All types of technology are being introduced into the classroom. Students are being taught using document cameras, projectors, iPads, computers, and so much more.
In an increasingly digital age, students need to learn to use technology effectively and it should be used effectively in teaching.
In an increasingly digital age, students need to learn to use technology effectively and it should be used effectively in teaching.
iPads
The iPad is an up and coming classroom technology. The iPad is versatile and a fun way to get students engaged. For reading, many e-reader applications allow students to change the size, color and sometimes font of print. Meanwhile, students can highlight unknown words in multiple colors. The iPad can be used to teach via applications such as Reflector while the teacher moves around the room. Many games exist to provide practice with such concepts as addition or multiplications. Other applications, such as Rory's Story Cubes, provide ideas for story creation.
The iPad is an up and coming classroom technology. The iPad is versatile and a fun way to get students engaged. For reading, many e-reader applications allow students to change the size, color and sometimes font of print. Meanwhile, students can highlight unknown words in multiple colors. The iPad can be used to teach via applications such as Reflector while the teacher moves around the room. Many games exist to provide practice with such concepts as addition or multiplications. Other applications, such as Rory's Story Cubes, provide ideas for story creation.
World Wide Web
Websites, such as the ones listed on the Resources for Home page, can be utilized for practice or teaching new concepts. There are multiple websites to practice math operations and play different games which continually engage them. Please see the Resources for Home page for a listing of these websites.
Other websites, such as Brain Pop are great tools for introducing new content as well as playing games.
Websites, such as the ones listed on the Resources for Home page, can be utilized for practice or teaching new concepts. There are multiple websites to practice math operations and play different games which continually engage them. Please see the Resources for Home page for a listing of these websites.
Other websites, such as Brain Pop are great tools for introducing new content as well as playing games.
Office Productivity Programs
The office suite programs, such as MS Word and MS Power Point, can be used as a platform for student creativity. Other programs and additions can be used to accommodate students needs, such as a dictation program. The office programs are universally used in colleges and workplaces around the country, making them an important piece of their learning.
The office suite programs, such as MS Word and MS Power Point, can be used as a platform for student creativity. Other programs and additions can be used to accommodate students needs, such as a dictation program. The office programs are universally used in colleges and workplaces around the country, making them an important piece of their learning.
Document Camera and Projector
Many classrooms are equipped with a document camera (ELMO is the brand name) and a projector. Typically teachers may display notes for students to copy, an example of an activity, or to show students how to complete a task. In addition to these ideas, the document camera can be used for students to share their own work with the class, show videos from the internet and use the iPad. A student will place their work under the camera and it can be projected for the class to see while they explain how they worked through the steps. The system can also be used to show videos from the internet, such as BrainPop, to introduce topics, lessons, or themes. Another use is to connect the iPad to the system and project applications. The class can then work collaboratively to complete a quiz, play an educational game, or read a story. The duo of a document camera and projector can offer limitless ideas to reach the students.
Many classrooms are equipped with a document camera (ELMO is the brand name) and a projector. Typically teachers may display notes for students to copy, an example of an activity, or to show students how to complete a task. In addition to these ideas, the document camera can be used for students to share their own work with the class, show videos from the internet and use the iPad. A student will place their work under the camera and it can be projected for the class to see while they explain how they worked through the steps. The system can also be used to show videos from the internet, such as BrainPop, to introduce topics, lessons, or themes. Another use is to connect the iPad to the system and project applications. The class can then work collaboratively to complete a quiz, play an educational game, or read a story. The duo of a document camera and projector can offer limitless ideas to reach the students.
Remote Clickers
Remote clickers offer students an opportunity to engage during a "quiz" activity without worry about other students knowing their answer. This technology can be used for a "Quiz Show" activity where students answer each question asked via a remote that sends the answers in a coded format to the teacher. Another option is to use a clicker for a "Jeopardy" style game in which students "buzz in" to share their answer.
Remote clickers offer students an opportunity to engage during a "quiz" activity without worry about other students knowing their answer. This technology can be used for a "Quiz Show" activity where students answer each question asked via a remote that sends the answers in a coded format to the teacher. Another option is to use a clicker for a "Jeopardy" style game in which students "buzz in" to share their answer.