Goal 1: I plan to use technology tools to create scaffolds for my students as they explore their questions in inquiry based learning projects.
Hardware and software needs: Flip video camera, computers in computer lab, digital storybook programs.
Additional needs: Input from my technology and literacy committees on the integration of technology into our ELA curriculum. This group will also be a big help in designing assessment recommendations.
Additional steps: I have begun a project based social studies that connects with ELA goals. Students will have a choice in demonstrating learning by creating a Power Point, Flip video of a reader’s theater, written essay, or digital storybook.
Goal 2: To share student products with my grade level team as to tap into to their experience in the evaluation process.
This goal is aligned with district and building goals in an effort to create strong grade level teams that share ideas. We are focusing on creating a strong vertical and horizontal alignment in our curriculum, grading policies, and goal setting.
As my classmates are experiencing many of the same challenges as we implement technology lessons and share ideas with colleagues. I would like to hear some best practices in implementing and sharing these classroom experiences.
Do No Harm
2 years ago
Hi Jim,
ReplyDeleteI like how you are using a variety of media outlets. With the flip video recorder, is that something that you purchased or the school? Is there just one recorder or multiple ones that groups will be using? Once you have the video recorder, what type of media outlet do you find works best to share the video on? I am very curious because recording videos is something that I want to start doing in my classroom and I was just wondering the best ways to go about doing that.
Hi Meghan,
ReplyDeleteI did purchase the flip video myself, but their not to expensive. Check out flipcamara.com for information. I replay videos in class to review for a test, and we use them in voice treads also.