number 6

Chapter six talks about how to integrate technology into the classroom and the several ways students learn information. Ofcourse integrating computers into the teaching process will make your students more focused and interested in their work. It is true that every child learns differently and that is something all teachers have to keep in mind and take into consideration. However, "technology is a tool that creates valuable learning experiences for many different types of learners. The web has the capability of addressing learner diferences, and thus, leveling the playing field for all students. (p343-44), so why not use it?

I liked the KWL chart. It helps teachers make a lesson plan. It helps teachers determine what skill and knowledge level the students have on a particular subject before beggining a project. I think it is a great idea to make the student an "active learner" so that he/she can decide what new information he/she wants to learn from the topic. That way the student takes interest in the assignment and can actually have fun completing it.

I learned how to use excel. FinallY! Last time I took a computer course I was totally lost with excel. I'm pathetically horrible when it comes to anything with numbers. Its like my brain sees #s and automatically shuts down. (yes i can tell time!) No wonder I want to teach english:] I'm not looking forward to the skill check, i'll tell you that much..

Nothing new.. still counting the days till I am home again:] i miss the beach.