“Good Technology” (GT) in my view, teaches or reinforces learning outcomes. GT is engaging, and is not merely screen time for the sake of screen time. GT allows opportunities for student to reflect (privately or publicly) on their process and the process of others. GT is simple and or simplifies processes (sometimes, a whiteboard or a piece of paper is still the best technology for a situation!). GT sometimes provides students with opportunities to construct their own knowledge, yet in other times allows educators to be that guiding light. Slowly but surely, I have been using digital technology as a pedagogical tool that enhances the learning experience for both myself and my students.
- Google Classroom
- I post copies of notes, tutorial videos, questions to the class, and assignments that utilize GAFE.
- Google Docs
- All my labs are done on Docs.
- Lab partners work collaboratively on one lab.
- I provide feedback in the comments, as the students are writing their labs.
- Google Slideshows
- Every project I assign, must be uploaded to a Google Slideshow, where students are required to reflect on their process.
- One document to open for assessment, instead of 30, is a huge bonus.
- Desmos, Phet, The Universe and More
- Three online reinforcement programs that often gamify the learning process, but at the very least, animate the learning process.
- Class Blogs
- Students are responsible to scribe 2 -3 times per course
- Class announcements, summaries/tutorials of lessons
