thebookjam: BookJam blog: Here ya go, Kids... it's an Underwhelming Kindle - You are now a Digital School: The idea of using K... http://bit.ly/bRQfBA

The idea of using Kindles in classrooms across the country is already starting to manifest itself. And I gotta say, I think the kids are going to laugh the device out of the room.
Can we build a webquest on it? No. Can I hit up Google Lit Trip to get a better sense of t…

Secretary Duncan spoke by video teleconference to the National Alliance of Public Charter Schools. Watch the video of his remarks.

Rural school districts use funding from the Rural and Low-Income School program funds for technology, professional development, and instruction for low-income students, according to a new report.

Secretary Duncan hailed the enduring impact of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

thebookjam: BookJam blog: It doesn't take much to lose your edge... assuming you ever had one in the first place.: I've been b... http://bit.ly/buBAzr

I've been blogging less this summer. But reading more. Considering how the mathematics of educational logic function (more time reading + less time spent socially networking = greater intelligence), one could probably assume that I am now smarter, about to write with more keen and astute insight.
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thebookjam: The @alansitomer @thebookjam wins an AEP Distinguished Achievement Award! http://bit.ly/d0xVIb

ED and the Justice Department issued a joint letter reaffirming the agencies' commitment to ensuring that students with disabilities have equal access to emerging technologies in institutions of higher education.

"Bill Taylor was a consistent voice for equality and justice--a voice that will be deeply missed," Secretary Duncan said.

Approximately 339 organizations submitted applications electronically for Promise Neighborhoods planning grants.

thebookjam: BookJam blog: NFL Rookie Camp... it's so, so smart. Society... not so much.: I was at a hotel in Carlsbad, CA on S... http://bit.ly/bMxpo0

I was at a hotel in Carlsbad, CA on Sunday and aside from amazing weather and really good food, there was something else notable in the air.
NFL Rookie Camp. A mandatory seminar for all NFL rookies.
I saw scores of stud football players just lounging arou…

Senator Robert Byrd was "a champion for America's children," Secretary Duncan said. "His leadership will be deeply missed."

thebookjam: BookJam blog: Teachers as they are portrayed by the media. Hmmm.: Teachers as they are portrayed by the media. Hmm... http://bit.ly/baHpAc

Teachers as they are portrayed by the media. Hmmm. Is it a topic even worth tackling?
I mean if we teachers are looking to the media to give us a fair and sensible shake, I think we're gonna be holding our breaths a long freakin' time.
Truly, a…

California and Delaware are among the states receiving funding under the School Improvement Grants program to turn around persistently lowest achieving schools.

California and Delaware are among the states receiving funding under the School Improvement Grants program to turn around persistently lowest achieving schools.

Delaware will receive $10.5 million to turn around its lowest achieving schools through the School Improvement Grants program.