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How do you change the way you teach? It is a slow process but it is possible. When a new curriculum is implemented how to you integrate it? When a new pedagogy is doing the rounds even if it is a rebranded old idea how do you implement it? Should you adopt every idea?  Goals! What are your goals, both personally and for your class? This question can't be completely be answered until you know your class, your school, your parents. What are your professional goals? After reviewing your personal, professional goals and those of your school community write them down. Mine are: Continual growth and learning for my students and myself Enjoyment of learning and relationships Real life learning for students Academic improvement Research Now you have your goals consider the different pedagogical styles and how they might help you achieve your goals? There are so many pedagogical styles and educational theories. How do you know which one is right? Many of the teachi...

The hardest part of integrating technology is thinking of the project ideas. Here are 5 resources to help with integrating technology and still cover your educational outcomes. Use ScratchJr.com . ScratchJr can be used to create animations to illustrate stories, concepts and create games to demonstrate knowledge. Webinar on teaching algorithms with  Scratch Jr   Use Beebots Beebots can be used to teach simple algorithms and content simultaneously. Algorithms are a series of ordered steps the BEEBOT must follow. Beebots can be used to teach position, left, right, back, forward or a more complicated activity might include grid references (A1 to F8) and cartesian plane or compass directions. The topic of the mat could also mean you are covering money, alphabet, shapes or flash cards used with a clear mat. How to use Beebots video . Micro:bits Micro:bits can be used to address digital technology outcomes specifically or integrated into other areas of study. T...