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Friday, 31 July 2015
Back to School Savings!
It back to school once again and here is a great sale for you. Go to my store at TPT for a 20% discount off! All you do is select those that you wish to purchase, enter the promo code: BTS15 for a further 10% off at checkout! Yes, you heard me correctly! That is a great big savings of 28%!
Below is a link to some of my latest back to school products that you can find in my store.
Below is a link to some of my latest back to school products that you can find in my store.
Sunday, 12 July 2015
Using Technology in the Classroom
Are you using technology in the classroom or are you integrating technology? Well, depending on your response you would realize that the two are not the same. Using technology in the classroom can simply mean using technological devices for no educational purpose. However, when we integrate technology in the classroom we plan and structure student learning so that the use of these technological devices brings about purposeful learning. Technological devices and media mobile devices includes smartphones and tablets, computers, digital cameras, social media platforms and networks, software applications and the Internet.
Many teachers begin planning with the technological tool in mind as a way of integrating technology, however this is not a good way to start. As with any good lesson you should plan instruction with the student behavioral outcome in mind. What skill or behavior do I want my students to achieve? How best can I get them there? How can I get my students to achieve these objectives? How can I use technological as an instructional tool rather than a tool for content engagement? The use of technological devices must be well positioned and meaningful in your lesson so that it does not become a distraction.
I came across some ideas that I wish to share. Below is a chart from Teachbytes which offers a detailed perspective on the main differences between using technology and integrating technology.
Here are some other helpful articles and videos for you.
Enjoy!
Why Integrate Technology? from Edutopia
How to Integrate Technology? from Edutopia
What is Successful Integration? from Edutopia
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