using technology using technology to differentiate instruction march 2, 2012
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A quick review of differentiated instruction
Why use technology?
Create Technology projects to differentiate instruction
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Research from the Center of Applied Research in Educational Technology indicates:
Technology is most effective when integrated with curriculum content
Students’ performances are enhanced when they use technology in pairs and collaborative groups
21st Century SkillsDigital learners process information at “twitch speed” with the
ability to determine its usefulness in a matter of seconds
Digital learners learn best through trial and error
Today’s students perceive technology as an artifact of their culture
*According to research conducted by Beck and Wade (2004)
If I can assist you in just If I can assist you in just
ONE way …ONE way …
★ Increase your Repertoire of Technology Tools
(Remember to offer multiple format CHOICES to your students, to appeal to the students’ range of abilities.)
Let’s look at some sample tools
That you can offer to to your students as choices for their projects
OR
That you can use to create inspirational messages or aids in your classroom
Xtranormal
Project created by Iris Han in Bruce Sherman’s class:
http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/12691132/townshend-acts?page=1
Big Huge LabsProjects in multiple formats:
Trading Cards Cube
Movie PosterWallpaper
Magazine Cover Pocket Album
Badge Bead Art
Calendar Billboard
Cube Photo Fortune
Framer CD Cover
Glogster
Poster Project(Author Study example)
http://edu.glogster.com/presentation/glog-flow/3267091
Let’s give it a try…..Get into groups OR work alone on a project
you WOULD use in YOUR classroom…..
Note: I’ve put some images in Shared Documents for quick practice with these technology sites.
FINAL REMINDERS AS YOU USE FINAL REMINDERS AS YOU USE TECHNOLOGY IN YOUR TECHNOLOGY IN YOUR
CLASSROOMS….CLASSROOMS….
Identify student learning styles to customize learning experiences by better meeting student needs.
Offer students a choice when establishing projects and desired outcomes.
Technology integration should be seamless and meaningful, it's not something "Extra".
Start simple and build upon to establish an instructional repertoire.
Use technology resources that are accessible 24/7.
Ask your digitally connected students for assistance, they will enjoy it!!
Be practical and realistic with yourself and your students.
Have fun!
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