Wow! Thanks to everyone that recommended websites that I can use for my high school-aged science students. That pretty much covers the question about me obtaining information and resources needed to implement my GAME plan. However, I would like to have options for technology other than that of the Internet and the computer. I would like to have access to a Promethean Board or Smart Board so that I can extend my knowledge beyond the computer and its programs. There are so many different technologies out there that can help all types of learning styles. Don’t get me wrong, the computer is a wonderful resource, but it can only do so much and may not cater to all learning styles.
The one thing that I may need to modify in my GAME plan is to attend a seminar on using a Promethean Board. We have been named a Title 1 school this year and because of that we will receive extra funding. My principal recently approached me and offered to set up a board in my classroom. His goal is to set up more technology in classrooms that will benefit the needs of special education students. Since I teach in a team-taught classroom he offered me this wonderful opportunity that I just could not turn down. Now I must learn how to use it and understand how this will maximize student learning.
One thing I have learned as I improve upon my GAME plan is that there are many different types of technology out there and that, just like your lesson plans, technology needs to be differentiated as well. Just because a teacher may be using the LCD in her lessons does not mean that she should use it as her form of technology EVERY time. It is important to change it up and keep the students engaged with a variety of technological methods.
Has anyone ever used or is using a Promethean Board? Can you offer me any suggestions as I begin learning about them? Also, what all can it do?
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