Tech+Intergration

1.) After watching the video clip “How Differentiated Instruction Works at Forest Lake,” I was surprised to see all the different types of technology integration that could be found within the classroom. Through this video clip I was able to see how teachers can integrate regular “pencil and paper” class work into a technology based program, whether that be through the use of a Smart Board or computers. I was able to see how different computerized programs allow students to express themselves differently while still demonstrating their skills and knowledge of the material being asked from them. I liked this video because it showed how teachers can assess the student though observation, journaling, and technology, including data maintained from the computers and assessing a student by Dibbles through a palm pilot. I also liked how the video showed that even though the student may being doing computer work on their own they come together at the end and work collaboratively together. 2.) After reviewing the articles and video clips assigned, I am now capable of seeing just how important technology integration within the classroom is. Being that technology is the fastest growing medium around, we as future teachers need to be capable of understanding and knowing how to use the latest technologies to benefit not only us and our teaching skills, but for the students as well. Knowing that technology will only continue to grow, it is our jobs as teachers to not only teach students the basics, but to teach it in a way that will be beneficial to their technical needs. Technology integration will allow the student to demonstrate their knowledge of the material through a medium that works well for them. When I become a teacher I will look forward to incorporating computer work with reading and writing, perhaps setting up a blackboard discussion group on material assigned to read. I also look forward to assessing students through technology, being able to seize the knowledge and data given to me and put it to good use to help benefit each child’s individual needs.
 * Technology Intergration:**
 * Technology intergration was a great resource to learn about first within the semster. This particular assignment showed me just how much technology is out there waiting for us as teacher to access to help further the knowledge of students. This assignment showed me that with the use of computers, to podcasts, to the intergration of SMART Boards within the classroom will only help ignite the spark of knowledge within students. This showed me just how important technology intergration is within the classroom and how it is the job of the teacher to utilize this. I as a future teacher will be sure to intergrate technology within the classroom.**