Monday, February 16, 2009
Thing 1 and 2
*I am participating in 23 things because I am a first year special education teacher, and all the extra learning I can get, I am in for. I love learning new things, and new things for my students. I hope to learn a lot of teaching ideas that are outside the box. I have a population of students who are always learning outside the box, and I could use all the ideas I can get. During thing 1, I had goose bumps watching the movie, and reading the article. It really makes you think as our world is changing, that we as teachers need to change to meet our students diverse learning needs. Going to the computer lab isn't just a "blow off" anymore, kids can do real learning in there. In no way will knowing others are reading my blog effect my writing. I have always been taught don't put anything you wouldn't want on the front page of the newspaper out there for others to read. I am an open book, and I am very excited to learn about everything this course has to offer!
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Welcome to 23 Things! Your enthusiasm for learning is JUST what you need to be successful in this program. I'm really looking forward to reading your posts.
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Hello WifeMomTeacher,
ReplyDeleteYou are so refreshing! Technology is exciting. There are so many possibilities. It's great that you are a part of the 23 Things Project. Technology can be a great equalizer in providing equal access, resources, and learning for students with special needs. Good for you.
New learning is fun
ReplyDeleteI was very excited to read about your classroom of special education students. I definitely think technology would be very valuable to your students. Students who can't read can see pictures and listen. Students who struggle with any subject area can learn with technology, we often just don't know how to use it. Video streaming, blogging, picture taking, etc. helps these students learn. I hope you experiment with a lot of technology and share how your students respond.
As a special education teacher, there will be many uses for this new technology. However, there is time needed to learn about it and implement it into your curriculum. Small strides work well, just like we are doing with this RESA23things class.
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