Reflection
When I first started the class I knew there was a
lot I needed to learn. I recognize that
although I had been using technology in my classes I needed to be more
versatile in the assignments that I provide to the students. As a result of being in this class I have
learned ways to use technology to enhance the learning of my students.
Creating
a GAME plan I found to be eye opening because it could be restructured so
students can also use it. Being able to
use this GAME plan provides advantages in that I was able to really look at the
lessons that I create and evaluate and extend lessons after they have been
taught. This provides a means for me to
really be honest to myself about what worked, and the areas that needed to be
redone or totally thrown out.
A
goal that I have for myself is to provide lessons that always integrate
technology. I know doing this will take
a lot of planning and research in order to ensure that the work is beneficial to
my students. As an educator to be able
to able to focus on the type of lessons
I want to teach that allows for students to become fully engaged and enhance
their learning is what I am shooting for. Being involved in this class has
provided me with opportunities to put this plan in action. When students can
engage in social networking or digital story telling they are able to interact
more with the content they are learning.
Something
that I recognized as I went through my GAME plan is that I must allow students
to take the reins in their learning. I
am a traditional teacher and it is taking a great effort on my part to provide
my students with learning opportunities where they are at the helm. Providing students with the opportunity to
complete research on topics of their choosing or to guide them through the use
of a wiki, blog, or Power Point will allow them to write using in another
mode. Their journal writing now will be
done in blogs where collaboration among groups will be encouraged.
The
use of technology provides ways for my lessons to be enhanced while improving
the understanding of the content for my students. Being in this class has afforded me the means
to discover new resources for the use in my class while allowing ways for me to
collaborate with my peers to gain new insight and understanding in this course.
References:
Cennamo, K., Ross, J., & Ertmer, P. (2009).
Technology integration for meaningful classroom use: A standards-based approach
(Laureate Education custom edition). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning.
International Society for Technology
in Education. (2012). The ISTE National Educational Technology Standards
(NETS•T) and Performance Indicators for Teachers. Retrieved September
11,2013, from http://www.iste.org/standards/nets-for-teachers
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ReplyDeleteIncluding technology into all lessons can be a challenge, especially for the traditional teacher, as I consider myself a traditional teacher. Since beginning this degree program, I have consistently moved away from the title of traditional teacher and ensure technology is used as much as possible. Including technology into lessons and letting students become student-centered learners is very motivating for the students and it can also be motivating for the teacher when they see the success of their teaching efforts. I do not assign topics for research and instead allow students to choose their own topic. We know that students will be more successful in their learning if they are interested in the topic. I use to assign topics and I am now able to see the difference in student learning and retention. Be patient and do not be hesitant to try new things in your classroom.
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