Hi Kim,
Thanks for the reply.
Most homeschoolers can easily adapt materials as necessary. The only problem would be if it required interaction between a number of students.
I look forward to getting a copy soon.
Thanks,
Jimmie Houchin
Kim Rose wrote:
Hi, again, Jimmie -
We believe the book *will* be of value to homeschoolers such as you and your family! We are aware of the need for materials for homeschoolers that can offer "good practices" of integrating the use of computers into learning activities.
The book is intended to serve as an introduction to the Etoy component (tile interface) of Squeak and it includes 12 "on-computer" projects and several off-computer "excursions" that build upon each other in a sequence. We show connections to the math or science concepts the projects are teaching/using. We assume the audience/reader to be a newcomer to Squeak/Etoys.
The book/projects do not necessarily desire or require a classroom (althogh we have titled it "...in the classroom"). The projects can be completed by a single learner or a small group.
We hope it will serve to introduce you to what might be possible within this learning environment and be a launching pad for you to create additional projects of your own.
cheers, Kim
At 11:09 AM -0500 8/14/03, Jimmie Houchin wrote:
My wife and I homeschool our children.
How appropriate or good would the book "Powerful Ideas in the Classroom - Using Squeak to Enhance Math and Science Learning" by BJ Allen-Conn and Kim Rose with Afterword by Alan Kay be for homeschoolers?
What kind of knowledge or expections are made of the teacher? Is it appropriate for single students or does it desire a class?
Any information regarding the book and homeschooling greatly appreciated.
Jimmie Houchin
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