Ep 21 Global Learning Gallery, NECC Afterglow & Ed Gragert (iEARN)
Ep 21 Global Learning Gallery, NECC Afterglow & Ed Gragert (iEARN)
Interview with Ed Gragert, Exec. Director iEARN www.iearn.org
Bright with the afterglow of the NECC 2008 conference, hosts Kathy and Mark provide some short salient insights and then bring our listeners a compelling interview with Ed Gragert, Executive Director of iEARN.org. In 20 years, the International Education and Resource Network has grown to include over 20,000 schools and organizations, over 1 million students in 115 countries. Listen in as we discuss the mission, vision and impact of this educational global collaborative project between classrooms and schools around the world.
Any school can propose an iEARN project and participate for a small fee. This vibrant program develops dynamic experiences in global citizenry that promises to change the lives of everyone involved. If you know iEARN enjoy this update on their work. If you don’t, listen and beat a quick virtual path to their website to consider getting involved! Resources, articles, tips on conference goodies and much more in Teachers’ Podcast episode 21!
Article referred to
* E-school News article NECC:
* 5 ways to be Advocates of Change NECC image
Resources
* NECC Conference site – www.iste.org/necc
* Tuesday morning keynote: Jim Carleton & Mali Bickley
download podcast version to hear
* iCUE
* www.icue.org
* Teachers’ Podcast episode about iCUE – Episode18
GUEST INTERVIEW:
ED GRAGERT, Executive Director, iEARN
* iEARN
* http://www.iearn.org
* http://media.iearn.org
* http://OF2.iearn.org
* Article about Ed Gragert: Named in TOP 12 Educational Innovators by Lucas Foundation
* “The Daring Dozen”
* iEARN Descriptions in the NECC Conference Program
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Environment Projects Make a World of Difference Add to Planner
[Poster: Global Gallery]
Diane Midness, iEARN USA with Rowena Gerber and Ed Gragert
Sunday, 6/29/2008, 7:00pm–9:00pm; HGCC Tower View Lobby, Table: 29
More than two million youth in iEARN connect to make a difference. Many of them do this through environmental projects showcased here.
Going Digital Worldwide: Projects Using Digital Media Add to Planner
[Poster: Global Gallery]
Diane Midness, iEARN USA with Deborah Anderson and Losira Okelo
Sunday, 6/29/2008, 7:00pm–9:00pm; HGCC Tower View Lobby, Table: 31
iEARN digital storytelling develops self-esteem and fosters greater cross-cultural appreciation and respect and helps young people understand that they are active and positive participators in society.
International Networking Reception Add to Planner
[Social Events: Reception]
Camilla Gagliolo, Arlington Public Schools/ISTE with Ralph Leonard
Sunday, 6/29/2008, 3:15pm–4:15pm; HGCC Global Connections Lounge
Welcome our guests from around the world at this international reception! Come network, meet colleagues, hear about international initiatives, and enjoy! Hosted by ISTE’s International Committee and sponsored by iEARN, Oracle Education Foundation, and TakingITGlobal.org
SAA105 21st-Century Worldwide Collaboration: International Project-Based Learning
[Workshop: Hands-on] Sold Out!
Diane Midness, iEARN USA with Rowena Gerber, Freda Goodman and Losira Okelo
iEARN (International Education Resource Network) will present opportunities for teachers and students to collaborate internationally on cross-curricular projects in a safe and culturally diverse community. (contains Commercial Content)
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