As another school year comes to an end, I begin to reflect on the happenings of the last nine months. I have learned so many things this past year. A new teacher came along who helped me to see how awesome technology can be in the classroom. She has introduced me to many news ways to integrate technology into my lessons. She has also ignited a fire in me to go out and learn more on my own. I have become passionate about technology now, and am always looking for new ways to teach using technology. (Thanks, Mrs. Turner!)
I also saw this same passion from my students. They were so excited about the new “toys” we had in our classroom. They couldn’t wait to do our lessons using these gadgets that weren’t much different from the ones that they are accustomed to using in their lives outside of school.
Our district was fortunate enough to acquire funding that allowed them to provide new pieces of technology in our classrooms. I was able to use a projector, a document camera, a Mimio, and an InterwriteMobi system. Last year at this time, I had never even heard of these items. They have helped to enhance a student- centered collaborative learning environment in my classroom.
I am so excited that summer is approaching, not only to have a short break from school, but also to have the time to investigate new ways to integrate technology into my lessons. I plan to spend the summer putting together technology rich lessons for next year that will keep my students actively engaged. I also plan to continue helping other teachers learn how to integrate technology into their classrooms.
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