Our textbook explains several types of instructional software used in the classroom.
Drill and practice: I would use drill and practice activities to
have students work example items to replace or supplement worksheets and
homework and prepare for tests.
The website http://www.flashcardmachine.com/
allows students to make flash cards and would work for all grade
levels. They even have an app!!! I also love the site our textbook suggests
http://www.brainpopesl.com. Check out the
video tutorial. I would use the flashcards for vocabulary as well as the
writing sections the most. The short videos and teacher lesson plans are a
definite plus.
Tutorial: I would use tutorial to supplement and/or replace
instruction on a topic. Having taught social studies and loved it, I decided to
check out http://www.congressforkids.net
as mentioned in our textbook. I would use this site to teach a
lesson on how government operates and then have students complete the short
quizzes to assess learning. There are also pre and post assessments!
Simulation: I would use simulation as a model of a real or
imagined situation to teach how something works. I plan to use the Smithsonian
Museum’s website for virtual field trips. http://www.mnh.si.edu
I didn’t know you could tour the entire museum room-by-room!
Instructional games: I would use instructional games to increase
motivation making learning activities exciting while also reinforcing skills.
My daughter loves http://pbskids.org since she
is a huge Elmo fan! This is a great site for instructional games as the games
are based on cartoon characters from PBS. Kids can choose their favorite
character and play games, watch videos and print worksheets based on the
character. There is also an option to make ecards for birthdays and other
special occasions!
Problem solving: I would use problem solving to strengthen skills
and encourage independent as well as group problem solving. I like http://www.ixl.com. The site has tons of practice
math activities for all grade levels. Teachers and students can set goals and
track progress. Students earn awards and prizes on a game board once they
achieve a goal. The only negative is that there is a free trial but you have to
pay monthly after that.
Integrated learning systems: I would use integrated learning
systems to provide instruction as well as track and report student progress. I
plan to use software such as E2020 where students can work at their own pace.
Students listen and watch instruction, work example items, and even take
tests or quizzes. Feedback is available for students and teachers. http://e2020virtualacademy.com/index.php
New favorite instructional software: simulation - virtual tour of the Smithsonian Museum! http://t.co/SSZzgSMWzo #ED5059413UWA
— Denise (@hopper1123) June 21, 2013
Denise you have great ideas for implementing much of the instructional software we learned of in chapters 3, 4, and 5. I was in awe of how much we were already doing and just not knowing in great details the terminology of it. Keep uo the good work. I look forward to using some of your sources and adding them to my delicious account.
ReplyDeleteYou had great information. I am going to try flashcardmachine. I am going to download the app. I love learning about new apps that I can add to my classrom iPad. My students love any chance they can get to play on it, and I love having quality games for them to play.
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