Reflection

This class has helped me develop my own technology skills in many ways. I was very nervous when I began this course because of my lack of technological prowess; however, I soon realized that with a lot of work I could incorporate many interesting and exciting lessons in my classroom. The most important thing this class gave me was confidence. The confidence to accomplish my desire to build a technology friendly classroom. It deepened my sense of the teaching and learning process by proving how important and relative technology is to learning and future success in any field my students or I may persue. My perspective of a learner-centered classroom was confirmed during this class. I have always felt learning is heightened when students are involved. Some ways I accomplish a learner-centered classroom are debating, making posters, and by using my active board. One plan to expand student achievement using technology is by incorporating more lessons using my active board. I plan to create some of my own flipcharts my students can participate in and experiment with.
One goal I visualize in my future classroom environment is adding two more computers in my room which I will use to incorporate more group activities, for individual assessing, and to enhance my students' creativity. I plan to write a grant in order to overcome the cost of adding these computers.
This class has enhanced a lure of technology for me, and proven its vital impact to society and learning.

Podcast interview with k and 5th grade students regarding technology

This podcast was created to see how familiar students are with technology. I interviewed three kindergarten students and four fifth grade students and asked questions ranging from how often they watch television to active board use in their classrooms.

The demographics in my kindergarten classroom include sixteen students of whom ten are caucasian, five are Hispanic, and one is from China. Three are upper middle class, four are in the lower socio-economic status, with the remainder being middle class. All but one of my students have a computer at home - which surprised me. They all have a television, and all of my students' parents have a cell phone. Some use a cell phone instead of a home phone, which I beleive will be the status quo in the near future.

It is difficult to hear clearly, but I hope you can distinguish our voices!

http://amorea.podbean.com/

K and 5th grade technology experience interview