The class that I am taking right now is all about using technology in the classroom - and no, it is not about shortcuts and avoiding literacy. Nor is it about students 'having it easier'! It is about giving them tools to compete in a technologically driven world, it is about providing experiences to produce problem-solving and critical thinking through all kinds of media; to include computers, iPads and so forth. It is all pretty cool, motivating for children in the classroom and gives today's teacher so much more to work with.
My current project is something called a WebQuest - basically a lesson plan that is created on a website. The students follow the instructions and fulfill a task. I am lucky enough to be working with two fabulous students and the three of us have been having a ton of fun - and all plan to use elements of our lesson in the future!
So, here it is - my example of the work that I am doing right now. As of today, 5/17/12, this is not yet finished, but will be submitted Monday evening, so it had better be finished by then! Check it out today and then come back to it later.
Tell me what you think!
Do you think that it is just wasting time playing on the Internet (they create a social media page, for goodness sakes!)? Or do you see it as a way to motivate students towards thought and deeper learning? Let me know! Of particular interest to those of you who think that teaching is just 'coming up with lesson plans', is the Teacher Page. See the standards adhered to and our reflections about potential learning.
Here is the link: "Friend Request an Olympian"
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