Rethinking Learning for the 21st Century
Written by Erin Orourke
Lately, I have been thinking a lot about GAfe vs Office 365, as it is a hot topic of discussion within our tech integration team and some adminstrators at our school. There are many CIS schools using Google Apps, and I’m trying to figure out how my school can maintain a hybrid system using both Google Apps and […]
Written by Erin Orourke
Well…it’s certainly been awhile since I’ve posted, but I guess a 6-month sabbatical from blogging isn’t too bad. I literally feel like I’m just getting back to the idea of working after the summer break…it’s been 11 weeks?! Anyways, my latest inspiration has had two sources – my amazing group of 14-15 year old women […]
Written by Erin Orourke
So here it is…a synthesis of my experience with the Cohort 21 group this year! Can’t believe it’s over soon![youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hV3C5syguM0[/youtube]
Written by Erin Orourke
I’m pretty tired right now, so can’t think of anything clever to write…look at that pathetic post title. 🙂 Immediate next steps are: Connect with our Head of Curriculum to get the data she has collected about trends in students taking comp sci at our school. Connect with our guidance department to get data about […]
Written by Erin Orourke
Yup…I just made a Sherlock Holmes reference (S2, E2). It was only a matter of time, considering my unhealthy obsession with the show. Now bear with me…my mind is making a connection here. Since my last post (too long ago), I have had a good run with promoting computer science with our students. We had […]
Written by Erin Orourke
Over the last year, I have become “fired up” about the gender gap of women entering into STEM careers. This is a direct result of our schools failing young women in providing educational opportunities and inspiration into these industries. I see this first hand at our school, where the programming course is not even being […]
Written by Erin Orourke
Well…we are coming up to the next F2F and I have guiltily been unable to stay on top of the Cohort 21 expectations. I can’t believe this is only my second post! Anyways, I have enjoyed using the Cohort 21 tools in my work at school. I helped guide the Grade 11 English teachers with […]
Written by Erin Orourke
Wow! What an amazing day! I have gone from a Twitter observer to a Twitter advocate in a day! My former colleagues have always touted how amazing Twitter can be for professional learning, and now I see how impactful it can be. I’m really looking forward to this connected network we are now a part […]
Written by Erin Orourke
Welcome to Cohort 21 Cohort 21. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start blogging! Cohort 21 is a unique professional development opportunity open to teachers and school leaders who are seeking to build a learning network amongst CIS Ontario member schools. The Cohort 21 community will be built on a foundation […]
