actions “when it comes to handling fast-paced change and the future,” says director Natalie Dian.

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