Logan: Chapter 8 RR

Some ways to ways to build connections and branch out beyond the classroom an be the use of digital tools. This makes it easier for students to share their work and exchange questions and ideas with a diverse audience, including family members and peers, local community members, and even across state lines. Knowing that others will be reading, watching, listening, and commenting can be a powerful motivator.
The EAST Initiative network of schools has been demonstrating the benefits of technology for a real purpose. The EAST model is built on four essential ideas, student driven learning, authentic project-based learning, technology as a tool, and collaboration. Another critical component is training and support for the teachers, as they take on the role as facilitator.
Having students lead their project is a crucial aspect in PBL learning. Students have the comfort level of being the lead because they generated a project idea they care about. As the teacher we don’t have to micromanage each group or our class. They can start their own learning path and goals and the teacher should be there for support.
This chapter relates to my PBL project because it gives me more understanding and clarification as my role as a teacher and effective ways we can incorporate the community using technology.