Topic: Chapter 14: Using technologies in the Classroom

“Since we have no choice but to be swept allow by [this] vast technological surge, we might as well learn to surf” –Michael Soule Yana Pashkova, Drew Wickert, Jen Robitaille and Emily BrownDate: March 21st, 2012EDUC-B, Julia RheaumeMaterials/Resources NeededComputer, Smart Board, type writer, laptop, paper and pencil, iPad, Internet, projector /screen, candy and a ball.

Time

3-5 minutes

Introduction of speakers.Anticipatory Set: “Typing Showdown”

Have a student write the following sentence on a type writer, a piece of paper, a laptop and an iPad. “The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog.”

This should be easier for the I-pad user and much harder for the type writer.

Rally Robin: How do you think computer technology has affected the classroom? For teachers? For students? For parents? -Discuss between the instructor and the students when rally robin has finished

Teaching Cues

Have students remove distractions such as cell phones.

“Eyes up front please.”

Musical Rally Robins.

Time1-3 minutes

Time15-20 minutes

Objectives

Students will have an idea of how technology in the classroom has progressed

Students will understand why computer technology is important for educators, parents, students and for the future of our classrooms

Students will understand multiple pros and cons of the use of technology in classroom

Input/Modelling/Guided Practice

Show technology YouTube video.Research for students is more efficient than it has ever been. Students can basically find any information they could ever imagine for.

There has never been a better time for students to be able to access info whenever they want. Students have access to a library of knowledge thanks to the internet.

Internet allows students from different regions and statuses to have equal access to information.

Because of online sharing between libraries,

Check for Understanding

“Are our objectives clear?”

“Does everyone understand what is expected to learn?”

Rally Robin: “How does everyone feel about the change of access for research? How has it influenced you?”

we have complete unrestricted access to information that would have otherwise been inaccessible.

Students need to understand proper research techniques: what is a reliable resource? What is not? How to judge good resources.

Students need to understand proper research techniques: what is a reliable resource? What is not? How to judge good resources.

Integration of technology in the curriculum and effects on teachers

Time management Technology in our curriculum. (ICT’s for select

divisions) Simplification of the lesson plans (for teachers and

substitutes). Microsoft Word Ability to use the computer (for teachers) How to limit distractions for students Plagiarism and media cautions

What does it mean to be computer literate? 5 points of being computer literate How to develop computer literacy Why is computer literacy necessary?

Technology incorporating multiple intelligences and the inclusive classroom.

Examples of accessible technologies for each types of intelligences

How technology has influenced the inclusive classroom

Show technology based tools students can use in the classroom. -Webs, Prezi, Jstor, Microsoft Office, Wordle

Show education.alberta.com

“Does everyone have an idea of what division they will be teaching?”

“Any questions?”

“Show me out of 5 fingers, how computer literate you are!”

Choose and Share: “Pick one type of intelligence and associate how computer technology accommodates it”.

Questions about using webs?Time

4-7minutes

Guided Practice Show example on webs.com

http://madamebrown.webs.com/

“Any questions about webs.com?”

Independent Practice Homework sheet provided on Black Board before the class has finished. Computer technology is environmentally friendly!

“Does everyone know how to find the homework on BB?”

Time

5-10 minutes

Closure

Koosh Ball.

Have students answer multiple types of questions and have fun using Smart Board Technologies.

Checking for Understanding

“Are there any last minute questions before we go?”

Assessment/Evaluation/ Comments