Many critics of Twitter believe that the 140-character microblog offered by the ubiquitous social network can do little for the education industry. K-12 teachers have taken advantage of Twitter's format to keep their classes engaged and up-to-date on the latest technologies. The following projects provide you and your students with 50 ways to incorporate Twitter into important and lasting lessons.
Although the history will show that the posts to this blog are sporadic, they are rich in information, ideas and contain great links, resources and ideas for ICT use in the Early Childhood setting.
Technology is used a lot but only in low level uses (ie Facebook, and Google search). If asked to perform a “complex” task such as creating a presentation or editing a photograph most teachers would come unstuck.
I have used new software and packages during my uni course that I wouldn't have otherwise experienced. It is great to be pushed into that uncomfortable stage while learning a new program but the achievement feeling when you have worked it out is great and very rewarding. There is so much out there that could be used in the classroom but you need to seek it out!
Until I started EDC3100 I wouldn't have considered myself a 'low level user'. I am however making progress. It is challenging at times since there are so many resources that can be applied. Without this course I would have been in the dark about the possibilities.
We know when we have achieved successful technology integration: it is when we use technology without even thinking about it.
Educators: Are you a teacher who is overwhelmed by all the mandates of what you must do with your students that just doesn't seem humanly possible? Do you recognize that the way you were taught to teach only works for your top students?
The Nerdy teacher shares her experiences through out the development of classroom managements. She also talks about her students blogging. CHECK HER OUT!!!
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