Chapter 12

Chapter 12 : Teacher, Chapter 12 : Teacher, Technology, and the Technology, and the

ClassroomClassroomLourdes Aguirre

Erika Kelly

In this chapter……In this chapter……•What can I do to “get ready” for a lesson if I’m using the computers?

•Where does the “computer part” come in while I’m teaching?

•How do I make it equal for my students with the limited number of computers I have?

ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers

1. Facilitate & Inspire Student Learning & Creativity

2. Design & Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences & Assessments

3. Model Digital-Age Work & Learning4. Promote & Model Digital Citizenship &

Responsibility5. Engage in Professional Growth &

Leadership

Preparing to Implement Technology Integration Lessons

Preparing HandoutsTechnical Step by

Step GuidesResource GuidesAssessment Tools

Preparing TechnologyCreate Digital

FoldersDesign TemplatesLoad Specialized

SoftwareBookmark Internet

sitesTurn on computers

and open applications

Technical Step by Step GuidesGuides can be used

for:• Inserting and

formatting tables• Creating spreadsheet

and charts• Inserting hyperlinks

Guides can be presented as:

Think SheetsIndividual handoutsLaminated Sheets

Resource GuideResource GuideHelps students use their time wisely.Amount of reliance on guide will decrease over time.

Resource Type Where located

Information Provided

World Book Encycl0pedia Resource Bookshelf

Basic Information on U.S

TripSpot www.tripspot.com

Computer 1 Siteseeing guides

Assessment ToolsTask List or RubricGuide Students through instructional processStudents apply specific content knowledge or skill

Preparing TechnologyPreparing Technology

Create Digital FolderDesign TemplatesLoad Specialized SoftwareBookmark Internet SitesTurn On Computers and Open Applicationshttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpv-q

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Template

Managing the ClassroomManaging the ClassroomQuestion 1:Question 1:

What are some classroom rules that you would include aimed specifically toward computer use in the classroom?

Computer Learning CultureHelping one another solve problemsReinforcing each other for making progressEffectively working in physically close

proximity to one anotherExtending the effective working relationships

beyond the computer environment

Classroom Management StrategiesCreate a checklist and proposed timelineFrequently model effective and appropriate

use of computersGrade student work in stagesGive points/grade for productive lab timeDefine and communicate inappropriate use

and enforce loss of computer privileges

Managing the RotationManaging the RotationoOne Computer

o -lessons require minimal computer accesso -focus on “class” producto -Use a projector or large monitor, if possible

oSmall group (3-6 computers)o -Group projectso - Cooperative learning

oComputer Labo -Routine included in lessons

-Encourage sharing ideas

oOne to one laptop accesso -Offers challenges and opportunitieso -Individual challenges

Assisting students with Computer Skills

•Teaching Modeling/Demonstrating•Peer Modeling and Assistance•Technology Posters or Job Aids•Student Handouts

Question 2Question 21. How do you think that you could use the Peer Modeling and Assistance method described on page 323 in order to assist your student with their computer skills?

Keeping Students on TaskImplement the NTeQ ModelCreate interesting problems with real world

emphasisInvolve students in decision makingCollaborative learning groupsProvide individual assistance as neededCheck internet sites students visit frequentlyInvolve students in class computer rules

Managing the ResourcesManaging the ResourcesStudent storage devicesSoftwarePrinting SuppliesFile Management

Computer Care

•Do not allow students to have any food, drinks, or gum when using computers.•Avoid touching the computer screen with fingers.•Use screensaver software to protect the monitor.•Secure cords and cables away from traffic and students.•Clean tracking ball on the mouse.•Use virus protection software.

Question 3:Question 3:3. What are a few main points that we have read about throughout this book about teaching students skills for the 21st Century?

ACTIVITY Develop a 21st Century classroom layout.

Choose either to make a poster or use the computer.On the computer suggested programs or websites:1.Paint2.http://teacher.scholastic.com/tools/class_setup/3.http://classroom.4teachers.org/

Be sure to include the following:- How is the layout going to help you manage the classroom activity?-Will your students be sitting in groups and is so how many per group?- Will the students be moving in a group rotation or independent rotation?-Include anything else that you read about in the chapter and that you feel is of importance.