Reflection on Reaching and Engaging all Learners through Technology

There are several adaptations that I anticipate incorporating into my computer classroom. The three new approaches of technology that I plan on utilizing are online surveys, voice threading, and animations. Along with the current computer classroom technology, the three adaptations are key components necessary in supporting and converting my computer classroom into a successful differentiated classroom.

At the beginning of the next school year, I plan to administer the technology online survey that I created for Reaching and Engaging all Learners through Technology course to my elementary third through fifth grade students. This survey will provide me feedback on the skill level and capabilities of these elementary students so I can adjust my lesson plans as necessary. Additionally, throughout the school year, I plan to administer online assessments to check for student understanding on various software programs.

Another software application that I plan to implement into my computer classroom is voice threading. When students create a project that requires a presentation, they will be acquired to complete a written report and provide a recorded presentation for that written report. This method will support the visual and auditory learners because the project will be visible utilizing the computer classroom Smart Board and auditory with the voice thread. Additionally, many students will benefit from the voice threading to over come their public speaking fears when presenting their project in front of their peers.

The final technology that I plan to introduce to my computer students is animation which is obtained from an online animated website. Normally the computer students utilize Microsoft Power Point to create all their projects for presentation but after completion of this course material, I believe that the inclusion of animation into my computer classroom will instill a renewed learning interest and excitement in my students.