It's the end of the road!
Some of my favorite things I've learned from 11 Tools are:
1. Sharing documents in google apps! It'll be easier to have only one document and helpful that others can collaborate on it!
2. How to create a blog. I've never done this!
My classroom vision has changed because I feel a lot of responsibility to teach/stay ahead in technology. I'm not the best at navigating my way around "innovative" programs, so I'm appreciative that the district provides programs like Atomic Learning as a resource.
I've enjoyed learning 11 Tools and reading what my colleagues have posted. I still feel overwhelmed with all the possibilities, but I know if I keep practicing I'll get better and better.
Here's to the new school year!
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Tool 10
As a Kindergarten teacher, I know that many of my students will already come in with technology skills. What a great time to start teaching them the etiquette of Digital Citizenship! I follow TRIBES in my classroom, so I believe I'll tie DC in with TRIBES agreements. I want my students to know that Mutual Respect, Attentive Listening, Appreciations, and Right to Pass are essential in all aspect. And they carry over to DC, too.
I will be using Brainpop videos to help students learn about DC. They love the characters, and it's shown in a "story/cartoon" way that they will remember. I'll probably post a picture by the computers of Moby and Annie so they have a visual to remind them of DC. Also, I can show this to parents at Open House. Usually, I have a monthly newletter to parents, so I will probably dedicate a section to DC to keep parents up-to-date.
I will be using Brainpop videos to help students learn about DC. They love the characters, and it's shown in a "story/cartoon" way that they will remember. I'll probably post a picture by the computers of Moby and Annie so they have a visual to remind them of DC. Also, I can show this to parents at Open House. Usually, I have a monthly newletter to parents, so I will probably dedicate a section to DC to keep parents up-to-date.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Tool 9
Technology needs to tie in to an objective so students and teachers reach the desired outcome. We all know that the new technology will be fun for our students, but in their lifetime technology will be a common, daily use. Therefore, we need to help our students understand the ways technology can support our learning.
Accountability is a key component of technology so students make the connection to learning (and so teachers can assess their progress!). I like the idea of a rubric. I'm planning on starting the stations with small groups, so I think a rubric/checklist will be a great accountability tool to begin with. As my students progress, I'll probably change acc. based on their skills. Any experienced Kinder teachers with ideas for me, please comment!
I think my students will like the sites Tutpup and Learning Games for Kids. On Tutput, you can print off their work and see what is correct/incorrect. For accountability, I'll probably have the journal about what they worked on.
I'm hoping to have students take lots of pictures with the Itouches. I want them to learn how to "document" their progress, and I think they'll enjoy sharing their learning.
Accountability is a key component of technology so students make the connection to learning (and so teachers can assess their progress!). I like the idea of a rubric. I'm planning on starting the stations with small groups, so I think a rubric/checklist will be a great accountability tool to begin with. As my students progress, I'll probably change acc. based on their skills. Any experienced Kinder teachers with ideas for me, please comment!
I think my students will like the sites Tutpup and Learning Games for Kids. On Tutput, you can print off their work and see what is correct/incorrect. For accountability, I'll probably have the journal about what they worked on.
I'm hoping to have students take lots of pictures with the Itouches. I want them to learn how to "document" their progress, and I think they'll enjoy sharing their learning.
Tool 8
Here are some things I learned from Tool 8:
1. Netbooks have cameras! I'm excited to use this feature to record class projects and for Skype.
2. ITouches need to be connected to SBISD Wireless. To do this, Select the Settings app on each ITouch. Choose Wifi, choose SBISD (in all caps), enter credentials (I believe that's our login/password), and Accept Mustang (not sure what that is, but I'm sure I can figure it out when I get there!)
3. SBISD has approved Apps for us. To find them, go to Edtech.springbranchisd.com, select "Tools" app, click "Link for Searchable Database", a search engine will pop up to help you sort through apps by suject, grade level, etc.
I am very excited to implement the netbooks/ITouches into workstations. I think I'll have 5th grade helper set up my stations in the morning until some of my more responsible students are ready to help.
1. Netbooks have cameras! I'm excited to use this feature to record class projects and for Skype.
2. ITouches need to be connected to SBISD Wireless. To do this, Select the Settings app on each ITouch. Choose Wifi, choose SBISD (in all caps), enter credentials (I believe that's our login/password), and Accept Mustang (not sure what that is, but I'm sure I can figure it out when I get there!)
3. SBISD has approved Apps for us. To find them, go to Edtech.springbranchisd.com, select "Tools" app, click "Link for Searchable Database", a search engine will pop up to help you sort through apps by suject, grade level, etc.
I am very excited to implement the netbooks/ITouches into workstations. I think I'll have 5th grade helper set up my stations in the morning until some of my more responsible students are ready to help.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Tool 7
Content Objective: TLW apply oral fluency skills by participating in Skype conversations with a 5th grade mentor.
Implementing: January 2012. At this time, students have practiced handling books in guided reading. They have also become familiar with netbooks/I touches and built a relationship with book buddy.
Tools:
Skype/Apple laptop (for built in camera)
Description: Students will have a weekly scheduled time to read a book, via Skype, with their 5th grade book buddy. The book buddy with provide positive feedback to student about voice and concepts about print. The student will have opportunity to practice intonation, volume, fluency, and new vocabulary via Skype.
Classroom: Mrs. Zito's 5th grade class, Terrace Elementary
Implementing: January 2012. At this time, students have practiced handling books in guided reading. They have also become familiar with netbooks/I touches and built a relationship with book buddy.
Tools:
Skype/Apple laptop (for built in camera)
Description: Students will have a weekly scheduled time to read a book, via Skype, with their 5th grade book buddy. The book buddy with provide positive feedback to student about voice and concepts about print. The student will have opportunity to practice intonation, volume, fluency, and new vocabulary via Skype.
Classroom: Mrs. Zito's 5th grade class, Terrace Elementary
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Tool 6
Hmmm.....this is getting a little easier now. This tool took about 45 minutes.
The two tools I tried out were Google Docs and Skype.
In Google Docs, I created a "Form" survey to link to parents, so I can learn more about their child. Also, I shared the form with my teammates so that they may edit it and we can have one, universal form for the grade level.
Skype is a program I've used before. I would love to Skype with another class in a different part of our country. One of my teammates suggested using Skype to discuss weather patterns with another class. I think this would be a great way for our Kindergartners to make real-life connections to their learning. Also, I might like to try having my students Skype with their book buddy in 5th grade. They could "read" to their book buddy, and the 5th grader can share an appreciation with them.
The two tools I tried out were Google Docs and Skype.
In Google Docs, I created a "Form" survey to link to parents, so I can learn more about their child. Also, I shared the form with my teammates so that they may edit it and we can have one, universal form for the grade level.
Skype is a program I've used before. I would love to Skype with another class in a different part of our country. One of my teammates suggested using Skype to discuss weather patterns with another class. I think this would be a great way for our Kindergartners to make real-life connections to their learning. Also, I might like to try having my students Skype with their book buddy in 5th grade. They could "read" to their book buddy, and the 5th grader can share an appreciation with them.
Tool 5
This tool took about 1.5 hours to complete???? I'm beginning to lose track of time! My suggestion for 11 tools would be to work on one tool a day. I'm feeling a little overloaded with info right now, but I'm trying my best!
Here is a link to a book I created in at http://www.mixbook.com/. I watched the You Tube tutorial that was a link on the Tool 5 page. Then, I just added a few pictures to see how it works. I think this would be a great program to use with Kindergartens. I would need to log on, but they can take classroom pictures and drag the photos to the book's page. It's very simple to do once you are logged on. Then, I can share the link and parents can view their child's classroom work! Take a look here.....
http://www.mixbook.com/photo-books/education/first-day-of-school-5502209
Next, I tried Animoto because I know many "techy" educators use this site. I uploaded photos of my honeymoon in Hawaii to make a video. I wanted to upload a Hawaiian song to go with it, but my mentor suggested not to b/c of copyright rules. So, I just chose a song on Animoto. One of my biggest concerns with social networking is all the copyright laws/terms of use I have to agree to. I get very worried about breaking rules I may not realize/understand! Anyone else worried about this?
Check out my video below. Wish I could be there now....
Here is a link to a book I created in at http://www.mixbook.com/. I watched the You Tube tutorial that was a link on the Tool 5 page. Then, I just added a few pictures to see how it works. I think this would be a great program to use with Kindergartens. I would need to log on, but they can take classroom pictures and drag the photos to the book's page. It's very simple to do once you are logged on. Then, I can share the link and parents can view their child's classroom work! Take a look here.....
http://www.mixbook.com/photo-books/education/first-day-of-school-5502209
Next, I tried Animoto because I know many "techy" educators use this site. I uploaded photos of my honeymoon in Hawaii to make a video. I wanted to upload a Hawaiian song to go with it, but my mentor suggested not to b/c of copyright rules. So, I just chose a song on Animoto. One of my biggest concerns with social networking is all the copyright laws/terms of use I have to agree to. I get very worried about breaking rules I may not realize/understand! Anyone else worried about this?
Check out my video below. Wish I could be there now....
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