Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Practicing what I preach
As an instructional leader in my school, I am often promoting the use of technology in instruction. This is especially true for teachers with students with disabilities. I share ideas about technology helping provide equal access to the curriculum and increasing the effectiveness of students' accommodations. However, I am not strong with the use of technology myself and have a small bag of "tech-savvy" tricks that I pull from. Today I will begin the journey of practicing what I preach.
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Ellen,
ReplyDeleteI also like to cook, both at home and at school. I find that cooking in the classroom helps to capture student interest and, at the same time, teaches valuable skills.
I am looking forward to working with you in this class.
Hello Ellen,
ReplyDeleteHaving taught and maximized technology for 17 years, I saw a trend of its use over time. In the beginning, teachers worked on mastering the craft and lost sight on how to use it effectively in classrooms. Recently, society is focusing heavily on how to simplify every tool in order to allow a higher rate of utilization. Even if you don't memorize every algorithm in technology book, I think you are doing a great job in leading your teachers to the right path. I love the fact that you are all set to apply what you preach. It solidifies learning even for us educators.
Cathy