2. Technology in the Classroom By: Kelsey Lomelino

3. Is it relevant?

4. Well…

5. 92 % of children now have an online footprint before they are 2 years old...

6. Children Age 2-5  69% can use a computer mouse  58% know how to play a computer game  11% can tie their shoelaces  20% know how to swim

7. U.S. children are in the top percent in ability to use tablets and smartphone apps

8. Is it beneficial?

9. Yes! It helps to..  Utilize tools that the students are already interested in.  Create a group learning environment  Get students interested in the material

10. According to PBS…teachers use technology because…

11. 77% think it increases ability to learn

12. 76% think is reinforces the concept being taught

13. 76% thinks students respond better to a variety of learning styles

14. For them it really is a big deal. Much more so than I ever though it was going to be. -- Elementary school teacher

15. Learning to use [technology] enhances their self-esteem and makes them excited about coming to school. --Fifth grade teacher

16. …the kids help each other so much on the computer. It changes the style and the tone of the classroom a lot. --Elementary school teacher

17. Are student’s needs being met?

18. 21 st Century Classroom Report 94% of students believe that mastering and learning technology will help their educational and career opportunities But… 39% of students indicate that the technology integration is meeting their expectations

19. 39% of middle school students use smartphones to do homework But… Only 6% said they were permitted to use a smartphone in class

20. Why is this?

21.  Budget  Time  Pressure for test performance

22. But the #1 reason teachers don’t use technology is…

23. Lack of Confidence!

24. The only way to gain confidence is to…

25. USE IT!

26. Most schools already have… Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Publisher Internet Access In room projectors

27. Plus…

28. Available Free Technology Google Earth QR Codes GPS Wordles

29. With so many resources available, blended learning is easy!