Although this semester is coming to an end, this is truly just the beginning! From the very first day through to the last day, I have learned a tremendous amount in EDTS 325. I have created and implemented a lesson plan using SMART Notebook to my fellow peers. I have created and maintained a teaching … Continue reading This is Just the Beginning!
Technology
My Footprints Lead The Way
"What social media are you on and what does it tell about you?" I thought I would share my thoughts on my digital footprint and what my social media accounts currently say about me as a pre-service teacher. I have accounts on Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter (specifically used as a pre-service teaching account), and Facebook. Unless … Continue reading My Footprints Lead The Way
Internet… Fact or Fiction?
I recently tried an online activity in my EDTS 325 course that really made me think and analyze what I read on the internet. I participated in an "Information Race" where we were split into teams and had to find answers to a particular set of questions using the internet. The first team to finish … Continue reading Internet… Fact or Fiction?
PowToon | The “Not-So-Fun” Fun Website!
I used PowToon to create a short video that states my 3 tips I learned while in EDTS 325 (an edtech course for those that are confused at this point)! I titled this blog post the "not-so-fun" fun website because boy, did I have an eventful time (to say the least) creating my PowToon! I … Continue reading PowToon | The “Not-So-Fun” Fun Website!
Classroom Scavenger Hunt using Goosechase
Goosechase is an interactive scavenger hunt app that engages students and encourages learning all while having fun in the process! I cannot wait to use Goosechase during staff meetings! We all know a staff meeting is not the most exhilarating activity, however, I think incorporating Goosechase into the staff meeting would bring lots of excitement, … Continue reading Classroom Scavenger Hunt using Goosechase
My thoughts on “TOP 12 MUST-READ CANADIAN TEACHER BLOGS”
Top 12 Must-Read Canadian Teacher Blogs I searched through, and analyzed, all 12 blogs and this is what I concluded: 1. My favorite blog is "Ms. Cassidy's Classroom Blog" for numerous reasons. It is very evident that she is a teacher that strives in going the extra mile. She mindfully created a wonderful blog that … Continue reading My thoughts on “TOP 12 MUST-READ CANADIAN TEACHER BLOGS”
Technology and the Education World.
Digital Citizenship Digital Citizenship Digital Citizenship is an important aspect of school. It provides students the opportunity to become more responsible technology users. Technology allows worldwide communication, sharing videos and photographs, and consuming and creating information to share. In order to reduce the risk of the harmful effects of technology, Digital Citizenship urges students to … Continue reading Technology and the Education World.
Why is technology important in schools?
1. First of all, why is technology important in the classroom? Technology First of all, why is technology important in the classroom? allows teachers and students to work and plan more efficiently in the classroom. We have access to a variety of websites, e-mail, social media, YouTube, etc. to assist in learning, educating, and having … Continue reading Why is technology important in schools?
Miss V & Her Class 