ice 234: survey of computers in schools christy keeler, ph.d. one-computer classroom
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ICE 234:Survey of Computers in Schools
ICE 234:Survey of Computers in Schools
Christy Keeler, Ph.D.
One-Computer Classroom
Provide each group member a different color booklet and read
the introduction silently.
Provide each group member a different color booklet and read
the introduction silently.
Daily ObjectivesDaily Objectives• List examples sponge activities using
slideshow tools.• Identify methods of utilizing curriculum-
specific software in classrooms having only one computer.
• Evaluate software quality based on its instructional usefulness.
• Identify means of leveraging the potential of classrooms with only one computer.
Daily OutlineDaily Outline• Independent Reading
• Opening
• Sponge Activities
• Decisions, Decisions!
• Discussion: Whole Group Games
• Lecture: Curriculum-Specific Software
• Closing
Sponge ActivitiesSponge Activities• What is a “sponge activity”?• What are the benefits of using a sponge activity?• How could you use the technique of writing a
question on the board as a sponge technique in elementary classrooms?
• Examples
Sponge Activity: Daily Oral LanguageSponge Activity: Daily Oral Language
is the cat run fast or slow.
Sponge Activity: VocabularySponge Activity: Vocabulary
Wadi: A riverbed which is dry except during periods of rainfall.
Decisions, DecisionsDecisions, Decisions• In what subject areas could you use it and with
what grade levels?• How long would it take to complete this game in
an elementary classroom setting?• What benefits do students gain from participating
in this simulation?
Configuration MethodsConfiguration Methods• Small Group• Learning Centers
– Small group
– Independent
• Whole Group
Standards / Curriculum Standards /
Curriculum
InstructionInstruction
Selecting Instructional SoftwareSelecting Instructional Software
IndividualNeeds
IndividualNeeds
AssessmentAssessment
• Types of instructional software– Computer-assisted instruction (CAI)
– Drill-and-practice
– Games
– Simulations
• Locating instructional software– Libraries (school, public, university)
– Bookstores
– Online
Instructional SoftwareInstructional Software
Instructional Software: QualityInstructional Software: Quality• Equitable access
• Diversity
• Appropriate language– Limited English Proficiency (LEP/ESL)
– Reading level
– Non-offensive, non-discriminatory
• User friendly/Graphical user interface (GUI)
• Fun factor
Instructional Software: ManagementInstructional Software: Management• Managing resources / Establishing rules
– Who, When, Why, What, How
• Managing students through group configurations
• Assessment methods
Daily ObjectivesDaily Objectives• List examples sponge activities using
slideshow tools.• Identify methods of utilizing curriculum-
specific software in classrooms having only one computer.
• Evaluate software quality based on its instructional usefulness.
• Identify means of leveraging the potential of classrooms with only one computer.
Daily OutlineDaily Outline• Independent Reading
• Opening
• Sponge Activities
• Decisions, Decisions!
• Discussion: Whole Group Games
• Lecture: Curriculum-Specific Software
• Closing
For Next SessionFor Next Session• Readings and Reading Quiz
– The ABCs of Website Evaluation
• UNLV Midterm– Participation grades
• Bring headphones to next session