Let's see if I can blog on a video.
-Doug
Thursday, June 26, 2008
End of the workshop
Well, that was a fast 4 days! Once we found the candy and milkshakes, I knew it was going to be hard to leave.
I'll have to admit, I was pretty proud of the teachers in the Technology training. They picked up the technology tools VERY quickly, and their applications were way beyond what we expected.
I like the dichotomy of the teacher and student use of technology, but am struck by the realization that often what students do with technology is try to "teach" others in ways that are similar to what their teachers do. We reviewed some of the major learning and development theories, and how they might apply to use of digital media in the classroom, but I think another are to consider is the effect it might have on student motivation.
I hope participants will keep in touch with their "stories" about how it goes!
Also, don't forget that you can post video to the blogs, so practice and send us what you've made.
-Doug
I'll have to admit, I was pretty proud of the teachers in the Technology training. They picked up the technology tools VERY quickly, and their applications were way beyond what we expected.
I like the dichotomy of the teacher and student use of technology, but am struck by the realization that often what students do with technology is try to "teach" others in ways that are similar to what their teachers do. We reviewed some of the major learning and development theories, and how they might apply to use of digital media in the classroom, but I think another are to consider is the effect it might have on student motivation.
I hope participants will keep in touch with their "stories" about how it goes!
Also, don't forget that you can post video to the blogs, so practice and send us what you've made.
-Doug
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
the "other" teacher's ideas
I just got through reading the workshop participants' ideas about using technology for teacher-developed and student-developed projects. Then I thought, "whoa, how could I "steal" some of those ideas?" - in a non-copyright infringement sort of way, of course.
I like the idea of students recording examples of the stuff they are learning (everything from rock cycle to multiplication tables). In the classes I teach, I'd like to have students describe (tell stories) about themselves or peers that provided examples of theories we study related to adolescent development. They always tell these stories in class, so why not have them record them for an iPod. Stuff about "imaginary audience," identity standards, and motivation are always fun and interesting. And if you take the time-on-task approach, or the information processing model ... or heck, any of them, there are reasons to recommend this activity.
I'm also committed to having my students (all future teachers) use as much technology as they can to "learn" so that they will be more likely to use technology when they "teach." The podcasting and the movie-making are the ways I'm hoping to do this.
I also liked the idea Rob reported on about "switching" homework and direct instruction time. That may take some work to accomplish, but I think I'll start with a podcast about a cool idea from Piaget - it is called the Life Program, it is sooooo on target about adolescents.
So, thanks for the inspiration to try new stuff. Can't think of any better outcome of a workshop than that.
-Doug
I like the idea of students recording examples of the stuff they are learning (everything from rock cycle to multiplication tables). In the classes I teach, I'd like to have students describe (tell stories) about themselves or peers that provided examples of theories we study related to adolescent development. They always tell these stories in class, so why not have them record them for an iPod. Stuff about "imaginary audience," identity standards, and motivation are always fun and interesting. And if you take the time-on-task approach, or the information processing model ... or heck, any of them, there are reasons to recommend this activity.
I'm also committed to having my students (all future teachers) use as much technology as they can to "learn" so that they will be more likely to use technology when they "teach." The podcasting and the movie-making are the ways I'm hoping to do this.
I also liked the idea Rob reported on about "switching" homework and direct instruction time. That may take some work to accomplish, but I think I'll start with a podcast about a cool idea from Piaget - it is called the Life Program, it is sooooo on target about adolescents.
So, thanks for the inspiration to try new stuff. Can't think of any better outcome of a workshop than that.
-Doug
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Difficulties teaching with technology
I'm writing from the T-STEM Center workshop at Texas Tech University. I'm working with colleagues learning about integrating instructional technology.
The greatest obstacle I have with using technology is identifying meaningful ways to do so. I feel like once I have a "meaningful" idea, I'll do what it takes (with lots of support) to get it done. So, I am my greatest obstacle. Kind of depressing.
DH
The greatest obstacle I have with using technology is identifying meaningful ways to do so. I feel like once I have a "meaningful" idea, I'll do what it takes (with lots of support) to get it done. So, I am my greatest obstacle. Kind of depressing.
DH
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