21st Century Classroom

1. The 21st Century Classroom
Denise Burtch Hardman
Collaboration
Communication
Networked
Interactive
Engaging
Information literacy
Technology
Critical Thinking
Global Awareness Self-Direction
image courtesy of www.dailycamera.com -High-tech well before highschool

2. Digital Tools in the 21st Century Classroom
Technology is a key component of the 21st century classroom. The ideal classroom is equipped with
the following digital tools:
● smart board
● class set of IPads
● class set of Macbooks
● social networking tools
● document camera
● web camera
● video conferencing systems
● e-readers
● mobile devices
● web 2.0 tools
image courtesy of www.edutopia.org Digital Tools to Connect Local Schools

3. Why technology is an essential part of the
21st Century Classroom?
The 21st Century student is a global learner.
Technology allows students to interact with other
learners around the globe through social networks and
web cameras and video conferencing systems. Students
can share work through network systems and view other
students work from around the world. Instead of learning
from textbooks, students can talk to real exports by web
cam or watch streamlined news events as they are
happening. Technology also allows students to pursue
their own inquiry based projects and be accountable for
their own learning. According to the Oracle Education
Foundation- The Seven C’s of 21st Century Learning
are; Critical Thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, Cross-
Cultural Understanding, Computing & ICT Literacy, and
Career & Lifelong Learning. Technology plays an
important role as a means to gain these Lifelong Skills.
image courtesy of www.jf20.wikispaces.com A few of
my facourite Cool Tools for the 21st Century
Classroom

4. image courtesy of www.rockyview.ab.ca Rocky View Schools

5. Ways that Ipads support learning
in the 21st Century Classroom
A student in the
21st Century
Classroom would
use a variety of
apps on a daily basis
on their Ipad to
explore, generate,
collaborate and
share their learning.
Apps such as Skype
allow students to
connect globally
with exports in fields
such as authors of
novels. Students can
show their learning
creatively using
apps such as Comic
Life, Show Me, and
iMovie.
Subsequently,
students can then
use Dropbox to save
their projects in an
icloud for others to
view.

6. The Physical Layout of the 21st Century Classroom
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In order to facilitate collaboration and communication, the 21st Century classroom has a classroom
layout that is student centered as opposed to the 20th century model which was teacher centered.
Furniture is arranged in small groupings that allow for easy discussion and collaboration. Instead of
the teacher being the center of attention at the front of the room the teacher facilitates learning
throughout the room.

7. Furniture in the 21st Century Classroom
Learning in the 21st Century Classroom is
“in the moment”. To facilitate a learning
space that accommodates for instant
collaboration, communication, reflection,
and creativity, the learning space must be
able to change and adapt easily and
quickly. Therefore, the furniture in the
21st century classroom must be flexible
and easy to maneuver. The chairs should
be on wheels and easy to move to allow
for small group discussions or large group
meetings and reporting. There will
modular table that are easy to push
together quickly for larger group
collaborations or separate for individual
reflection.
image courtesy of 360.steelcase.com - Innovation enters the Classroom
image courtesy of sefnj.org
The 21st Century Classroom

8. Environmental Sustainability in the Design of
the 21st Century Classroom
The 21st Century Classroom should be
build according to environmental design
principles. Environmental educator David
Orr lists the following principles of a
“green classroom”
● sensors that open and close the
windows based on external
temperatures and weather
conditions.
● rooftop design that collects rainwater
that is recycled throughout the
building
● solar panels to generate some of the
energy required
● carpet tiles made from recycled
materials
image courtesy of NJ watersavers
njwatersavers.rutgers.edu
Rain Barrels
collecting water
image courtesy of eaglemat.com
Carpet Tiles made
from recycled
rubber tires

9. The role of the teacher in the 21st Century
Classroom?
The 21st Century Classroom teacher is a
“facilitator” of learning rather than a
deliverer of knowledge. In 20th century
classrooms, teachers used mainly a
“stand and deliver” direct method of
instruction where students were passive
listeners and the learning focus was the
content of the information. In the 21st
century, teachers have moved away from
teacher-centered learning toward student-
centered learning in a more of a “guides
on the side” role facilitating project based
learning of students. The learning focus
the the 21st century classroom is more on
the process rather than content. Teachers
help engage, discuss, inquire, and
question students on their learning.
Image courtesy of allthingslearning.com -Tony Gurr
Image courtesy of www.lemonfroglearning.com -What is the 21st
Century Teacher?

10. Using the “Flipped Classroom” model of
teaching in the 21st Century Classroom
The 21st Century Classroom will use the “flipped
classroom” model to teach some subjects.
Subjects such as Math & Science work well with
this model of teaching. The teacher makes a
video of the lesson he/she would normally teach
during class time and uploads the video to a
class website. Here the students will watch the
lesson prior to class and then classtime is used
for applying the knowledge. The teacher is free
to work one on one with students or small groups
and students have more opportunity to ask the
teacher questions. This model makes learning
more personal for students as students who have
difficulty with the concept can review the online
video for better understanding using a personal
mobile device and students can go at their own
speed and learn more independently. With the
Flipped Classroom Model, Class Time is used for
active problem solving and learning.
image courtesy of ileighanne.wordpress.com “Isn’t the Flipped Classroom Just
Blended Learning?”

11. How student learning is demonstrated in the
21st Century Classroom
Learning in the 21st Century Classroom is
demonstrated through
● project-based learning
● inquiry projects
● genius hour
Learning is relevant and students are
exploring real world issues and problems.
Learning is hands-on and inquiry-based
initiated with a guiding question that
develops into collaborative research.
Student presentations of projects are
presentations of the learning not just of
the finished product. Technology is an
integral part of the project and guides
learning through allowing students to
connect with experts globally through
webcams and other web 2.0 tools.
image courtesy of The Global Genius Hour Project www.
geniushourproject.wikispaces.com

12. Students sharing learning through Social
Media in the 21st Century Classroom
Social Networking will play an instrumental role
in the 21st Century Classroom allowing students
to collaborate with students online and share
learning. Some of the ways students can share
learning through Web 2.0 tools are:
● class facebook page
● specialized class Twitter account to post
comments on class projects
● contributing to class blog
● designing class website and uploading
video presentations and projects
● global student social networks
Image courtesy of Educational Technology and Mobile
Learning - www.educatorstechnology.com
Image courtesy of geniusrecruiter.com

13. How learning is assessed in the 21st
Century Classroom?
In the 21st century classroom, student
assessment measures a student's learning and is
called Assessment for Learning or formative
assessment. Formative assessment focuses on
providing feedback during the journey of learning
and how the student can move their learning
forward, rather using summative assessment of
the previous century which tests isolated facts
relating to curriculum standards. Assessment for
Learning happens daily such as when teachers
check for understanding and is ongoing by
teachers, peers, and the student. The purpose of
student assessment is to improve student
learning by assessing what students are doing
well and what they can improve on. In formative
assessment, students would understand how
assessment works, would be involved in creating
rubrics, would learn methods to assess their
peers work and give meaningful feedback.
Likewise, students are able to assess their own
work as well as their own learning and set goals
to improve meaning and understanding for them.
image courtesy of educon21.wikispaces.com “Assessment and
Evaluation in the 21st Century Classroom”

14. References
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15. References
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