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Feedback Fuels Refinement
“Everything that can be counted does not necessarily count; everything that counts cannot necessarily be counted.” Albert Einstein Some people avoid evaluation, fearing less than satisfactory feedback. (It’s much like why some people avoid going to their doctor; they are … Continue reading
Posted in Evaluation, From David, From the Founder, Mentors, Students, Teachers
Tagged academic mentoring, Albert Einstein, authentic learning, Colorado, David Neils, Dr. Chance Lewis, educational excellence, evaluation, International Telementor Program, middle school science, Preston Middle School, project-based learning, Sylvan Dale Ranch, UNC Charlotte, University of North Carolina, web-based mentoring
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Preston Students Getting Wild!
Amy Schmer has never seen her class quite like this. Amy is a sixth-grade science teacher at Preston Middle School in Fort Collins, Colo., where she and her students are participating in a unique wildlife research project in conjunction with … Continue reading
Posted in Students, Teachers
Tagged Amy Schmer, authentic learning, bears, Colorado, David Neils, Fort Collins, International Telementor Program, Loveland Colorado, middle school science, mountain lions, Preston Middle School, project-based learning, science research, Sylvan Dale Ranch, Wildlife Project
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Getting ‘Authentic’
As a tip for educators, David Neils, director of the International Telementor Program, says projects that include the following elements will ensure that students are truly engaged, informed and connected to their learning and can experience what he distinguishes as … Continue reading
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Tagged authentic learning, authentic learning defined, David Neils, educational excellence, International Telementor Program, web-based mentoring
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How to Predict the Future? Invent It!
Palmer Tetley, an inventor and community volunteer, was recently called upon by North Dakota Governor Jack Dalrymple to present his anti-flood system to a team of civil engineers working to avert future catastrophes as occurred in Minot, N.D., last June, … Continue reading
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Tagged ColoradoFIRST volunteer, David Neils, International Telementor Program, middle school students, Minot ND flooding, North Dakota Governor, Palmer Tetley, Preston Middle School, student inventor
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Academic Growth
Ashley, a middle school student, recently wrote to her mentor, Brian, upon wrapping up a recent science project. “I just wanted to say thank you for everything,” writes Ashley. “I really appreciate all the ideas you gave me, especially in … Continue reading