technology in the classroom
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Technology In The Classroom
St. Raphael’s School
2005-2006
Background
• 1st Year at St. Raphael’s
• 5-12 License in Social Studies
• Teaching and Technology Certificate
• Candidate- K-8 Keyboarding (2005)
• Candidate- Master of Arts (2006)
How To Get A Hold of Me
• At School: 763-504-9450 ext. 311
• By Email: lsimonet@straphaelsschool.com
• My Hours: 6:45 AM – 4:00 PM
• Will Respond Within 24 Hours
• My Digital Portfolio: http://lisasimonet.efoliomn2.com
My Teaching Philosophy
• Create a curriculum that is meaningful and authentic
• Utilize digital tools that enhance learning
• Ensure that students retain information by authentic practice.
• Allow students to begin lifelong learning.
Outline For Presentation
• Why do we need to use technology?
• What resources do we have available?
• What curriculum ideas do you have?
• How can we use technology at home?
Why Use Technology?
• Enrich Learning
• Facilitate Remediation
• Improve Communication
Enrich Learning
• Use Authentic Software Programs– Microsoft Office Suite
• Word• PowerPoint• Excel
– iLife Suite• iMovie • iPhoto
– Inspiration
Facilitate Remediation
• Use of Type to Learn– Keyboarding Skills– Proper Technique
• Research on Ergonomics– Ensure Safety of All Students– Positive Encourage Proper Posture
Improve Communication
• Use of Email to Communicate
• Virtual Field Trips
• “Blogging”
• Digital Portfolios
• Internet Connection
• Mobile Lab
Computer Lab
• eMac Machine• Connected to
Internet• Ample Software• All in One Design• New as of 2005
Mobile Lab
• iBook G4• Wireless Access
to internet with AirPort
• Batteries last up to 5 hours.
• Weighs less than 5 pounds
Curriculum Ideas
• Create iMovie Biographies
• Create PowerPoint Projects
• Use Excel to Graph Data
• Encourage Safe Use of Internet
Using Technology At Home
• Virtual Field Trips
• Websites that encourage learning about diversity
• Journaling or “Blogging”
• Creating a Digital Portfolio
• Use http://www.atomiclearning.com
• Using Digital Camera/Camcorder to create home movies.
Question and Answer Time
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