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=LEVEL 5 ACTIVITY= == =Welcome! You are at Level 5 (Expansion) on the LoTi Framework. At this level the use of technology in the classroom is robust and expanding. Collaborations extending beyond the classroom are employed for authentic student problem-solving and issues resolution. Emphasis is placed on learner-centered strategies that promote personal goal setting and self-monitoring, student action, and collaborations with other diverse groups (e.g., another school, different cultures, business establishments, governmental agencies) using the available digital assets.=

Source: Moersch, C., Dr. //The LoTI Connection//. Retrieved from LoTI Inc. website: []

=Objectives:= =Activities:=
 * The teacher will create a partnership with another class outside of the district and develop a plan for online collaboration using advanced technology tools.
 * The teacher will develop a unit of instruction that allows students to collaborate online with peers in another district or professionals in any related field.
 * The teacher will showcase his work for parents, faculty and staff in his/her building.
 * You will first need to familiarize yourself with online technology colaboration tools.
 * WikisWhat is a wiki?
 * BlogWhat is a blog?
 * ChatWhat is a chat room?
 * Skype What is Skype?
 * In collaboration with the instructor, choose a unit in your curriculum that will be well suited for the use of online collaboration tools.
 * Develop a draft plan detailing how you intend to incorporate these technology skills into the curriculum and discuss with the instructor. Focus on developing an infrastructure that will support **independent** online contact between your students and others outside of HenHud.
 * Revise the plan as needed and write the full unit.
 * Implement the unit with your students.
 * Depending on what tools you use, post the content online on your teacher website.
 * Write a Press Release or article for Soundings describing your unit, lessons learned, and showcasing student achievement. Submit for publication.