The Classroom of the Future Foundation welcomes you to a discussion about Enhancing Student Engagement.
This initiative continues to evolve and grow. The impetus came from early discussions with Superintendent Lis Johnson of the Santee School District where CFF was introduced to their work on project-based learning. There seemed to be some power in the notion of facilitating teacher collaboration among classroom teachers who were adapting their instructional practices after attending the UCLA SEEDS program. Perhaps something local could grow out of the Santee innovation.
Adding the experience and relationships that CFF had with two other geographically nearby districts in Lemon Grove and Cajon Valley, the scene was set for Superintendents Ernie Anastos and Janice Cook to consider ways to foster teacher collaboration. These districts had worked with CFF on expanding the use of classroom technology through their respective programs One-to-One Academy @ Home and School and the e-Connection program.
A key event took place in December 2008 when teachers, principals and district staff toured five schools in the three districts. Look for separate discussion threads for each of those district visits. We encourage you to add your reflections on those visits, what impressed you, what surprised you, and perhaps what you will take away to try on your own.
Cheers
Rick