Having met some challenges throughout the first part of the year, we now have a better sense of what to expect for the rest of the year. It is very difficult to reach the Redefinition stage of the SAMR model by using technology to modify and redefine its integration for a richer, more engaging education when the apps or systems we are using just don't cooperate. Some of the questions we are asking ourselves at the moment are: Are these students too young or immature to become independent or self-motivated while using eLearning Ontario? How is each child's needs being met with eLO? Those with Language needs may meet challenges when navigating.. Is this appealing to a 10-11 year old? | We feel that our time is mostly spent troubleshooting during activities involving eLearning Ontario. We must always have a back-up plan, making sure that if there is a problem with the eLO website, that we still have a proper lesson for the students. Usually, this would be collaborative work or an independent worksheet. So far, the students have not benefited from eLO. We will begin using the iPads and apps to pull out the communication and use the eLearning Ontario only when something is available, as a secondary resource. Tellagami and Explain Everything will at least give us evidence of the students' learning. Because we have been teaching Math using collaborative inquiry for many years, we have many real-world questions that students can still explore by themselves or with a partner, and they can use their iPad and the apps of their choice to enhance their communication. |
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AuthorsMrs. Rinaldi & Mme Marion are both grade 5/6 teachers at St. Francis School in Sudbury, Ontario. Archives
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