Some elementary classrooms are using open badges for competency acquisition by students. In today’s show, Amy Cooper talks about how this is done, the advantages, and insights on student motivation. Show Notes: <a href= "http://www.coolcatteacher.com/e292">www.coolcatteacher.com/e292</a> April 26 is #PowerofEcon day with a noon ET Twitter chat and lots of financial literacy resources. Sponsored by Discovery Education and CME Group, join in <a href="http://www.coolcatteacher.com/econ">www.coolcatteacher.com/econ</a>

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