Review of Past Couple Weeks

   The most recent assignment for this course was creating an online Wiki. This was very unfamiliar to me, so it took me a little while to get the complete understanding of this technology. This technology could easily be used in the classroom. It creates an excellent resource for students, parents and the teacher for in or outside the classroom use. For students and parents it is an excellent way to continue to learn and stay updated with the teacher at home. It is a nice way for the teacher to stay organized and to provide helpful resources to students and parents.
 
   Also, I created a desktop movie. This is an excellent resource for students as well. I created a movie about natural disasters. It was mainly a movie listing all the natural disasters and pictures of what they look like. This created an excellent short intro for students to watch before starting a new topic in a science class. Not only does this help with the students understanding, but it helps the teacher prepare for a new topic as well.

  

   Overall the last couple assignments have been great learning opportunities. They have helped me become more knowledgeable about the different technologies I have right at my fingertips.

Half Way Through!

It's so hard to believe we are already half way through the semester. I have learned so much throughout the course of the semester. It truly showing me the limitlessness of using technology in the classroom.

Both projects that used Google was excellent. The gradebook was a great resource to have practice with as I plan to implement that or something very similar to that when I have my own classroom. The Google Form was also an excellent resource to have experience with. Not only is that a great tool for teachers but it also is an excellent way for students to gain more practice.

I also created a Jeopardy game for Algebra 1 students to play to review inequalities before taking a test over them. This really utilizes PowerPoint and is a fun way for students to review and sharpen their skills before taking a test. Upper level math can be hard sometimes to make fun for students so this use of technology to make it more enjoyable for students.

Overall I have been very happy with the different uses of technology we have used and gained experience with so far throughout the course of the semester. I am very eager to see what the second half of the semester has in store.