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This article explores ELL's reactions to blog-assisted language learning. While ESL students, were enthusiastic to lean through this forum, many factors led to unsuccessful results. Students were hindered by social worries regarding peers having access to their work and by how time consuming this learning tool was in actuality. However, the authors do not suggest giving up on this tool as it is such a new idea and research is still incomplete to date.

This article is about a secondary education language arts university class that paired with a 6th grade class. The 6th graders would submit their papers to the college student, who would then edit it and return it electronically. The purpose of this pairing was to use technology to make the 6th graders better writers and the future English teachers better at revising papers. Both teachers involved believed that it was a success and all of the students improved as a result.

This is a great activity for middle school kids.

This article is talking about the benefits technology has for, not only general education classroom students, but also for special education students and students with disabilities. Technology has helped fill in the gap for students with special needs, whether it is a hearing or vision impairment, or low motor skills. Assistive technology, defined as "any technology, high tech or low tech, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of students with disabilities. Technology helps make learning possible to those who may not have the chance to learn otherwise.

Assistive technologies provide a wealth of opportunities for students with special needs.

In response to the article The 7 Golden Rules of Using Technology in Schools , teacher Patti Grayson wrote a point-by-point summary of exactly how it plays out in her class. Here's her take.

This article is about the idea that adding technology into the classroom is not leveling the playing field for all students. That is a scary idea given the fact that we are integrating more and more technology into the classroom in hopes of trying to figure out how to better the education of all students. The question from here is, what can we do about this if the facts support the hypothesis presented in this article?

This is definitely something to consider. We make sure that technology is effective for all students.

This article is about the relevance of social media in today's classrooms. Facebook allows students to work collaboratively with teachers and peers, and encourages creativity and communication. Facebook can be used by teachers to post homework, create groups, communicate with parents, and to works with other teachers.

This is a great guide for schools and teachers thinking about using Facebook with students.

"Combining the arts with technology can create new and exciting ways to keep students motivated and engaged in the learning process and the world around them." Software and technology can assist all students in creative growth. Examples of sites to try for visual art include SketchUp7, Destination Modern Art, and Art Weaver.

Great article on the importance of the arts in education!

Experience has taught Colleen Ruggieri to hand over some control of the classroom and the schedule along with the iPod Touches she distributes to her students. She doesn't mind if students use work time for more than English lessons; the technology-rich environment encourages it. "Monitor student behavior, but don't continuously worry about multitasking," Ruggieri advised.

This article talks about using Ipods or Ipads in an English setting. She uses the apps to access her student's knowledge of literary terms or reading comprehension and allows her students a different way to learn. Often, students that are knowledgeable of applications or devices become the authority in teaching the class and the teacher.

I think iPods and iPads provide a wide variety of options for English classrooms. I'm amazed that the students didn't have issues with reading on such small devices.

This is a blog about how technology trends have changed the classroom we are in today. The on demand and interactivity has drastically increased. It also talks about how we expect an immediate reaction to everything these days with everything being mobile and instant. It also includes the classroom outcome of many sources.

I've read similar books and articles that describe this trend as "real time." The idea that we want everything instantaneously due to advances in technology.

This article talked about the different types of technology that can be used in the PE classroom and how to use it. It specifically talked about the common things like flip video cameras and cell phones. There were also links to websites that could help students record activity and strength gains.

This was a great article to give you more ideas on how to incorporate technology into the physical education classroom.

Elementary education focuses on learning through playing engage the students and expand on their knowledge. Technology can help to engage students with different learning styles. The article 'Impact of Technology in Elementary Classrooms' provides positive ways in incorporate social networks and technology in the classroom.

I enjoyed the infographic on kids and mobile technology!

Digital learning starts with teachers. Technology is not something that can just be thrown into a classroom with no instruction. The three tips include: 1- Plan Ahead 2- Try Something New 3-Become an Educational Designer.

Great advice! I didn't know there was a Digital Learning Day!

78% of K-12 teachers believe technology in the classroom makes a positive difference; however, 17% believe it does not make a difference. Students today spent a majority of their day using 21st century technologies and if teachers put them in a 19th century classroom settings, they will have a significant disconnect with their students. Technology can raise students enthusiasm for learning, as well as amplify a teacher's strengths or weaknesses.

If a teacher isn't invested or prepared, technology can definitely spotlight a teacher's weaknesses.

Teachers are wondering if their student's attention spans and their ability to face and work through challenging tasks are hampered by technology. Some teachers argue they have to work harder to capture their student's attention and curiosity. Currently, there is not enough evidence from studies to substantiate this claim so researchers are querying educators as they feel their subjective input is the most accurate at this current time.

An interesting perspective on technology in the classroom!

By the end of the school year, your second grader may be using word processing programs. They should be able to use draw and paint software. They should be able to use PowerPoint for presentation and have a wide range of technology by the end of second grade.

This article included great information for me. I'm always curious to learn when students are learning these programs.

This article explores uses for the iPad in a bridge school focusing solely on English language learners. The use of iPad was hugely successful and allowed students to communicate more effectively and efficiently in their second language. Apps that were used were dictionaries, translators, kindle books, and pages.

It's amazing how quickly the iPad is changing the landscape of the classroom!

This article discusses a study conducted by researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles, which looked at the correlation of prolonged exposure to screen time and students inability to read facial expressions. This article makes me question how to use technology effectively for students and not just use something with a screen to say I've "incorporated technology" into my classroom. Technology should be a tool we use to supplement our real world experiences in education.