There are so many sites out there that allow you to create animated stories, story books, etc to relay information. I love the idea of incorporating these into the classroom both for personal use and for student creations. It provides new and exciting ways for children to share what they know with the class. I am excited to be able to use all of these sites and resources in my own classroom. Most of the classrooms I have been in, observed in and taught in have not used technology and resort to the typical text books, quizes and book reports for student assessment and work. How boring. I know I love using creativity to show what I've learned. I get excited when I get to use powerpoint, imagine how excited students would get with these new options!
Of course, you do need to be careful about content. And there should be class rules about what is appropriate and what is not for the classroom. But students and teachers should have fun with learning and assessment. School should inspire you to continue to learn, not put a damper on your learning and creativity.
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I am glad to see that you are enthusiastic about the library of resources that I have shared with you this term. I think that you are one of the few this term that I am getting through to. So thank you for getting on the technology bandwagon.
ReplyDeleteI am, also glad that you recognize that learning can be fun. There are several studies out now that indicate that having just plain fun at school sometimes can enhance the educational experience for students. If we can link fun and learning we will have hit a home run for students. At least this is my new theory. I think that I am now personally addicted to blogging and to glogging.