Prior to this project
being due, we discussed in READ 411 the various technologies that would be
appropriate for each content area. While
a social studies major, I was happy to be placed in a group that is filled with
English education majors because I was able to get new ideas about
incorporating technology in the classroom.
In Read 411, several English majors discussed how Google blogger can be
a valuable resource for reflection essays.
Blogger is both free and simple.
The program allows the user to create their own account and post their
blogs. For English this can be a great
way to spread literacy outside of the classroom. Students would be required to keep daily blog
in which the professor could access or require the student to print out. For social studies, students could post their
thoughts on readings and be assigned reflection activities in which they have
to post their thoughts on current events.
This technology can really inspire students to become active citizens by
posting their thoughts or opinions on some crucial matters. My READ 411 class agreed that this could be a
valuable asset toward social studies education.
In CURR 314, my class discussed the importance of
technology in the realm of assessment. Teachers
are required to utilize technology in the classroom and challenge students to
broaden their minds on several new technologies. A teacher must formulate a plan to assess
their students on their use of technology.
In Social Studies, it would be effective to require the kids to save on
Google drive or require them to bring a USB drive to class. Those two saving methods allow students to
realize they are accountable for their work because there are several ways to
save their information. Technology is an
incredibly important aspect of education.
I like how you talked about the use of technology and connecting it to READ 411 by improving literacy. Blogger is great because it is free and is pretty accessible to anyone. Even though you said you heard about Blogger being used for English Ed. Majors it was interesting to see how you would apply it to a Social Studies classroom.
ReplyDeleteIt is in fact interesting how our classes are somewhat intertwining in themes. Prior to working on this project, our READ411 class was discussing various technologies that can be used within each content are or content areas overall. I was a bit skeptical at first because I didn't know how much (technologies and technological tools) was out there. Turns out, we are limitless! I ave already stored them in my mind and have already made certain lesson plans I wish to share with my students. Can't wait!
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