Thursday, January 26, 2012

The future of the textbook

All I can say is Wow! The prototype of the new Apple textbooks are absolutely amazing. These mixed media experiences give students so much more information presented in so many different ways that they will drastically change the landscape of our classrooms in the next few years. I am so glad we have already integrated iPads into all our Elementary classes and cannot wait to see what our ever eager students will do with the new e texts.
iPAD eTexts

August to June Documentary

On Feb. 16 th at Chan Auditorium on the UAH campus at 6:30 pm, Country Day and our Foundation, Foundation for Educational Progress, will bring the much herald film about the daily life in an excellent classroom to the Huntsville community. I was so touched by the wise teacher shown in her classroom helping her students learn and grow as the year progressed. You can not watch this film and not want this kind of opportunity for your child and for all children in our country. It encapsulated educating the whole child to develop intellect, as well as character, empathy, as well as critical thinking, creativity, as well as perseverance. Why can't this be a reality for all students in all schools? It is a question worth pondering. Please join us to view this film and participate in the discussions following.

AUGUST TO JUNE: Brining Life to School
AUGUST TO JUNE Trailer