Blog #4

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Blog number four is all about Twitter, and online resources. I never thought of it, but Twitter does count as an online resource, and is used for more than just memes. I've never used twitter before this class unless you count googling AP test jokes. But it actually has some cool people on it with a lot to say, like the influx of educational accounts that I follow. They not only include open discussion, but they also are a great source for information. So far I have been interacting with my fellow classmates, and enjoying their tweets. I have retweeted a couple of educational articles that I have found to be interesting, and twitter really is an outlet to hear different opinions and formulate your own. Having a page where I can spread what I believe about education in the form of simply liking a comment, or even linking different articles are all unique ways to learn something new or reach my intended audience. In the future as a teacher, I could use twitter not only for opinions, but to spread facts and if I ever got a large enough following, a place where fellow educators can come together to help comment on things going on in the teaching world. A place for "collaboration" as we learned in class today.

The digital divide on another note is something that affects the ability for some students to learn. Its the large separation between those who have access to technology and those who do not. It as simple as a teacher who may assign online homework, and the inability for five of her students to get it done.  If these kids cannot complete the assignment, then they cannot learn and develop in their ways of thinking. Some causes can include, geographical diversity, low income households, or even social problems. Either way to ensure the best results, and give every child the equal opportunity to learn; starts with making sure they can all access the material, rather that be at home, or in school. In the classroom it is certainly not uncommon to have students that may not have access to technology, and because I will be teaching at the elementary level, they may not have technology at all, especially not arbitrary things like phones. To ensure that my student still get optimal education, I will make sure to implement procedures for completing online assignments, In class only. If it needs to be done at home, maybe hard copies for those who need it.

In my class room I will definitely implement smart boards, not everyone can be on the classroom set of computers, and because technology is becoming so advanced... I will make sure the students get at least a little bit of experience In the technology field, whenever there is free time, and monitor them to make sure they understand the importance of technology and use it for things like reading and math practice online. Kids need to be exposed earlier now, because technology is taking over, and we want our future leaders to be prepared. I will also try to implement a class website that will be interactive and available for the parents to have open discussion to talk about any questions they may have, and to keep them updated on what skills their students may need to be learning for that day/ week. Overall I will focus on making things more efficient.




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