Wednesday, June 8, 2011

SMALL KINE: 10 East Steps to Begin Using Technology in Your Classroom!

In Hawai'i, we say "small kine," in pidgin term, which means minor, or easily done... Therefore I have assisted Scholastics in creating 10 Easy Steps to Begin Using Technology in Your Classroom : )

HOW TO BEGIN...
  1. Use technology for administrative tasks. To gain comfort and familiarity, Angela recommends teachers use the computer on a daily basis for sending e-mails, recording grades, or planning curriculum.
  2. Tap into professional development opportunities. Seek out technology assessment and training within your school or district. Also consider distance learning that you can take for credit, including offerings from Scholastic RED.
  3. Start small. First, use technological resources as a reference tool. For instance, print out an online lesson plan that fits into one of your units. Next, look for ways to incorporate technology directly into your teaching.Add technological components one at a time. If you've already made use of interactive current events, consider creating your own newscast by making student movies.
  4. Find a buddy. A fellow teacher, friend, or family member who is tech savvy can help you with the basics. As you build knowledge, you'll be able to swap approaches and resources. Check in with the outstanding teachers linked below to keep up with their latest and greatest ideas all year long:
     5. Setting An Internet Policy and Digital Citizenship Contract
         Why Have a Technology Policy in Your School or Library?
        There are many benefits to using the Internet in elementary and intermediate education, but it is important for you to harness this powerful tool so that it is effective and safe for student use. For every great educational site, there are several more that feature     unacceptable content for children. One of the best ways to keep the Internet safe is to teach responsible use, which is why developing and implementing your Appropriate Use Policy (AUP) is so imperative.
     6. Managing Your Classroom Computer Center or Lab
     7. Research Effective Software Programs that will benefit your Content Standards, NETS, Curriculum and Instruction, Assessments, and all Diverse Learners.
     8. Implement and Integrate software and programs to Curriculum and Insrtuction for students to use.
     9. Ask for student feedback and reflections to technology use and other ways to implement and use technology in their classroom.
    10. SHARE, PUBLISH, and SHOWCASE student work for all to see their GOOD WORKS!

RESOURCES:
http://www2.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=6763
http://www2.scholastic.com/browse/article.jsp?id=3748912
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  1. \m/s. UtaiJune 8, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    I began my teaching career in 2002, and these are the 10 Easy Steps I Used to help Guide Me in using and implementing Technology in my classroom. This did not take a day to Master, but I would say years of trial and error and collaboration with colleagues, peers, and students. It takes a Community to accomplish this great task on Beginning to Use Technology. All these Steps are Vital for Safety... What I found to really support technology implementation is communicating with district, school, staff, community, and students. It Can Be Done!

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