21st Century Strands & Strategies
Chapter: Strands & Strategies: Deep Dive
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Communication
Technology integration into communication includes all processes for online
communication/production/access both synchronous and asynchronous among all
stakeholders. Co-director of the National Writing Project Elyse Eidman-Aadahl describes
how the craft of storytelling is evolving, as new digital tools and communications
technologies enable connections for content creators around the globe.
Source: Elyse Eidman-Aadahl on Writing in the Digital Age (Big Thinkers Series) uploaded
on
by Edutopia
Connections
Purposefully select communication technology tools that support the intended
outcomes. Examples of communication technology tools include:
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Surveys
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Google Apps: for asynchronous/blended instruction and collaborative
communication
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Gradespeed/ASPEN: for a communication platform to include posting of
resources and customized message on grade reports
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Email: for student email (Gaggle) parent distribution
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Websites: for school website, Google Apps, YouTube
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Social Media: for Google Apps, Facebook
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Video Teleconference: for DoDEA Telepresence Systems
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Web Conferencing: for Defense Connect Online (DCO)
