Using Technology in My Classroom

I feel that incorporating technology in the classroom is a very important thing to do as a teacher. I think that it is essential for teachers to give their students opportunities to learn using technology because the more they use it, the more comfortable they will feel using it. Technology is constantly changing and becoming better as the years progress and knowing how to use it is becoming imperative. Also technology is becoming more accessible and there is a wealth of information that can be found on the internet. This can be very useful when your students have to find information or do research on a particular topic. Since there is so much information that can be viewed on the internet, it is also important for the teacher to show the students that not all of the information found is accurate and can be trusted. As a teacher, it is our responsibility to give examples (both good and bad) of what to look for in a website to ensure that they are accurate and up to date.

Technology can be incorporated within any classroom and for any subject. Some different examples of technology that may be used in my own classroom would be presentations using power point, listening to recordings/interviews, watching informational videos, typing up writing assignments, using software programs to enhance understanding of a topic, having online discussions and handing out a brochure with homework help sites.

I could introduce new information using a power point presentation. I think that students find these interesting because the teacher can include examples and pictures along with the specific information. Having a presentation prepared also allows more time for discussion instead of writing all of the information down on the board for the students. These presentations can also be printed off if a student is absent that particular day. I think that listening to recordings or watching informational videos are also important because they provide a specific example that the students may be able to relate to. I think that typing up assignments allows the students to get comfortable with typing and using the different programs on the computer. This may also be a positive thing for students who don't have the best penmanship because the teacher will be able to understand the main points the student is trying to make. I also think that using software and having sites that are accessible to students can help with their understanding with a particular subject. If the student is having troubles they can easily look at the different resources available to use as an extra aid.

These are some of the many reasons why I believe technology should be used in the classroom!