Educational Technology Adventures

"Are you for or against technology in the classroom?" - This is a big question for educators. The following are articles, I have researched on both sides of this topic 🖳 Articles in support of technology in the classroom: Benefits of Technology in the Classroom Effects of Technology on Classrooms and Students Articles against technology in the classroom" In Defense of the Traditional Classroom Why Some Teachers Are Against Technology in Education Throughout these articles I found some pros 👍 and cons  👎 of using technology in the classroom Pros 👍 - Technology in the classroom… Helps students develop tech skills for success outside of school in the future  Makes learning more interesting/fun Lets students learn at their own pace – according to abilities and needs  Puts students in an active role in the learning process  Gives students more motivation for school work – more ways in which students can excel Presents opportu

Using Technology Technology can be used in all different subject areas in school. History/Geography Science Language and Phonics Reading and Writing Math Art and Music  Even PE! And there are many online websites and resources available that can help teachers review student's knowledge on different subjects.  Math Game Websites  I tested out two Math Game websites to see what different subjects they had and how students could use them in the classroom. Here are the links if you want to try them and a little info about them.  Math Playground (click on for link) This website is organized by grade level or by category/subject you are teaching in math. There is a teacher section to give teachers ideas on how to use different games and the common core standards for different grade levels. Math Play   (click on for link) It h as games for higher grades as well including 7th-8th grades and Algebra topics. G ames are accordi

Hey everyone! This is the link to my unit reflection PowerPoint and paper: My Unit of Study Folder This will tell you some about the unit of study I created, the technology and apps used, and my thoughts about it. Sadly google slides does not do the correct formatting or voice over for the PowerPoint. So you will have to download it in order to view it correctly and hear my lovely voice ;)  For some reason on the fourth slide you have to click to continue, but the rest are automatic Hope you enjoy!

Hey everyone! I have created a unit of study using these apps: Multiplication Table Kids Math Sand Draw Sketch Drawing Pad: Creative Doodle Art My unit of study is focused on multiplication skills at the 3rd grade level. Here is the link to the Unit Plan, Lesson Plans, and additional resources I used: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18Z1X75z24majBqRZv5RJGlzzVLR2iiQ7?usp=sharing