 Technology in The Classroom By Carlos Bermudez

Different Types of Technologies Hardware – Computers Tablets Mobile Devices/Smart Phones Smart Boards Projectors & More Software – Social Media Interactive Whiteboards Turnitin.com Blogs Microsoft Office ITunes Dragon Dictation D2l & More

Why Do We Need, and Want These Technologies?  They are created to perform different tasks, and make them easier to complete.  They Increase Productivity.  They enhance our work.  To create new technologies.  To advance our society.  Why else do you think we need and want technology? Well…

In The Classroom  Smart Boards – Help the teacher to project different lessons on the screen. These lessons are exciting! (Better than a chalkboard, don’t you think?) They allow you to do interactive activities.  Without Technology this wouldn’t be possible  YouTube Video YouTube Video Watch the video above to see why teachers use these, and why you kids love them! Things Like (Hardware)

In The Classroom  Would You Prefer…  Or… Click Here For An interactive Math Lesson! (Visit The Link) Isn’t that better than a boring book?

In The Classroom  Would you prefer…  Or… Click Here - Educational Reading Games

In The Classroom - Communication Did you know… 74% of students use instant messaging as a major communication method. 54% of students (7-12 grade) know more IM screen names than home phone numbers (Click For Some More Statistics on How You Use Technology) – Focus on the images (Click For Some More Statistics on How You Use Technology)

In The Classroom - Communication  Now you don’t even have to raise your hand, or be in class to ask a question.  Try it for yourself by signing up for one of the many instant messengers like – AIM; Yahoo Messenger; SkypeAIMYahoo MessengerSkype  Do a Google search of “Instant messengers” for more.  Chances are 74% of you already have an account!

Social Media  Some Teachers don’t like to include this in the classroom  However, it is a great way to connect yourself with the world! (Over 1 billion users)

Make your Voice Heard!  These days you don’t need a publisher to write a book, or voice your opinion.  There are sites like Amazon Publishing; Blogger; Twitter; Wordpress & many more.Amazon PublishingBloggerTwitter Wordpress  These sites allow your voice to be heard world wide at no cost.

Discover What's Out There! Do a search in the App Store here, or on your computer or mobile devicehere You can find virtually anything your interested in!

Don’t Limit Yourself  If you can’t find an App you like, or you have lots of great ideas. Create one! Make a visit to ITunes U which has an abundance of free courses from prestigious universities. Technology makes this available to you!ITunes U Here Is A Standford Course - Developing IOS 7 Apps for Iphone and IpadHere Is A Standford Course - Developing IOS 7 Apps for Iphone and Ipad. Available to you for free!

Stay Informed  Technology advances have allowed the world to become interconnected, this is sometimes called globalization. With all this information and increased communication it is important to keep updated.  Sites like BBC; NY Times; USA Today; Wall Street Journal; Yahoo; & many more. Allow us to stay connected to the entire world. Check them out for yourself!BBCNY TimesUSA TodayWall Street JournalYahoo

Most Importantly  As students it is your duty to develop your own ideas and analyze the massive amount of messages that are always in the media, but in your own way! Therefore, it is VERY important that you have “ Media Literacy” skills.  For the Definition of “Media Literacy” ***(Click Here)(Click Here)

I HEREBY SET YOU FREE!  Now it is your turn to experiment with these technologies. This will enhance your learning in and out of the classroom, help you evolve into more knowledgeable people, and give you real-world skills! It’s time to test the waters and experience educational technology for yourself!  Don’t just be active online, remember to be active in your communities where you live too! Technology, and the connectivity it gives us also allows us to help people in need in a more efficient and effective manner! Visit - Volunteermatch.orgVolunteermatch.org

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