Sunday, February 27, 2005
What have I gotten myself into?
Leaving class tonight I felt like my brain could not contain any more information. We went through so many applications that I am having problems keeping them all straight. The only thing to do is try them all out. However, so many applications, so little time.
eBooks:
The many opportunities available by using eBooks is phenomenal. There are so many situations where I could load an eBook for a student to use. If a student does not necessarily like to read, this would be a unique and interesting way that might interest them and encourage them to read a book and take notes. I am very much interested in looking into the use of eBooks and reading research to see if they truly are useful in teaching.
Assessment:
In the past, I have assessed students using pencil and clipboard while walking around the classroom. I then have had to transfer this information to a grade book and then on to the computer. What I would have done to have a handheld computer to make it soooo much easier. The applications that are out there that can organize information and test results would make the classroom teacher's job so much easier and time efficient.
I am constantly amazed at the opportunities available when using a handheld. I am more and more convinced that every school needs to provide handhelds to those teachers who would use them personally and with their students.
eBooks:
The many opportunities available by using eBooks is phenomenal. There are so many situations where I could load an eBook for a student to use. If a student does not necessarily like to read, this would be a unique and interesting way that might interest them and encourage them to read a book and take notes. I am very much interested in looking into the use of eBooks and reading research to see if they truly are useful in teaching.
Assessment:
In the past, I have assessed students using pencil and clipboard while walking around the classroom. I then have had to transfer this information to a grade book and then on to the computer. What I would have done to have a handheld computer to make it soooo much easier. The applications that are out there that can organize information and test results would make the classroom teacher's job so much easier and time efficient.
I am constantly amazed at the opportunities available when using a handheld. I am more and more convinced that every school needs to provide handhelds to those teachers who would use them personally and with their students.
# posted by Ann @ 7:41 PM 
