Blog Post #7

Using iMovie and Alabama Virtual Library in Kindergarten
In this video it is said that kindergarten students are using iMovie to create book trailers on books that have also read. While my College level class just recently learned how to use the same technology. I would have never imagine being in kindergarten and being able to produce such work that students, that young, do in today's society. This is an indication that my generation of student is currently behind the up and coming one, as far as using technology.


We All Become Learners!
I really enjoyed because it shows us that teachers can still be students as well. In the video Ms. Michele Bennett talks about how a student taught her about the camera on an iPad. The teachers are being taught by the students on how to use certain features on the devices they are using in the classroom. Thus, everyone becomes the learner at some point and everyone becomes the teacher at some point. Keeping the students more engaged creates a better learning environment for the students and technology allows for that. The barriers are lowered allowing children to become comfortable in their knowledge. This shows us that even teachers must still be willing to learn.


iPads in the Classroom.
Using iPads in the classroom was what this video touched on. I love how teachers learn new things from their students on a daily basis. It amazes me what students already know before they even start school just from one little device.

The two ladies explain the use of the website Padlet. Padlet is a website where you can add people to a group and post questions or statements that everyone in your group can see and respond to. This is a great website to use for open-ended questions and group projects. It makes students feel so proud of themselves when they can show their work to their teacher and classmates and if they can teach their teacher how to do something she may not know. This enhances every lesson and helps keep the students interested and inhibits a more productive learning environment.


Top 10 Reasons to Use Technology in Education: iPad, Tablet, Computer, Listening Centers
1. Students Love It
2. Engages the 4 Key Components to Learning
3. Professional Development
4. Makes Life Easier For Teachers
5. Improves Test Scores
6. Helps Students With Low Attention Spans
7. Learn From the Experts

8. Encourages Completion of Homework

9. Saves Money
10. Removes Obstacles