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Presentation on Cool Tech Tools at the 2011 SECA Conference, in Power Point 2007 format
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…for the Tech-Savvy, Technology Novices,
and Everyone in Between
Cool Technology Tools in Early Childhood
Dr. Diane BalesUniversity of GeorgiaCooperative Extension
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Where We’re GoingAttitudes about technology and childrenWhat makes technology useful in early
childhood?Tips for using technology in early childhoodCautions and challenges with technologyCool tech tools and web resources
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Four Uses of Technology in ECE
1. Teacher planning and collaboration2. Communication with families3. Direct teaching with children4. Hands-on discovery learning
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The Web in Today’s World
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Web 2.0The web is no longer just a source of
static information. Users expect to contribute to content.Content changes much more quickly.Collected knowledgeHow do we know what to trust?
Image from www.learnit2.com/tutorial%20018/index.html
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The World is Changing…Technology is a part of our society.Children born today will be “digital
natives.”Children see adults using technology.“Web 2.0” has changed our ways of
understanding the world.
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Attitudes about Technology in Early Childhood
Technology = change
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The “Technology Question” Is ChangingThe “old” question: Should young
children use computers and other technology?
The “new” question: When and how should young children be introduced to technology?How early is too early?What’s developmentally appropriate in
Preschool?Early elementary?Later elementary?
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Technology in ECE?Benefits
Authentic way to explore new topics
Chance to createWay to share creations
and receive feedbackSupports critical
thinkingChance to work
together
ChallengesPassive activityUnequal access to tech
toolsCan be overusedSafety concerns for
children onlineEasy access to
inappropriate content
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All Tech Tools are Not Alike!Effective technology tools for children
Child-directed and child-controlledFocused on authentic discovery learning
Ineffective technologiesTeacher-directed demonstrationsRepetitive programsFocused on drill and practice of a specific skill
Many programs for children are developmentally inappropriate!
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Problems with “Drill and Kill”
Requires quick reaction timeNo chance for creativityNo way outIncreases frustrationReduces problem solvingDecreases children’s motivation to use
computers
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A “Drill and Kill” Example
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Technology in ECE should be…Developmentally appropriateUsed only when it’s the best toolAvailable as just another learning materialUsed for exploration and discoveryA chance for collaborative learningAvailable to all childrenAdult-monitored!
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Some Types of TechnologyDigital camerasMusic players (iPods and others)Tablet computers (iPads and others)Digital microscopesDigital whiteboardsSmart toys
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Tech Example: The ProScopeDigital USB microscopeHand-held and portableChild-safeCan be used to examine
almost anythingImages saved as digital photos or videosCosts about $250
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The ProScope
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Creative Uses of TechnologyWebcams and online conversations
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Creative Uses of TechnologyCreate a digital alphabet!
Image from www.alphabetphotography.caImage from www.alphabetphotography.ca
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Creative Tech IdeasHere’s a sample of what you can do with Comic Life in about 5 minutes!
Comic LifeSoftware packageQuick way to share
photos in a meaningful way
Relatively inexpensive ($29.95)
www.plasq.com
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Cool Tools on the WebPhoto Sharing
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Cool Tools on the WebStorybook Creation
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Cool Tools on the WebBlogs
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Cool Tools on the WebHome Page Setup (3 X 3 Links)
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Cool Tools on the WebAnimating Drawings
Animated Slideshows from Photos
Creating Artwork from Photos
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Wordle
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Cool Tools on the WebCollaborative Document Creation
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Cool Tools on the WebImage Sharing and Commenting
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Cool Tools on the WebSocial Bookmarking
Bookmark collectionAccessible from any computer Can be shared with others Communication tools
Commenting on linksHighlights and sticky notesDiscussion topic threads
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What About Babies and Toddlers?
AAP Recommendation: No screen time for children under age 2
Is all “screen time” alike?Active vs. PassiveChild-controlled tools?The iPad example
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Keeping Children Safer OnlineAlways review websites thoroughlyWatch for similar addresses!Set limits on children’s online accessSupervise carefullyTeach children “safe surfing”