Canvas FastTrack Ep. 15 - Commons

[lstark]

The Canvas FastTrack Video series is a collection of quick videos aligning Canvas with Dr. Puentedura’s SAMR Model of Technology Integration.  This model has been used by many institutions as a framework for infusing technology into teaching and learning activities.  In the video collection we will dive into the various tools in Canvas and how they align with the SAMR Model of Technology.  Watch this four-minute video introduction to SAMR if you aren’t already familiar with the model.

Episode 15 is a 2 1/2 minute video about Commons; at the Augmentation level of Technology integration sharing content is the exact definition.  Teachers can utilize Commons to help find some amazing content, share their epic lessons and even create consistent templates across schools, districts or campuses.  Commons is an excellent addition to Canvas for storing and sharing all types of content!

Thanks for watching and please feel free to leave feedback, requests, and suggestions in the comments below!

[nbiddinger-c]

The best teachers are idea thieves - we learn from others & then make what we see our own.  It's best when we "theives" give as much as we take - everyone wins that way.  I think our teachers will find Commons a good place to get started as we move to Canvas.

[traciebosket]

[ericaeducator]

I love that you can tag the CCSS standards for other K-12 educators!  Though I work at a University, I teach graduate students who are typically K-12 educators, and they are required to cite the standards when creating projects.  This is definitely a great reminder to make the standard a "tag" on a lesson plan that can be shared with the community at large!