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Teaching within Dell’s Intelligent Classroom Skip Tyler estyler@henrico.k12.va.us Pete Anderson pganders@henrico.k12.va.us NECC Conference July, 2006
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About Us Teach high school math in Henrico County, VA Develop online curricula Work in a school division that funds a one-to-one computer initiative with Dell Instruct using Intelligent Classrooms
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Presentation Objectives To make you aware of different types of technology available with Dell’s Intelligent Classroom. To show you how technology can create a positive classroom environment that fosters curiosity, excitement, and student learning.
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What is your position? A.Teacher B.Tech Coordinator C.Administrator D.Staff Development E.Other F.Sitting Down
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Sample Lesson Let’s see it in action! Click here to go to a web applet of the floor plan Click here to go to a web applet of the floor plan
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What is the fewest number of turns it takes to go from the Dell booth to Starbucks and back with two Venti Caramel Macchiato’s (for your presenters)?
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A.4 B.8 C.9 D.10 E.27
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What is the fewest number of turns it takes to go from the Dell booth to Starbucks and back with two Venti Caramel Macchiato’s (for your presenters)?
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Intelligent Classroom Minimum Requirements Computer Projector Screen/Wall Additional components can help you create interactive, collaborative learning environments.
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How many computers are in your classroom? A.None B.Teacher computer only C.1-5 student computers D.6+ students computers E.1-1 computer initiative Answer Now
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Benefits of computer and projector Only 1 computer is needed to display a presentation (PowerPoint, Internet, etc.) for a class Improved classroom management More dynamic student interaction
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What is your experience with student responders? A.Never heard of them B.I have seen them C.I have used them D.I have my own set Answer Now
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Benefits of Student Responders Engage all students Respond instantly to questions supporting interactive, dynamic lessons No fear of wrong answers Interactive game show - set up teams, fastest responder, high score, etc. Interactive game show Assess Gives immediate data to analyze and direct instruction Achieve Students try harder, results can be saved and tracked
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What is your experience with an interactive whiteboard or wireless pad? A.Never heard of them B.I have seen them C.I have used one D.I have used both Answer Now
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Benefits of Interactive Whiteboards and Wireless Pads Maintain student attention Students want to interact with the technology Element of the unknown Save notes and documentation Can be sent via email, stored on a network, posted on a web page Flexibility and Mobility Wireless pad can be controlled from any location in the classroom
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Sample Lessons Annotations and Tools Object Oriented Drag and Drop Digital Manipulatives
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What is your experience with a document camera? A.What’s a document camera? B.I have heard of it C.I have used one D.I have one in my classroom Answer Now
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Benefits of a document camera Enables teachers and students to display material to the entire class Review homework answers Show newspaper or magazine article Model hands-on activity
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Additional Technologies Digital Camera and Camcorder Teacher project Multimedia devices (DVD, VCR, stereo system) Laser Printer Dell DJ MP3 Players Storage Devices (CD/DVD Burners, Flash Drive) Scanner
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Do you have your own web page? A.Yes B.No Answer Now
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Benefits of a Web Page Acts as a lesson plan book Can be modified easily Dynamic Central location for notes, assignments, policies, contact info, etc. Minimizes excuses from students who are absent
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Different Types of Web Pages No hosting required: Free – http://www.Schoolnotes.comhttp://www.Schoolnotes.com $25/yr – http://www.Teacherweb.comhttp://www.Teacherweb.com $49/yr – http://www.Quia.comhttp://www.Quia.com Hosting required: You can create your own page using software applications like: Microsoft Office (Save As Web Page) Mozilla (free download) Dreamweaver (purchase) Benefit: Files are on your computer for updating, less restrictions
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How often do you use the Internet in your classroom? A.Daily B.2-3 times a week C.Once a week D.Twice a month E.Once a month F.Never Answer Now
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Examples of Internet Usage Virtual Manipulatives Online Textbooks Online Textbooks HCPS eLearning HCPS eLearning WebQuests Videostreaming Assessments
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Conclusions Dell’s Intelligent Classroom… Creates a collaborative, interactive learning environment when used effectively. Supports numerous learning styles, including visual, auditory and kinesthetic. Facilitates interaction and connects classrooms with information, images and meaning. Makes instruction more effective and improves classroom management, student participation, and student achievement. It does not replace effective teachers.
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The most important question about technology usage… Does the technology complement or hinder instruction?
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Q & A Session Where do you go from here? What things can you incorporate into your classroom? Act now while motivated! How do you go about getting these items? Library? Departmental request? Grant writing?
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Important information! Email: This presentation and web resources can be found at http://teachers.henrico.k12.va.us/varina/ tyler_e/NECC06/index.htm http://teachers.henrico.k12.va.us/varina/ tyler_e/NECC06/index.htm Feel free to contact us with any questions! Thanks! Skip Tyler estyler@henrico.k12.va.us View Skip’s web site Pete Anderson pganders@henrico.k12.va.us View Pete’s web site
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