technology in the elementary classroom

TECHNOLOGY IN THE ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM

Miriam P. Rodríguez

Incorporating technology should not be an extra step when you are planning your lessons. It should be a seamless part of your day. It should enrich the learning and teaching experience.

Incorporation is Beneficial for Learners and Educators

Integration In Content Areas

Students are constantly exposed to media and technology.

Incorporation in the classroom ensures that techno-savvy students are engaged.

•Technology integration makes learning more interactive and hands-on.•Student participation is guaranteed.

Benefits of Technology Integration

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Incorporating Technology In:

Content Area Integration

Scanning Worksheets

Using ActiVotes

Use Quia Web

Reading Math

ActiVotes

ActiVotes allows teachers to quickly measure student comprehension. Students read a short passage or listen to a passage and then answer questions using their Activote.

ActiVotes can also be used with BrainPop and BrainPop Jr.

Scanning Worksheets

Worksheets can be scanned and students can interact with the worksheet on the SmartBoard instead of answering questions traditionally.

What is Quia Web?

Technology Everyday

Technology should be used to enrich.

Ideally, it should be a seamless integration.

Everyday use would be optimal but might not be realistic.

Start slow and focus in on one content area and add to your resources throughout the years.