Carrying out my game plan would require me to research and discover what type of technology do I have access to so that I can better serve my students and to further their education. Some of the technologies that I need to carry out my GAME is the SMARTBOARDs in my classroom, the computer labs so students can access the internet for research assignments, websites that will help them better understand the material like virtual fieldtrips, movie clips, pictures. With the help of these technology I am able to challenge my students to become active learners and make learning fun and exciting.
Additional information that I may needed for carrying out my GAME plan is help from outside resources. Dr. Ross (2009) that utilizing local, regional, and state organizational websites, attend conderences and training, and knowing how to use the technology is how to use assistive technology within the classroom (Ross, 2009). To carry out my action in my GAME plan, I have to be able to rely on others who may be able to guide me in what type of technology will help students become successful and/or teach me on how to incorporate the different types of technology within my lessons. Reaching out to others is a great way to build a collaboration within schools and communities becuase ideas can be shared among the group to better inform others who may have the same questions or problems.
At our school, we have small group meetings that are meant to build up collaboration within each department. These meetings help with bouncing off ideas to other teachers to see what they may have tried within a particular lesson to see what works and what can be improved. Also, we have a faculty meeting where other teachers can share success stories of how and what type of technology help with their students. Sharing and listening within these department and faculty meetings, helps with my growing understanding of what type of technology works and which ones that I may need to spend a little more time researching.
Resource
Ross, John. (2009). Meeting Students' Needs with Technology. Laureate Education, INC. DVD.
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Michael,
ReplyDeleteI think it’s great that you have small group collaboration as well as faculty collaboration in which you share your lessons and ideas—especially those that involve technology. I work in a small school where you would think that collaborating would be easier, but, in fact, it’s just the opposite. I have learned so much from my colleagues during this program, and I would love to have that same sense of community within my own school. As time goes on, I am hoping to share the knowledge I have gained through this program and hopefully network with colleagues at school who are interested in implementing new strategies and tools in their classrooms.
Best of luck on carrying out your GAME plan!
Regina
Michael,
ReplyDeleteI agree that a sense of community is important within a school. My school has develop Personal Learning Communities (PLC) by departments. Our math department has really found these meeting times valuable as we have worked together to re-align our curriculum to new standards and new curriculum. This meetings have also been beneficial in allowing us to discuss strategies/interventions that have increased student success. Teachers who teach the same course are able to plan/create lessons and assessments together. One technological tool our department has been able to enjoy our document cameras and LCD projectors. Another intervention several of us have found beneficial is a SMART Board. Students have commented on how they enjoy the interactivity.
Collaboration within schools and communities is valuable. I wish you luck on following your GAME plan and obtaining those resources you need.
Anna
Michael,
ReplyDeleteYour game plan seems very well organized. I believe that if you continue to collaborate with your colleagues and others that seek out the same goals as you, you will find great success in achieving your goals. That is great that your school has frequent collaborate sessions set up among colleagues. I am curious, how is your district in regards to technology. Do you have many of the neccessities that you speak of to accomplish you GAME plan?
Best of luck,
Ty
To all,
ReplyDeleteThank you for responding to part of my GAME plan. The most important way to build unity within the faculty. With PLC meetings, teacher are able to share stories of what types of technology works and does not work. Our district and school is good about getting the best technology for our students. Over the past few years, we have increased our use of technology and try to incorporate it within most of the lesson plans. Thank you for all the comments and advice.