+ Web-Based Instruction Individualized Learning of Mathematics

+ The Need for Individualized Instruction Whole class Instruction Bored Best students Engaged At level in learning style Lost Slower for this topic Distracted Class too large Disinterested Different learning style

+ Research in Web-based instruction

+ Development of Web-based curriculum

+ Khan Academy history 2004 – Khan began tutoring cousin using Yahoo Dodole notepad Others in family requested tutoring support 2006 – Khan Academy formed as non-profit and used YouTube for delivery 2009 – Khan quits job to focus on Khan Academy and begins receiving awards for achievement 2010 – Google donated 2 million as part of “Project 10 to the 100”

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+ Sample video to link to? Example of video library in one topic area Explanation and examples of tracking system Concept of coach versus teacher Founder – Salman Khan

+ Khan Academy Problems Money Google/Facebook required Adapting from individual to group Wrath of Khan – constructivist view Sustaining interest in program Access to web and computer technology

+ Commercialization – How is this idea spreading?

+ Let’s Make This Happen! Computers Khan Academy website Flipped curriculum model Administration support Teacher training

+ S Curve of Diffusion Innovators Early Adopters Majority Late Majority Laggards Web-based Instruction Current position on the diffusion curve 1960’s 1990’s

+ Innovators – People who use and love web-based instruction eStudents Computer Experts Math and Science People

+ Laggards – Who are they? Hands on activities required People who value experiential learning Constructivists People with limited Internet experience People who prefer using non-technology alternatives Technology- challenged

+ How do we persuade people to try it? Relative advantage Compatibility Complexity Trialability Observability

+ Decentralized Diffusion Web-based Instruction Fits closely with teacher’s needs Facilitate s sense of control High level of technical expertis e not required High level of adapatabilit y

+ Leaders As Agents of Change Need for change Stabilize adoption Diagnose Problems Achieve terminal relationship Informatio n Exchange Create intent to change Translate intent to action

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+ Why do we need to do this? Students continue to fall farther and farther behind as they progress through school. Once gaps appear, a teacher struggles to differentiate enough to handle this level of classroom diversity. The resources exist on the web and they are FREE! Each student will excel when instructed at the optimum level for their needs.

+ Now Is The Time! Make this a 21 st century learning environment! Blend technology with individualization! Maximize student learning! Teach each student how to become a lifelong learner!