Technology-Enhanced lesson 2

For my lesson I constructed a short PowerPoint. This PowerPoint correlated with the book by Guided Reading group was studying, specifically that of bridges. The students were provided the opportunity to guess the bridge before it was labeled on the screen and it appeared to be an enjoyable activity for them. Furthermore, we explored some of the places in the world where these bridges may be found, and discussed why the people chose these specific bridges. I believe this lesson was effective because it was a smooth transition for students, provided an interactive learning environment, and reinforced their previous learning.

Technology-Enhanced lesson

My plan for my technology enhanced lesson involves the guided reading group that I work with. Currently they are reading a book about bridges and some of the unique places where they are found. I plan to put a powerpoint together of various images of these bridges in real life in order to give these students a better frame of reference for what they are reading about. As I go through the powerpoint, students will label the various bridges before I provide the actual name of the bridge in order to reinforce comprehension and the gathering of information.

Classroom Technology Review

While doing the technology inventory I found it rather difficult to obtain the answers I needed due to my placement in a first grade classroom.  The children are rarely exposed to technology with the exception of their computer lab time about once a week.  If the students are struggling with reading or math, they are often brought to resource where they are allowed to use specific tutoring programs on the computers to aid them in their eduction.  Otherwise, most of the technology is intended for the older grade levels and especially for teacher usage.

Virtual Tour

Just in case you didn't see the link under "my links" this is my virtual tour.

http://sites.google.com/site/teachertoolssite/my-files