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Technology for a More Productive Classroom
George RietzBattle Ground Academy
T.A.I.S.November 8, 2004
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*Certain copyrighted materials, as well as my own lesson plans and materials, were displayed as examples during the presentation but will not be distributed on the internet.
Topics
I. IntroductionII. Electronic Lesson PlansIII. Interactive PowerPointIV. Class WebpagesV. Writing Errors LogVI. Classroom Hardware
Introduction: Is More Technology Worth the
Hassle?
A. Use what you have.B. Weigh costs vs. benefits.C. Know and consider your own
values and objectives.D. Ask about your school’s
plans.
Electronic Lesson Plans
A. DemonstrationB. BenefitsC. Costs
for more information:
http://www.isdsoftwaredesign.com
Electronic Lesson Plans
A. DemonstrationB. Benefits
1. One-stop organization2. Easier projection and replanning3. Convenience for make-up work4. Increasing efficiency in planning
C. Costs
Electronic Lesson Plans
A. DemonstrationB. BenefitsC. Costs
1. Learning curve for software2. One year of retooling
Interactive PowerPoint
A. Quick Daily QuizzesB. Whiteboard DrillsC. Correcting or Close
ReadingD. Gregorian Karaoke? E. Review Games
Interactive PowerPoint
C. Correcting/Close Reading
Examples:
• Reviewing a Translation
• Discussing a Literary Passage
• Correcting a Worksheet Note: These examples include copyrighted materials,
so they won’t appear on the internet presentation.
Class Webpages
A. DemonstrationB. Benefits
1. Stop reinventing the wheel.2. Stop recopying materials.3. Organize materials for home use.4. Streamline communication with
parents and tutors.C. Time Costs
Class Webpages
A. DemonstrationB. Benefits are many.C. Time costs vary. Decide:
1. What are my objectives?2. How picky am I about design?3. How often will I update?
D. Resources
Class Webpages
D. Resources1. For computerphobes:• Use Word (Save as
webpage.) or other software.
2. For geeks-in-training:• Htmlgoodies• Dynamic Drive
Writing Errors Log
A. Goal: Maximize student learning from mistakes.
B. DemonstrationC. BenefitsD. Costs
Essay Spelling Errors
Wrong-Word Errors
Formal Writing Basics
Sentence Construction
Agreement
Punctuation
M.L.A./C.A.T.S. Format
Other Errors (List below .)
Capitalization Errors
Writing Errors LogA. Goal: Maximize student learning from
mistakes.B. DemonstrationC. Benefits
1. Built-in explanations2. Faster checking of corrections3. Automatic analysis4. Conference tool
D. Costs
Writing Errors Log
A. Goals: Maximize student learning from mistakes.
B. DemonstrationC. BenefitsD. Costs: steep learning
curve for first-time users
Classroom Hardware
A. Remote ControlsB. LCD ProjectorsC. Smart Boards D. Tablet PCsE. Scanners & Document
CamerasF. Personal Technology
Classroom Hardware
A. Remote Controls1. Objective: Manage your class, not your computer.2. IR and RF remotes 3. Wireless Mice & Keyboards
B. LCD ProjectorsC. Smart Boards D. Tablet PCsE. Scanners & Document CamerasF. Personal Technology
Classroom Hardware
D. Tablet PCs 1. Wireless technology combines best features
of notebook PCs, remotes and smart boards. 2. Draw, sketch, or diagram on screen. 3. Project video, access files or internet, and
print wirelessly. 4. Keyboard is truly optional.
E. Scanners & Document CamerasF. Personal Technology
Classroom Hardware
E. Scanners & Document Cameras
1. Scanners2. Document Cameras
F. Personal Technology
P.D.A.s: Let’s Get Real!
A. Objective: portable, quickly accessible information
B. Concept C. Uses D. Costs