For this weeks class we had the chance to investigate different types of technology. We had the chance to use iPads, iPods, and the Smart Board and figure out how to best use them. I'm really glad we were given the chance to play around with the Smart Board because there is a very good chance that I will be using this type of technology in my future classroom. We had a really good time looking at all the different input charts available to use. Also, we figured out that the board is harder to use for left handed people to use. I think my favorite characteristic of the Smart Board was the 'script' button which improved your handwriting drastically.
We also worked with iPads and iPods to look at apps and to see how these apps could be used within a lesson. This is helping us complete or next assignment as well. My group decided to use an app that included the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. We are going to create an assignment that has the students re-write part of the Bill of Rights into their own words that way they can better understand the language.
Some other apps that I found interesting included different math apps, map apps, and different apps that could quiz you on different subjects. However, these apps might come in handy when needing to assess students quickly by testing them, but would not be helpful in a lesson. I was hoping to find more apps that students could use during lessons as resources. Maybe I will find some if I keep looking and have to ability to browse through the market.
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