Assistive and adaptive technologies are tools educators use to help some students focus and learn subject material easily. These tools can include audio players and recorders. They can include calculators as well, along with noise-canceling headphones. Spellcheckers are very effective for dyslexic students, for example. Personally, I have trouble maintaining my attention while reading certain texts, and would rather have it read aloud to me. That’s why I like listening to podcasts. I set timers when I do assignments, as well. They encourage me to keep myself focused on my tasks. I like to think I perform better under pressure.
I plan to utilize Smartboards and Microsoft Office in my classroom. PowerPoints are my favorite medium of communication because they are customizable and engaging. I also have been making them since I was a child, so they are very familiar to me. Creating them and using templates would cut time off making lesson plans. I also would like to play music during periods of individualized focus. I think it makes for a more welcoming atmosphere and helps students maintain focus.
I had never heard of WebQuests before this last assignment, so it was a completely new experience for me. It was fun making a website for the first time. I might actually utilize this in the future, because it helps students who may question the process of completing their assignments, and would allow for less confusion.
http://mscannadyswebquest.weebly.com
http://mscannadyswebquest.weebly.com
Hi Katelyn! I thought you did a great job describing assistive and adaptive technologies, and I think you provided great examples as well. I also think Powerpoints are excellent ways to communicate information to students, and I think you have some really great ideas for a future classroom! From what I can tell, your webquest looks very visually engaging, and looks like it would be easy to navigate. Great job!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of using music to help kids focus in class! I've sat in a few classrooms where teachers have utilized classical music as a way to create more productivity. I've never heard of webquests either but I definitely think it was a pretty cool assignment.
ReplyDeleteNice post! I love the creative way you chose that music to help your classroom. You embraced great examples and your powerpoints seem very helpful!
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