I LOVE TECHNOLOGY! I know the opportunities are endless when it comes to using technology in the classroom.
Integrating more technology in my classroom would allow for more individualized
learning. Students would be able to
create and show their learning in new ways.
My biggest apprehension for having more technology is the learning becoming
so individualized that students aren’t able to interact with one another as
much. This can be overcome by having
students work together on group projects or sharing and hearing feedback about
what they are doing from their peers
In my classroom, I have observed
students become excited about learning with technology. I have seen students create projects as a
class with the iPads and seeing their faces light up when they see the finished
product. I have seen students thrive to
be able to learn with the iPad or SMART board.
They enjoy seeing technology, using technology, and learning with technology.
My idea for integrating technology
to get students to the modification or redefinition level is to give students
choice in how they want to show what they know.
Children are so creative and when given the opportunity they will strive
to reach the unknown.
I love your ideas about how to get to the "M" and the "R" of the SAMR model. Student choice is something I believe in but I sometimes have a difficult time letting go and giving them too much choice. I have the same fear of integrating too much technology and seeing the connections between them dwindle. I think group work is a great way to avoid that yet have them working daily with the i-Pads etc. Good ideas, Lori!
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