Unleashing creativity and collaboration with iPads

When the district implemented a one-to-one learning environment that provided iPads to all grades K-8, the goal was to ensure that technology was used to engage, enhance and extend student learning. This initiative is modeled after a framework developed by Liz Kolb, called “Learning First, Technology Second.”

There are some pretty cool things going on in the classroom that we are excited to share with you today. Instructional Technology Coordinator Judi Epcke and Instructional technology coach Kristin Cash will provide an overview of the initiative, and then we will visit with 4th-grade students to share their projects and hear from teachers Joanna Wsol at Westmoor School and Jamie Flood at Meadowbrook School to talk about how technology has enhanced, engaged and extended student learning.

More about Northbrook District 28
Northbrook School District 28 is a distinguished PK-8 school district located approximately 20 miles northwest of Chicago, near the heart of downtown Northbrook. We serve approximately 1,800 students across three elementary schools (grades K-5) and one junior high school (grades 6-8). Northbrook 28 also serves our youngest learners with an innovative early childhood program located within Westmoor School. Upon graduation from Northbrook Junior High, our students attend Glenbrook North High School. Visit: www.northbrook28.net.

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