* I want to apologize to y'all for not having my blog up for this week's class. I was having technical issues with it, so I wasn't able to post on time. I hate being that person, so please forgive me? :) *
Anyway, on with the show...or blog. This week we discussed LoTi and its value on our technology implementation in the classroom. Looking over the different levels of LoTi really got me thinking about how we use technology within our schools. My school is really starting to put technology in each classroom. We now all have LCD projector that connect from the computer to a screen, which is really nice. All the science teachers have a SmrtBoard, and the students really love those.
I'm really looking forward to changing my Level 3 and 4 lessons into Level 5 lessons. We talked about how to do that in our Break Out room, and I don't think we ever really came to a conclusion. I'm hoping that we'll really sink our teeth into that issue as the weeks go on, because I hate doing mediorce lessons that I know could be really awesome with the right technology.
As for my project, I ran the Movie Maker idea past my students, and they all seemed pretty excited about using digital technology to create a language arts project. They are used to doing that kind of thing in social studies and science, but never in L.A. My problem with it is trying to connect it to actual writing practices. Since 8th grade is so concentrated on the writing test given in January, I want to make sure I connect with that element. Suggestions?
About Me
- julianne
- I am an 8th grade Language Arts teacher at Oconne County Middle School in Watkinsville, GA. I also coach cheerleading and track for my school. I am currently working on my Master's in Middle School Ed. Yippee!
3 comments:
Yeah, our group didn’t really come up with a conclusion. I think it is difficult to find a good balance of technology in classroom teaching. Hopefully our technology application will change and improve as the semester proceeds.
By the way, the Movie Maker project idea seems interesting. I want to know more about it as you progress.
I like the Movie Maker idea as well. I am exploring the possibility of using that tool with my students too, although I'm still not positive what I'm going to do. You could always have them create a movie that "teaches" a step in the writing process or something like that or have them illustrate how to do a five paragraph essay.
Your ideas for your project sound great so far.I know the students would love to use Movie Maker and also use digital cameras. My mother taught 8th grade language arts for 25 years and for her last year she always talked about how difficult it was to integrate the new technology into her lessons. Maybe you could have them write persuasive essays and then video tape themselves acting their point out, or turn in into a skit where they can make props and scenery. I don't know if this is to elementary? Or maybe have them present their points in a powerpoint presentation placing taking video footage...just some suggestions. Hope you have a great week!
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