SCORE is hosting a virtual convening on March 13, 2013 at 3:30 CDT with a panel of Tennessee educators to discuss how technology can be used to transform teaching and learning. The interactive event will be live streamed to allow educators from across the state to participate in the discussion and contribute their diverse perspectives [...]
Save the date for the DEN Spring VirtCon on April 20. Play along with DEN March Madness as 16 of your favorite tools to use with Discovery Education face off. Join us for some terrific virtual events like a Google Hangout with Kathy Schrock, a virtual field trip to an egg farm, and a science [...]
This is Shelby Bailey, a new STAR Discovery Educator from Missouri. She’s been accepted to attend the DEN Summer Institute July 14-19 in Burlington, VT. Here’s her DEN story: Tell us yours. The main portion of this year’s application is a short (unedited) video that t ells your DEN story. We want to know about [...]
This is Kim Miller, a DEN Leadership Council Member from Idaho. She’s been accepted to attend the DEN Summer Institute July 14-19 in Burlington, VT. Here’s her DEN story: Tell us yours. The main portion of this year’s application is a short (unedited) video that t ells your DEN story. We want to know about you [...]
This is Jeremy Badiner from Michigan. He’s been accepted to attend the DEN Summer Institute July 14-19 in Burlington, VT. Here’s his DEN story: Tell us yours. The main portion of this year’s application is a short (unedited) video that t ells your DEN story. We want to know about you and why you are part [...]
This is Zulma Whiteford, STAR Discovery Educator from Maryland. She’s going to the DEN Summer Institute July 14-19 in beautiful Burlington, VT. She’s on the DEN Leadership Council too, so she’s joining us for a special DENSI PreCon on July 12 and 13 too! Here’s her DEN story: Tell us yours. The main portion of this [...]
Lea Anne Daughrity is a DENvisory Board member from Texas. She’ll be at the DEN Summer Institute and would like to meet you there. Here’s a special message from her. The DEN Summer Institute has been scheduled for July 14-19 at the University of Vermont in Burlington, VT. The main portion of this year’s application is a [...]
This week, learn about three new community initiated projects: DENvice, #DENchat, and The DEN Zone. Don’t miss the free webinars and virtual field trips happening this week like a visit to the Discovery Channel Telescope and Google’s Doodle World. We’re also announcing who was accepted this week to the DEN Summer Institute. Be sure to [...]
This is Alison Schleede, STAR Discovery Educator from Mooresville, NC. She’s going to the DEN Summer Institute July 14-19 in beautiful Burlington, VT. She’s on the DEN Leadership Council too, so she’s joining us for a special DENSI PreCon on July 12 and 13 too! Here’s her DEN story: Tell us yours. The main portion of [...]
I’ll go ahead and confess that I have not seen “Pitch Perfect” so the Cup Song made popular there and then covered many times over on YouTube didn’t hit my radar until this week. Here’s the short history: 1937 Mainers Mountaineers released “Miss Me When I’m Gone” 2009 Lulu and the Lampshades posted their “Cups” [...]
This came across my Twitter feed today, a great video of Steve Dembo’s keynote presentation at AzTEA Unconference. I hope you’ll enjoy it as much as I did! Be sure to tell him you watched and learned by clicking those “Like” and “Tweet” below.
This is Edie Erickson, STAR Discovery Educator from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. She’s going to the DEN Summer Institute July 14-19 in beautiful Burlington, VT. Here’s her DEN story: Tell us yours. The main portion of this year’s application is a short (unedited) video that t ells your DEN story. We want to know about you and [...]
This week, we’re introducing the DEN Connects theme for February and March, telling you about several LIVE streamed events for classrooms, and sharing several opportunities for your students to win amazing prizes. We’re also announcing who was accepted this week to the DEN Summer Institute. Be sure to apply for your chance to attend. [...]
Our good friend Buddy Bison from National Park Trust (NPT) is hosting the Kids to Parks Day School Contest to help teachers engage their students with their local parks. This national contest is open to all schools across the U.S. and in the U.S. territories. Students can submit proposals for a Kids to Parks (KTP) event [...]
I love the DEN because it keeps me in the loop. There is so much that we can learn from one another, and I’m so grateful for all the folks who spend time enthusiastically sharing what they have learned or tried and had success with – so that other educators and their students can benefit, [...]
My love affair with the DEN began over 7 years ago when Brad Fountain was at our school for professional development, and told us about this “new” network of educators. Since then this whirlwind romance has taken me to exotic places such as Silver Spring, San Francisco, Boston, San Diego, Bozeman…….I have been showered with [...]
I love the DEN for allowing me to network with educators who are collaborative, creative, talented, fun, and make me feel respected and valued. I love the DEN for all of the resources available to help me be a more collaborative, creative, talented and fun educator! If you are on the DEN Leadership Council, you [...]
Florida STAR Discovery Educator and member of the DEN Leadership Council, Cheryl Woolwine asked me to post her #DENlovestory for her. If you are on the DEN Leadership Council, you have access to post a blog right here. Tell your story about why you love the DEN. If you aren’t, you can add a comment [...]
NavySTEMfortheClassroom.com provides unique STEM educational opportunities for high school students, introducing them to exciting curriculum that sparks interest and enthusiasm for STEM. The program will introduce STEM concepts (such as engineering, biomedical, electronics, technology, etc.) through engaging curriculum and interactive tools and will create the connection between individual student interests and relevant career choices (for example: If you are interested [...]
I love the DEN because it has allowed me to grow as a professional and gain confidence. I work at a Catholic school that is run by a parish. You can imagine how small my world is! The DEN has given me the opportunity to collaborate with other teachers from around the country and and [...]
I love the DEN because of all the opportunities it gives me to connect with other educators that are passionate about learning, students, and technology. I also love the DEN because it supports teachers in their endeavor to try new technology in the classroom. Most of all I love the DEN for giving teachers opportunity [...]
The DEN Summer Institute #DENSI2013 application window is open. STAR Discovery Educators far and wide are invited to submit an application to attend the week long event in Burlington, VT this July. Here’s a little counter just to help you remember just when the fun begins! COUNTDOWN WEBSITE Other Important Dates February 1 DENSI2013 Application Window [...]
“Work is love made visible.” Kahlil Gibran For my work with the DEN, there is no truer statement. Everyday, when I come to work, I do so with a heart full of love for every single member of this community. I even catch myself signing emails to community members “Love, P”. A few weeks ago, [...]
This week, find out where you can meet up with the DEN on tour for DENapalooza 2013, apply to attend the DEN Summer Institute, and share your expertise as a DEN Guru. Check out the DEN’s new podcast, a great hangout with the Google doodle team, and a virtual field trip to the Discovery Channel [...]
The DEN community is full of talent. Every STAR has his/her own special talents, skills, and passion for utilizing digital content across the curriculum. We want to continue to provide opportunities for STARs to share their knowledge with the community so we established the DEN Guru program. DEN Gurus are STAR Discovery Educators who possess [...]
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