Day 3 Reflection

I worked with the SMART Board Recorder, which even after my first year was new to me. It was easy, fast, and full of possibilities.  For my lesson, I had student's create an application problem so they would reach the creating level but use the other levels in the process.  I mainly searched Google for ideas related to today's assignments and discovered some nice application projects posted by other teachers.

Day 2 Reflection

I found many new ideas on pinterest and I have started exploring geogebra.  I found the "Flipped Classroom" fascinating and I learned to relax about the video (no academy awards are forthcoming).  For my student lesson, I am having them create a problem using "special right" triangles giving a  choice of powerpoint, word, or another approved app.

Crushing Barriers

Most teachers would agree that time is the major concern when infusing technology into daily lessons.  Others concerns are students being unable to access sites, rusty tech skills needed, and preparation work. Solutions to these barriers could be using videos to refresh technology skills or coordination with student's tech teachers, having a select few students do a trial run on the chosen site to gauge accessibility, and requiring a hard copy of preliminary preparation work from your students.  These measures overall will aid but not eliminate the time concern and provide a smoother learning experience. 

Day 1 Reflection

Google Doc, SAMR, and Blogging was new to me.  I am exciting about the possibilities of Google Doc with my students; warm-up activity, ticket out of class, understanding check, pair and share, and uses I am only starting to imagine.  I am currently thinking of "Create Your Own Concert" for the infused lesson but this may change.

4 Barriers to Tech Infusion

Top 4 Barriers to Techology Infusion in the Classroom:
Time, Technology Skills Needed, Site Access for Students, and Student Pre-Assignment Preparation.