Writing grant applications over the years, I collected a nice graveyard of dead grants. Partially, my limitation at the time was the lack of grant sources that really fit our needs. Finding good sources for grants can help keep your grants out of Grant’s Tomb. Tech and Learning has a great website that lists grants [...]
The term “Web 2.0″ seems to encompass a host of resources that educators have embraced to communicate and collaborate. And when students are given opportunities to use these tools to share information or to express themselves, the results can be amazing. Many members of the DEN have used Glogster EDU in their classroom. Glogster is [...]
As the blog coordinator for the SC DEN, I have lots of opportunities to meet and network with some of the finest educators in the “techno-world.” This week, I am a participant in the Discovery Educator Network’s Leadership Council Symposium. Along with other LC members across the nation, I have been learning about best practices [...]
Tech educators from all over came together in Denver, Colorado for ISTE 2010 (formerly NECC) from June 27 – June 30. As one of the biggest technology conferences in the states, attendees were guaranteed opportunities to learn and network with innovative leaders in the field of technology and education. And just as important as the [...]
Each and every school year, DEN educators offer professional growth opportunities online that promote teaching and learning. In addition to the wonderful team with DEN, they have brought us sessions with some of the most respected individuals that the world of Discovery has to offer: from best-selling authors like Daniel Pink to environmental icons, like [...]
It’s summer, but that doesn’t mean learning has to end. For a lot of educators, this is a great time to attend workshops without the added stress of classroom or office work hanging overhead. Whether you are online or in-person, there are a lot of opportunities to learn and grow as a professional in education [...]
As summer approaches, it’s time to pack up your room or office until the next school year. But make things easier on yourself by being prepared! Does any of this sound familiar? “Now where did I put those whiteboard markers?” “Password…password…maybe it’s this one?” “What was the name of that website with that cool activity [...]
If you didn’t get to make it out to the SC DEN day of Geocaching in downtown Charleston, we’ve got some pictures to share! Thanks so much to the DEN members who joined us on May 22nd, and to those who shared their photos. We can’t wait to see what’s in store for next year. [...]
The SC LC wants to thank the DEN members who came out to meet us at Charleston’s Water Front Park on Saturday, May 22nd. Please send pictures to Donna, Amy or Jessica, and we will share them on the blog. We’ll be posting pics later this week, so stay tuned! In the meantime, what are [...]
The new Discovery Educator Network site is now live with a sleek clean updated look. Check it out at http://community.discoveryeducation.com/. Summer is a great time to engage in some professional develop and Discovery has some good choices. Check the Professional Development section for interactive and courses for credit options. To receive the monthly e-newsletters from [...]
On Saturday May 22, your SC Leadership Council wants YOU to join us for a day of geocaching fun in historic downtown Charleston! Last year’s geocaching day was a great time for learning and meeting DEN members and STARS from all over the state at West Columbia’s Riverwalk. So not to disappoint those of us [...]
May 11, 2010 Changing Tools for Changing Times Conference Schedule: 7:30-8:45 Registration/Vendor Hall open 9:00-9:45 Keynote Presentation 10:00-11:45 Breakout Sessions 11:45-1:00 Lunch Break (Lunch& Learn Sessions from 12:00-1:00) 1:15-2:00 Breakout Sessions 3:15-3:45 Closing Session and Great Door Prizes! Wireless connectivity is available. For more information For registration
Greenville will host its annual Upstate Technology Conference (UTC) again this year. UTC is a free conference for educators that is held in the beautiful upstate. Join SC ETV as they sponsor this year’s keynote speaker, none other than Discovery Education’s Hall Davidson. On June 22nd and 23rd, the UTC staff will bring together some [...]
Two Texas DEN Stars are featured in broadcasts: On Earth Day, Elaine Plybon was featured in a podcast with Steve Katz and LiveBinders. The podcast archive can be found HERE. Elaine was also featured in March on a Discovery Educator Network Shining STARs webinar, where she talked about the transition to a paperless classroom. On April [...]
Continue celebrating Earth Day with the series Planet Earth now available from the iTunes store. Climb mountains, trek through jungles, get up close with animals and more in this wonderful series. Each episode is $2.99 with the whole series available for $19.90, $29.90 for HD. Just open the iTunes store and search in TV seasons [...]
As the school year winds to an end [Don't start dancing yet...we said WINDS to an end!], educators in SC are beginning to prepare students for end of term assessments. This can be a stressful time of year for both teachers and students, but it doesn’t have to be! We all know that learning never [...]
Time to represent South Carolina! The DEN is getting geared up for the Spring and we are looking for a creative way to visually tell the DEN story. We looked to our DEN Guru for Professional Networking, Lee Kolbert. We decided that we wanted to map out the reach of the DEN and found a [...]
Here are some important dates that you will want to remember. Keep checking the blog as we post updated information! April 12 is the deadline for the DEN summer institute. The institute for all DEN Stars is July 19-23, at Bentley University in Waltham, MA (outside of Boston). Need more information? Read the National Blog. [...]
Thanks to all of the wonderful folks at ETV and Discovery Education for yet ANOTHER fantastic series of workshops. The fun and collaboration don’t have to end there, though! Did you learn about a great new website? Is there a cool new app you just can’t wait to use in your classroom or school? Please [...]
You don’t have to be Irish to find gold…our SC DEN is bringing you a golden opportunity! Starting tomorrow and continuing until Friday, March 19, ETV kicks off their free technology workshops in Columbia for educators throughout SC. As soon as you arrive, don’t forget to check-in for your goodies and let everyone know you’re [...]
One of the great things about the Discovery Educator Network is that it’s comprised of educators from all walks of life- educators who have taught for two years all the way to twenty-two years or beyond! As educational trends come and go, it is the educator who must continuously adapt to new innovations. And as [...]
Registration for the SCETV workshops being held March 17-19, is now open! Don’t miss this great opportunity to attend fantastic and free staff development. Visit the StreamlineSC website to register. Planning for a DEN STAR event during the workshops is underway and more information will be available soon. You definitely don’t want to miss the [...]
Discovery Education and the Texas DEN Leadership Council proudly present a Day of Discovery at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum on Tuesday, February 9, 2010. This Day of Discovery will provide Texas educators and welcomed guests with an exciting and enriching day of professional development focused on creative ways to engage your students [...]
Discovery Education’s first Science conference takes place this weekend! This Saturday, January 9th, join science educators across North America and attend SCIcon 2010. Several lucky folks may be able to attend a local event, but EVERYONE can be there virtually. Here is just a taste of what you will find at SCIcon2010: Change the Present, [...]
Happy New Year from your SC DEN Leadership Council! We all hope that you are looking forward to a year packed full of professional growth and development opportunities, as well as chances to meet and greet with your fellow DEN mates. It’s common knowledge that the best educators are lifelong learners, but keeping up with [...]
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