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Posted By:  kagawa
Posted On:  Jan 5, 2009

  Compassionate Clicking

TakingITGlobal and TIGed were recently featured in Leadership for Student Activities magazine, a publication of the U.S. National Association of Student Councils (NASC). The December 2008 issue of the magazine focused on the theme of "Make Technology Work for You," and included an article about...... [view]

Posted By:  kagawa
Posted On:  Jan 2, 2009

  Using TIGed to teach about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

"Resources like TIGed allow politics to become more about people than the policies of government." ~ Jennifer Klein, The Research Journalism Initiative Dear TIGeducators, Considering the current stalemate in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, I encourage you all to read an excellent blog...... [view]

Posted By:  kagawa
Posted On:  Dec 16, 2008

  The new and improved TIG ... and TIGed!

You may have noticed that both TIG and TIGed have a fresh new look! In the wee hours of this morning, we launched the sixth version of takingitglobal.org, and along with it a new and improved version of TIGed.org! I sincerely hope that you like what you see! We have worked hard to make TIGed...... [view]

Posted By:  DeepEndZen
Posted On:  Oct 15, 2008

  Technology = scary....?

At least that's what the New Canaan News Review seems to believe in their cyber safety article titled "School Officials: Communication Key Component to Internet Safety." Normally I wouldn't bother responding to an article like this, which outlines the risks that youth face online (cyber...... [view]

Posted By:  ubershibs
Posted On:  Jul 31, 2008

  Job Posting: Education Program Manager

As you may or may not know, I’m moving on from my position at TakingITGlobal at the end of August, and we’re currently looking for someone to fill my shoes. I can say pretty confidently that it’s an excellent opportunity for the right kind of person - the kind of person who is...... [view]

Posted By:  emilyjk
Posted On:  Jul 30, 2008

  Job Posting: Education Program Manager

We have an opening in Toronto for an Education Program Manager, starting in late August/early September. We're excited to have someone who is passionate about global education and social technology join our team. Details of the position and qualifications can be found here: ...... [view]

Posted By:  emilyjk
Posted On:  Jun 18, 2008

  add logos to your school page

This is only the first of a number of improvements we want to make to school pages on TIGed, and although a small one, we're happy to provide this little bit of extra customization. It's now possible to add a logo or image to your school page (note that only the administrator for your school's...... [view]

Posted By:  emilyjk
Posted On:  Jun 11, 2008

  summer tip for teachers #3: deepen global knowledge by going somewhere

The wonderful thing about the Internet is the way it connects us to the world and helps us learn about it, but if you have the opportunity to travel and gain some global education professional development at the same time, we say, go for it! There are a bunch of cool programs for teachers this...... [view]

Posted By:  emilyjk
Posted On:  Jun 10, 2008

  summer tips for teachers #2: deepen your global knowledge

We are all for as many of you traveling the world this summer - whether to New Hampshire (as we suggested on Monday) or another place that expands your horizon. More on that tomorrow, but today we're suggesting ways to learn more about the world just by connecting online. Naturally, the first...... [view]

Posted By:  emilyjk
Posted On:  Jun 9, 2008

  summer tip for students #1: make videos that make a difference

in North America and other parts of the world where school is letting out for several months of vacation, it's a time honored tradition for adults to wring their hands over the devil making even more work for the idle hands of young people. They might play games! Or look at things on the...... [view]

Posted By:  emilyjk
Posted On:  Jun 9, 2008

  summer tip for teachers #1: Constructing Modern Knowledge

Sitting here in New York City, where it's only the second week of June and already almost 100 degrees Fahrenheit, the thought of a getaway in New Hampshire at the end of July is delightful. Even better, add in the lineup of faculty, workshops, and informal networking events on slate for the...... [view]

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Submitted By:   emilyjk
Event Date:  Nov 14, 2008
Event Location:  George R. Brown Convention Center
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National Council for the Social Studies Annual Conference

Submitted By:   emilyjk
Event Date:  Jun 29, 2008
Event Location:  Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center on the San Antonio River Walk
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NECC 2008

Submitted By:   ubershibs
Event Date:  Jun 25, 2008 & Time: 11:00 AM-24:00 PM
Event Location:  Upper Canada College
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TIGed @ the International Conference of Boys Schools

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