My favorite technology tools were "Word it Out", "Photostory", and "Google Docs". I plan on having my students use "Word it Out" when learning new sight words and other vocabulary. It can even be placed as an activity in my literacy workstations. Photostory can be used to wrap up any unit and have the students complete a story showing what they learned as a project grade.
After this exploration with the 11 tools, I immediately thought about how soon I want to introduce small components of technology to my students in order for them to be successful with the more difficult task that they will have to be responsible for independently. I have thought of rules and adjusting classroom managment strategies when teaching technology, because in the past I have realized how overwhelming it can be to introduce new technology concepts to an entire class, with just one teacher. So many students have different questions, problems, concerns and issues during a technology lesson that it requires more than just patience to successfully teach each student. So there is alot to be proactive about as the technology enhances in the classroom. I am always prepared to expect the "unexpected" so the only thing that I really can say that was unexpecting, was the time frame and difficulty in setting up. In each lesson I had to think of all the ways I could better prepare the students to understand it in the easiest way possible. This was truly a learning experience and I am so excited to show my new students.
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