Chapter 4

Chapter 4 talks about intergrating technology into every day lessons.
In my PreK3 classroom I use a projector. I use it to play educational clips, interactive games, and pictures. I have many educational DVD's and use the Internet to find clips associated with my lessons. We subscribe to Scholastic's Let's Find Out and Clifford's Big Idea magazines. Every flyer is accompanied with an online version with videos, games, and printable worksheets.
For lesson planning I use PlanbookEdu.com. I like it, because I can copy periods. During my day, many periods repeat daily, so with a click of a button I copy plans. I also like it because I can highlight text and use different backgroud color, to make some periods stand out.
Our school uses OptionC for grading and communication with parents. Each students gets a code to sign it to view information. It includes grades, future assignments, attendance history, and messages to and from parents.

For my assesment I use technology during clips. When I play an interactive games, I observe who is participating and answering questions. Students who do not participate (and by now I know who is shy or tired, and who need additional instruction) I meet later for some one-on-one instruction.  I got new  iPads, but haven't put them out yet. We are still learning rules.

I like all the websites and apps provided in the textbook. Although many are not age appropriate for my students, there are some that I find useful. I also appreciate all ideas from my classmates. Thank you for sharing!