Chapter 1 Blog
The National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) that were covered in Chapter 1, Commutative Properties of Multiplication Using Graphing Calculators Videos fall under basic operations and concepts; 1) Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems 2) Students are proficient in the use of technology. (Bitter, p.12-13). The teacher in the video was demonstrating how to use a graphics calculator to complete a math problem. I thought the teacher took on an interactive teaching approach involving each student. Each child had a graphic calculator on his/her desk. One calculator was connected to the overhead so each child could follow along step by step. This is critical and can make a difference for children who require visual learning aids. Some children need to see a process preformed step by step to be able to understand how to complete the task. The teacher also tried to involve the students by calling on different students and walking around the classroom. Calling on various students keep the students alert and help them pay attention. As a teacher I would make a point to ask the students questions I felt they could answer to build confidence. Walking around the classroom is essential for deterring students from doing others things and not following along. I think the teacher did a good job and I wouldn’t change much since I feel it is important to involve students to keep them alert, involved and interested.
WooHoo, Tammi! Great job on your first blog!
ReplyDeleteYou did a nice job pointing out the standards - this will be helpful as we refer to these standards throughout the semester.
I kind of felt as if the teacher forced the technology into the lesson before the students were ready. I think that technology should not be used just for the sake of using it. It's one of the reasons why I love teaching this class - we focus on the integration as much as the tools. As with any tool, technology has its place in the classroom. It can be a blessing or a curse...sometimes both in the same day!
I like to use these videos to showcase examples of using technology in the classroom. They aren't always 'this is how you should do it' videos. Like this one, there is certainly room for improvement. But honestly, I admire any teacher willing to be recorded! And the videos give me a chance to showcase integration strategies that I would have shown in an on-campus course.
Keep up the good work!