Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Professional Online Community

I joined the edweek.org online chat forum and news letter. This site is great for educators interested in local, state and national news and issues from preschool to 12th grade. I found this community helpful and intriguing because it focuses on topics that relate to everyday experiences in my life. I found reading transcipts of recent webinars very helpful because I don't usually have time to participate in live chats. This site gives you the opportunity to post questions that are discussed by leading experts in their particular fields. Often, webinars focus on technology, state policies and books of special interest to educators. I look forward to seeing what the next topic of discussion will be. To view current, or past forums and participate in discussions, scroll down under community. Enjoy!

Monday, March 30, 2009

Internet Resources

Being a PE teacher, coach and athlete, I've discovered many helpful resources in the health and fitness realm.
When I need fresh ideas for lessons plans, review standards/rules, or just want to keep up with what's happening in my field, I navigate these sites to add to my schema.
Listed below are several of my favorites I frequent.

http://www.pecentral.org/
http://www.pecentral.org/adapted/adaptedmenu.html
http://www.apens.org/
http://www.mrgym.com/
http://www.humankinetics.com/
http://www.aahperd.org/
http://www.teachpe.com/
www.4skills.com/

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Digital Story

Jimi and Mary Able's Journey

This story is designed to highlight various instances in United States history relating to the disability movement. The main character in the story, Jimi Able, was born in 1938, the same year President Roosevelt established the March of Dimes. The story follows the Able family and outlines historic moments that have improved the quality of life for many people. Jimi’s mother and father go through many changes throughout the story.
In the end, they realize having a child with a disability can be a very normal experience, especially with the help of a society that treats all people as important individuals.

Story Rubric
Story Map
Story Script
YouTube Video