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As with most technology, I start using it at home with my own two children.  I began using Aurasma to help Jacob with his reading.  Though he is not yet a fluent reader, I did want to build his confidence.  He lights up when he feels more independent with texts.  So, I made brief videos previewing the sight words in his books.  Then, I applied those videos on top of trigger images, the book covers.  Now, when Jacob gets a book, he holds the iPhone above the book, and my video starts playing.  He watches this and gets to see the words while I say them aloud.  I pause during the video for an "I Say - You Say" segment.  He actually says the words right along with the video.  It's so cute. 

  As I was reading a book to my students, I found that I would stop and discuss certain parts in a more meaningful manner.  I would also elaborate on other concepts that would enhance the lesson.