Looking for tools to assist you with providing 21st Century Skills? This extensive resource for educators provides information on blogging, teaching resources, computer troubleshooting, ESL, software tutorials, and free online courses just to name a few! The mission of the West Virginia Center for Professional Development is to advance the quality of teaching and management in the schools of West Virginia through (1) the implementation of statewide training, professional staff development, and technical assistance programs and practices to assure the highest quality in such teaching and management; and (2) the provision of technical and other assistance and support to regional and local education agencies in identifying and providing high quality professional staff development and training programs and implementing best practices to meet their locally identified needs. From Classroom to Classroom the 21st Century Guide for New Teachers website is designed as a tool to help both the mentor and the new teacher redefine what their relationship, communication, and classroom might look like in the 21st century. This informative website developed by "The Futures Channel" explores real world careers in math and science. Watch videos and learn more about career paths students may find interesting. This site was designed by teachers to assist colleagues in planning and delivering effective 21st century instruction in West Virginia Classrooms. It enables educators to quickly access 21st Century Content Standards, Learning Skills and Technology Tools for WV Schools, as well as other resources that exemplify rigorous and relevant instructional design and delivery. The Solution Site is filled with K-12, hands-on, problem based thematic units with real world relevance. Invite your students to apply 21st Century skills and tools in your classroom everyday by incorporating lessons from The Solution Site into your teaching. |