IP& T 287 Nov 3-9

To be honest I did not see a lot of technology use this week. My teacher did show the class a video and use the overhead projector. The internet is used to look up information prior to teaching. I will use technology this coming week in a lesson and have prepared a PowerPoint presentation with an embedded video clip. In order to do this I will have to arrange to bring a portable projector into the class and I have also checked out a laptop from the McKay Computer Lab. In one of my classes this week, I have observed interactive games being put into presentations and would like to learn how to do that and use it effectively in a classroom setting. I think it would be a good way to assess learning in a fun way.

IP& T Oct 27-Nov 2

This week was our first week going into the schools for our practicum. I have to admit that I was disappointed that my classroom doesn't have a lot of technology in it. My own kids classrooms in Draper all had projectors and computers in them. Because their school is only 2 years old, everything was pretty much brand new and up-to-date. The school that I go to for the practicum is in Riverton and it is a lot older. They don't have projectors or any computers. The schools are in the same district but have a big difference in what they have. I am not even sure what to do for the technology assignment. I am going to ask if there is a portable projector that I can borrow or just check out some laptops for my students. I think that it is important to use something to help engage the students and further their learning.