Chapter 12

Stages of Technology Integration: In this section I learned how to integrate technology into a class better. I didn’t realize there were so many steps. I think this explained steps well and made it easy to understand. I didn’t realize there were so many steps to putting technology into a classroom I always just thought you introduce it and use it.

Technology Integration Issues: I had no clue that there could be problems when using technology in class, well not these specific problems listed.  Some teachers still don’t agree it using technology in classrooms or they don’t feel they have the knowledge to do it. Technology in the classroom is a great idea and should be used every day.

One-to-one Laptop Computing: this is said to reduce digital inequalities by giving each student a computer. This also helps those who are not fortunate enough to have a computer at home for assignments. I think this is a fantastic concept sadly not ever school can afford this.

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Maloy, R. (2011). Transforming learning with new technologies. Boston: Pearson/Allyn and Bacon

Chapter 4

Teaching Goals, Methods, and Procedures (How to Teach): this section talked about different tools you can use to teach classes or create assignments for your students. I thought all the tools and sources are great or teachers and students. There was so many tools on the list that I never thought to use before as a future teacher I see myself using these tools. Student Learning Objects: I liked this section because it explained learning objectives in a simple and clear way. It makes it easy to understand and it makes it easy to explain to students. Student Performance Rubrics: This section was helpful on how to grade your students work as well as how to determine if the assignment is to the standards or not. It made me think of things to look for when grading that I wouldn’t have thought of before.
Resources: Maloy, R. (2011). Transforming learning with new technologies. Boston: Pearson/Allyn and Bacon
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Chapter 11

Teaching Practices: In this section I learned about the different ways teachers can allow students to choose their own themes and goals. I didn’t realize there was a teaching practice that was so student oriented and allowed students to take so much responsibility for classroom rules and regulations. I was unaware of this before reading this chapter. Advantages and Disadvantages of Digital Portfolios: Digital portfolios are similar to blogs. I think that they are great for many reasons and a classroom tool that should be used more often. However before reading this chapter I didn’t think of the disadvantages of digital portfolios. They can take away from the academic learning students need because they take lots of time and skills and usually don’t receive the audience they hope for. Elements of Teacher Portfolios: I think teacher portfolios are a good idea however I don’t think that they are used and viewed as often as they would like. Many teachers from my previous years of school have has portfolios but they were also very bad about updates. Also many students didn’t care to view the site and didn’t use it as a reference.
Resources: Maloy, R. (2011). Transforming learning with new technologies. Boston: Pearson/Allyn and Bacon
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