Friday, December 4, 2015
Final Blog
My view of technology in the classroom has changed immensely. I knew that technology has become more integrated into the classrooms than when I was in grade school; but what I didn't know was about all of the different ways you could incorporate technology to make assignments more exciting and enticing. The iPad apps assignment really brought to light of all the apps that can be used for educational purposes. I would really like to use many of the apps that were displayed in my own classroom for projects and assignments. Google sites will be a wonderful communication tool for me to use with both my students and parents. The lessons on the Smart boards and the Promethean boards was probably the most beneficial to me because I am positive that at least one of these will be used in my classroom. I would like to explore either of these in depth so that I am getting the most use from what they can offer. My favorite thing we learned about was Google Cache. This was a lot of fun. I can see possibly doing a scavenger hunt with my students by using this app.
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Final Blog
How has this class affected your view of technology use in the classroom?
I have really enjoyed this class. This class has really opened my eyes as to how technology can be used in the classroom. Technology is an important part of our students' lives and we as teachers need to know how to reach them on their level.
What areas of technology would you like to explore further for use in your classroom?
I would really to learn more about Google Cardboard and other types of virtual reality technology. I would like to be able to incorporate this type of technology into my classroom because some students may never get to see the world outside of their neighborhood. My older son talks about how he uses this in some of his classes at STEAM and he gets really excited when he tells me how this was used in a lesson.
List 4-5 new things you have learned in this class and give an example of how you might use them in your classroom.
1. Voki - I will definitely use this in my classroom! This is the cutest thing ever and I think it is a neat and different way to do introductions.
2. Ipad Apps - I had such a great time learning about all of the different apps my classmates came up with. I loved how each one can be used for various grade levels.
3. Smart Board/Promethean Boards - I love how interactive this technology is. It offers new and exciting ways to teach and interact with students.
4. Google Site - This is was a super easy website to build. I love the flexibility it offers. This is something I will be using to keep my parents up to date on all of classroom happenings.
5. Glogster - Most students hate the dreaded book report. I love how this offers them a unique way of presenting their information. Not only can they use this for book reports, this can be used for any type of presentation. I really enjoyed learning about all of the different technology sites my classmate explored. I can see using many, if not all of them in my classroom.
I have really enjoyed this class. This class has really opened my eyes as to how technology can be used in the classroom. Technology is an important part of our students' lives and we as teachers need to know how to reach them on their level.
What areas of technology would you like to explore further for use in your classroom?
I would really to learn more about Google Cardboard and other types of virtual reality technology. I would like to be able to incorporate this type of technology into my classroom because some students may never get to see the world outside of their neighborhood. My older son talks about how he uses this in some of his classes at STEAM and he gets really excited when he tells me how this was used in a lesson.
List 4-5 new things you have learned in this class and give an example of how you might use them in your classroom.
1. Voki - I will definitely use this in my classroom! This is the cutest thing ever and I think it is a neat and different way to do introductions.
2. Ipad Apps - I had such a great time learning about all of the different apps my classmates came up with. I loved how each one can be used for various grade levels.
3. Smart Board/Promethean Boards - I love how interactive this technology is. It offers new and exciting ways to teach and interact with students.
4. Google Site - This is was a super easy website to build. I love the flexibility it offers. This is something I will be using to keep my parents up to date on all of classroom happenings.
5. Glogster - Most students hate the dreaded book report. I love how this offers them a unique way of presenting their information. Not only can they use this for book reports, this can be used for any type of presentation. I really enjoyed learning about all of the different technology sites my classmate explored. I can see using many, if not all of them in my classroom.
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Final Blog
This class has changed the way I look at technology, it has taught me different ways to use it and I have discovered new websites and resources that I can use in the future. More importantly, this class has taught me that there are creative, and innovative ways to incorporate technology in the classroom.
This semester I learned a lot about technology and how it can be used in school. A few things that I learned, and that I would like to use in my classroom were the following.
Personally, SmartBoard fascinated me. I like how it is very hands on and that the teacher is able to create or download new templates that can be used as a teaching tool for students. This technology can be used by creating interactive lessons were students are able to use their hands, and move things around.
Another thing that I discovered this semester was how to use Voki. I can definitely see myself using Voki in the classroom. Students can introduce themselves at the beginning of the year by making an animated character that tells their peers facts about them; what they like, and what they don't like, without having to stand at the front of the room and feel embarrassed.
Two other tools that I liked, were the ipad and podcasts. With these two technologies in the classroom, students have an opportunity to be creative by making their own podcasts. After a lesson, students can use the ipads to record themselves and to talk about a certain topic of the lesson that was taught. This would be a great way to asses what they have learned, and for them retell part of the lesson in their own words by doing a podcast where they pick a certain concept of the lesson and film themselves explaining how they can use what they have learned during the lesson in real life.
In conclusion this class really introduced me to new resources of technology that can be incorporated in the classroom. Not only did I gained a deeper understanding of how technology can be used as a learning tool, but I also learned how to work these technology tools, as well as simple features in microsoft word and ipad. Without doubt, this was my favorite class of the semester.
This semester I learned a lot about technology and how it can be used in school. A few things that I learned, and that I would like to use in my classroom were the following.
Personally, SmartBoard fascinated me. I like how it is very hands on and that the teacher is able to create or download new templates that can be used as a teaching tool for students. This technology can be used by creating interactive lessons were students are able to use their hands, and move things around.
Another thing that I discovered this semester was how to use Voki. I can definitely see myself using Voki in the classroom. Students can introduce themselves at the beginning of the year by making an animated character that tells their peers facts about them; what they like, and what they don't like, without having to stand at the front of the room and feel embarrassed.
Two other tools that I liked, were the ipad and podcasts. With these two technologies in the classroom, students have an opportunity to be creative by making their own podcasts. After a lesson, students can use the ipads to record themselves and to talk about a certain topic of the lesson that was taught. This would be a great way to asses what they have learned, and for them retell part of the lesson in their own words by doing a podcast where they pick a certain concept of the lesson and film themselves explaining how they can use what they have learned during the lesson in real life.
In conclusion this class really introduced me to new resources of technology that can be incorporated in the classroom. Not only did I gained a deeper understanding of how technology can be used as a learning tool, but I also learned how to work these technology tools, as well as simple features in microsoft word and ipad. Without doubt, this was my favorite class of the semester.
Final blog
This class is great. I learned many new technology which can be used on teaching. Some of them I knew but never think about that I can use them to teach. It’s not only me knew more knowledges, my future students will be also lucky to have a more convenient and interesting study life with different technology. I will not only use the normal ways to teach and communicate with the students and their parents.
I would like to explore the technology which can attract students’ attention. It can help me to let students focus on what we learn. The students will also enjoy their learning. I really want students learn happily.
- Family newsletter. I’ve never seen this before. But I think it really helps to communicate with the parents and let them know our schedule.
- Goole sites is a easier way to creat a not complicated website, but it’s enough for teacher and students. I might use it like Dr. Gaffner did for us. Make a class schedule and give students resources.
- Google doc. I knew google doc, but never used before. Now I know people can work on the same page together. That’s cool. Students can also use this to do their group activities.
- Technology sites explore. Cacoo is a good website for the class begin with. And also I like the greeting cards model.
- Smart board. It’s a fantastic invention which can let students pay attention on the class. I might let student take part in the class more with smart board.
Final Blog
I always knew that technology can expand the reaches of learning but throughout this class I have learned about so many new technologies and ways to use them in the classroom! I would really like to learn more about and explore different assistive technologies. I think that all teachers should be knowledgeable and comfortable with assistive technology so that they can expand their students horizons and open up more opportunities for their students with disabilities.
Some of the new things I learned about this semester include: iPad apps that can be used in a variety of ways in the classroom from schedules and reminders to games for anchor activities, extensions, and remediation, Online technology that allows students to create their own comic books which is a great tool to allow students to use instead of giving an oral report or a book report about something, Smart board and Promethean boards that EVERY teacher nowadays should learn how to utilize because there are so many activities, student choosers, and lesson plans that are easily used with the boards and allow the students to really get involved, also my favorite thing I learned about this semester was the assistive technology. There are so many reasons that people should know these things exist and know how to use them and that they are available. With these technologies you can completely turn around a child's learning. There will come a time in every teacher's career that they will have a student with some type of disability and it is important to me to know what there is available to bridge the gap and help them reach their full potential.
Final Blog
Personally, I have grown immensely during this semester; this class gave me the opportunity to see the importance of technology in the education field. I learn that there are many different types of technology using in the classrooms, for example, the smart board, this is used to teach interactive lessons in almost all of the major subjects, including math, spelling, language art, etc. The technology is geared towards creating curiosity in the mind of students. I truly believe that through the use of technology, students can be active participants as opposed to passive ones where they receive instructions or information. I'm planning on implement the use of technology in my lesson plans. Some of the things that I would like to implement are Google Earth it can be an amazing way to show the students anywhere of the world. Google Doc is another tool that I like with it I can create and share documents with students. Smart Board is another tool that I’m going to use to engage students learning. Google Drive. In my opinion, it's one of the best tools because it can be use it in a variety of ways like share class folders with students, where students have access to the assignments. Similarly, students share a folder with me for homework. Finally, Blogger which can helps the students to improve their writing skills and build their confidence as a writer. The Aurasma app caught my attention and I would like to know more about it.
I learn a lot of valuable information in this class during this semester. It was a great Experience!!
Sunday, November 8, 2015
Final Blog
This class has impacted my view of technology in the classroom greatly. Before I took the class, I was clueless on how to use technology. A technology that I would like to learn more about is the QR codes. This technology amazes me.
First, Voki is a technology that I would like to use in my classroom. If I have older students, I could have students present their research projects this way to the classroom. Second, Microsoft word would be a technology that I would definitely use in the classroom so that students can learn to make tables and organize their observations in any subject. I could also use tables to sort pictures, words, letters, or just about anything. Third, Google calendar and Google voice are necessary in the classroom in order to keep in touch with the parents. I could also use the calendar in order to teach the children about the days of the week. Fourth, the Promethean board or Smart board are useful tools to enhance a child's learning. I would use these for any subject and create a game activity that teaches a subject in Teks. Fifth, IPods are a tool that I will hopefully use in the classroom to teach content areas. I would use the iPods to download Apps that can help students create, learn , and explore content areas.
Lastly, I feel I have benefited greatly from this class, especially in my professional development. I recommend this class to beginning teachers.
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