Hi everyone,
I always need time to digest the information from the class before I can respond. I often feel overwhelmed at the end of class and know I need time to figure it out. I do admit I am behind the times but know I need to get going and catch up. I am realizing there are many different applications that do the same things. I did some exploring on our division website and found lots of resources available for teachers at all levels. I really feel that we need to do more networking and sharing within our schools and divisions to help each other learn these applications and then apply them to our situation.
I am planning on reviewing some of these applications and introducing them to our student services team in the fall. I think trying to introduce something new at this time of year will cause too much stress. I hope to put together some podcasts or maybe even some video casts related to some student services tasks that "rookie" resource teachers might like to have and review when needed. I would like to share Diigo with them and try to support each other with finding current research and interventions. Although information overload is always a concern.
Personally, I see how technology solves some of the engagement concerns for some kids. I am also very impressed with our classmates and what they are doing in their classrooms. I am sure it is happening in our classrooms as well, I just need to get out of my office and see it in action.
That is all for now. I am going to try and download the podcasting applications before my next night class.
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It is almost impossible to get ahead of the times with ICT so you just have to jump in the flow and be prepared to be continually learning. I guess that is the new way of the world anyway.
ReplyDeleteThe most important thing is to keep using the digital tools for a practical purpose once you have learned them. It is always great to get your own network of folks set up to try different things with.
It is a lot of information to digest, that is for sure. After June 21 I don't have anymore kids so I plan to spend time then to find ways to incorporate some of these tools into lessons for all of my classes. I am really enjoying it though.
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