Blog Journal 4


My Twitter experience so far has been a positive one. I have followed a few teachers and fellow students and they have given me so much insight on where I can find resources for my future students to effectively learn and they have shown me new software that I could use to teach my students. It is also an easy way to communicate with others to find new ideas or to ask for help when you do not understand something. In my future career, I could have my students summarize what they learned that day in a tweet, conduct an anonymous poll, and get opinions from other teachers.  

A student with more access to technology might be more prepared and confident in their ability to use technology throughout their years in school and will more likely be able to apply the skills they already know when it comes to college and whatever future career they choose. Family income and region have a lot to do with the digital divide. A student that lives in a rural area and lives in a low income family is less likely to have access to a computer or internet at home. As a teacher, I will be sure to not base most of my teaching on technology with the digital divide in mind. The assignments that will need a computer and internet to complete, I will make sure that technology is provided so that the student is given a chance to succeed. 

I plan to use software that will keep the students engaged at all times. I intend to teach first grade so I would like to use software such as simulations, educational games, and drill-and-practice. This way I will know that the students will be more excited to learn in a way that doesn't feel like learning. Software such as desktop publishing and reference would be too advanced for the first graders and their focus and motivation could be lost quicker if they aren't engaged. 

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