Technology in the ClassroomGeneral Introduction Ideas for Managing and Using Computers in the Classroom

Karen Work RichardsonJune 2001

Integrating Technology MayChange the way you teachChange the way you interact with your studentsChange the expectations you have for your studentsFree you to really do what you do best: TEACH!

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ACOT Stages of Technology IntegrationEntryLearn the basics of using the new technology (skill)AdoptionUse new technology to support traditional instruction (create puzzles or worksheets, use for information)AdaptationIntegrate new technology into traditional practice (application software)AppropriationFocus on cooperative, project-based, and interdisciplinary work InventionDiscover new uses for technology tools

Web ResourcesThe BEST Site for One Computer Classrooms: http://www.furman.edu/~pecoy/mfl195/onecomputer.html

A Sample Web-based Lesson:http://www.wmburgweb.com/Resources/Lesson/index.htm

A GREAT portal for Teachers:http://www.teach-nology.com/

Issues of Computer UseExpectations : What do you hope to achieve?Room ArrangementWhere do students use the computer?Management/SchedulingWhen do students use the computer?How do students use the computer?IntegrationWhy do students use the computer?

Room ArrangementEasy access for students and for teacherEasily supervisedPlenty of spaceNeatly organized

Planning the WhenBe fairBe realisticBe consistent Have the computer in use all the timeConsider using Friday as catch-up day

Use time or defined task to determine how long each child or group can be at the computerUse technology to track usage

Planning the HowDevelop a system for using the computerThink smallAssign learning groupsEmphasize pre-planning

Limit data entryCreate a homepage with agendas and linksUse class buddies to update computers users who miss classwork

Planning the HowEnforce expectations Avoid floppy disksUse students as computer helpersGet helpSteal!Use scaffoldsTask cardsChecklistsTemplates

IntegrationExamine current unit or activity for ways to add technologyRewrite the lesson unit to identify changes due to technologyPrepare materials and create schedule

IdeasLook up info related to current class discussionDaily info like sunrise/sunset, tides, temperatureClass newspaper or journalOngoing storyClass web page

IdeasDrill and practiceSimulationsAdding adjectives and adverbsSubject/verb agreementIdentify poetic devicesBrainstorming

IdeasHave students create task cards for a particular activity or web siteDraw story websIllustrate vocabulary wordsMake lists, sort lists, organize listsPrint out clip art or graphics to use in collagesAdd graphics and pictures to a class collectionMini-lessons

IdeasUse computer group work to teach cooperative learning skillsHave ongoing personal projects that children can work on for short periods of time throughout the year(write in journal or add to a web page)Take or make a quizComplete or make a puzzle

IdeasGroup or class e-mail letterClass databaseEnter group info into spreadsheet and graphElectronic worksheetsReading databaseClass calendarAdd a label

IdeasCreate a school directoryMake an alphabet bookPrepare for a field tripReport on a field tripWrite a captionAdd a sentence

IdeasQuicktime moviesVenn diagramsColor maps in PaintCreate a timelineDiagram a sequencePut the pictures in order

IdeasUse commercial softwareFind time for exploration and creativityChart information in a tableCollaborate on a bannerModel using the computer as a toolUse a picture to illlustrate a topic

Technology in the ClassroomKaren Work Richardson karen@wmburgweb.com