ICE 234:Survey of Computers in Schools

ICE 234:Survey of Computers in Schools

Christy Keeler, Ph.D.

One-Computer Classroom

Provide each group member a different color booklet and read

the introduction silently.

Provide each group member a different color booklet and read

the introduction silently.

Daily ObjectivesDaily Objectives• List examples sponge activities using

slideshow tools.• Identify methods of utilizing curriculum-

specific software in classrooms having only one computer.

• Evaluate software quality based on its instructional usefulness.

• Identify means of leveraging the potential of classrooms with only one computer.

Daily OutlineDaily Outline• Independent Reading

• Opening

• Sponge Activities

• Decisions, Decisions!

• Discussion: Whole Group Games

• Lecture: Curriculum-Specific Software

• Closing

Sponge ActivitiesSponge Activities• What is a “sponge activity”?• What are the benefits of using a sponge activity?• How could you use the technique of writing a

question on the board as a sponge technique in elementary classrooms?

• Examples

Sponge Activities: Prompts/InquirySponge Activities: Prompts/Inquiry

Sponge Activity: Daily Oral LanguageSponge Activity: Daily Oral Language

is the cat run fast or slow.

Sponge Activity: Problem-of-the-DaySponge Activity: Problem-of-the-Day

Find the circumference:

8”

Sponge Activity: VocabularySponge Activity: Vocabulary

Wadi: A riverbed which is dry except during periods of rainfall.

Decisions, DecisionsDecisions, Decisions• In what subject areas could you use it and with

what grade levels?• How long would it take to complete this game in

an elementary classroom setting?• What benefits do students gain from participating

in this simulation?

Configuration MethodsConfiguration Methods• Small Group• Learning Centers

– Small group

– Independent

• Whole Group

Standards / Curriculum Standards /

Curriculum

InstructionInstruction

Selecting Instructional SoftwareSelecting Instructional Software

IndividualNeeds

IndividualNeeds

AssessmentAssessment

• Types of instructional software– Computer-assisted instruction (CAI)

– Drill-and-practice

– Games

– Simulations

• Locating instructional software– Libraries (school, public, university)

– Bookstores

– Online

Instructional SoftwareInstructional Software

Instructional Software: QualityInstructional Software: Quality• Equitable access

• Diversity

• Appropriate language– Limited English Proficiency (LEP/ESL)

– Reading level

– Non-offensive, non-discriminatory

• User friendly/Graphical user interface (GUI)

• Fun factor

Instructional Software: ManagementInstructional Software: Management• Managing resources / Establishing rules

– Who, When, Why, What, How

• Managing students through group configurations

• Assessment methods

Daily ObjectivesDaily Objectives• List examples sponge activities using

slideshow tools.• Identify methods of utilizing curriculum-

specific software in classrooms having only one computer.

• Evaluate software quality based on its instructional usefulness.

• Identify means of leveraging the potential of classrooms with only one computer.

Daily OutlineDaily Outline• Independent Reading

• Opening

• Sponge Activities

• Decisions, Decisions!

• Discussion: Whole Group Games

• Lecture: Curriculum-Specific Software

• Closing

For Next SessionFor Next Session• Readings and Reading Quiz

– The ABCs of Website Evaluation

• UNLV Midterm– Participation grades

• Bring headphones to next session

ICE 234:Survey of Computers in Schools

ICE 234:Survey of Computers in Schools

Christy Keeler, Ph.D.

Have a great week ~ See you next session!