In today's society, where heavy emphasis is placed on the ever changing technologies available, it is important to understand how to implement them in the most beneficial way. Often times students become distracted by things like cell phones and iPods. If used properly, these things can actually play a positive role in the field of education. I feel strongly about incorporating technology into own my classroom. The devices that are available today have opened far more opportunities than ever expected. With iPads and smartboards, we can make learning a fun and interactive experience. Gone are the days of the formal lecture. Students now play a greater role in their own education instead of acting as the passive observer. With technology we can explore areas that otherwise would not be possible. Students who otherwise may not be in a financial situation to go out and buy many books, or who's parents are unable to take them to the library, now have an endless list of books to choose from. All of this can be done by the click of a mouse. Language Arts lessons have evolved from the boring days of reading out of a textbook into an interactive experience that can be integrated with all other subject areas. In my future classrooms, I would like to keep a class blog that allows students to improve their writing skills as well as maintain open communication between teacher and student. It is my goal to remain informed of new ways to incorporate technology into my classroom. I look forward to these technologies helping my English language learners to better grasp the language. Different apps on devices such as the iPad will allow for those students to understand the translation as well as providing visuals to meet the needs of my visual learners. There are endless opportunities with technology and not just in the area of language arts. Student scan research areas that they are interested in and find the necessary information for completing different project requirements. While at times all these outlets can be overwhelming, I look forward to finding the most beneficial way to incorporate them into my classroom. This is a new era and I could not be more thrilled to be thrown into the middle of it. It is my job as a teacher in this day and age to remain informed of all these evolving technologies. As long as a I utilize them in my classroom I can increase my student's chances of becoming successful individuals.
Technology accessible by students:
6 Classroom Computers
7 Classroom Ipads
3 School Computer Labs (access two times a week and every morning before school)
Technology accessible by students:
6 Classroom Computers
7 Classroom Ipads
3 School Computer Labs (access two times a week and every morning before school)