Article Critique Wood, R. & Ashfield, J. (2008). The use of the interactive whiteboard for creative teaching and learning in literacy and mathematics: a case study. Br J Educ Technol, 39(1), 84- 96. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-8535.2007.00703.x Introduction This paper aims at critiquing an article written by Ruth Wood and Jean Ashfield on the use of interactive whiteboards in a bid to enhance creative teaching and learning in literacy and mathematics. This piece will evaluate the strengths…
Catholic School in Big Rapids Michigan, 44% of the recorded students said they would be excited if their teacher used smart boards. Students surveyed also said that it would help them focus because it’s not as boring as the traditional chalkboard or whiteboards. Smart boards have also be encouraged by the No Child Left Behind Act (Min and Siegel, 39). Many studies conducted in America, United Kingdom, and Australia, proclaim an increase in enthusiasm and student involvement when using smart…
- Your classroom desks should be lined up so that you can make eye contact with your students, all of your students. - Seat the students in your classroom so that they can see the whiteboard, chalkboard, or other visuals. Make a seating chart, and subtly move all of the taller kids to the back rows, shorter kids in the front rows so that everyone can see without obstruction. - Do not place desks facing windows; this provides distraction…
Using Effective Feedback with Formative Instructional Practices How do I know as a teacher what my students have really learned? I often ask with this question while assessing student knowledge; however, most assessments aren’t always a true indicator of learning because they only provide part of the big picture of what an individual student truly knows. As defined by Sadler, “[Formative assessment] refers to assessment that is specifically intended to provide feedback on performance to…
When students come into kindergarten they are across the board with different levels of development and skills. I quickly noticed through observation that a very important characteristic to understand with these children is their maturity level. I found it the most helpful to observe students with how they work and interact with others. I believe the best way to teach is to understand who your students are. This means getting to know them on a personal level; learning about their families,…
Technology in the Classroom Rather than wasting paper on expensive textbooks, would it just be easier to pull out a cell phone or tablet? Today, many school districts, all over the country, have cut back on utilizing these massive and out-of-date books, and instead are introducing more advanced technology into classrooms all over the nation. With a great increase of technology in classrooms, what kind of technological innovations will the world see in the future, and how will they benefit…
How Basketball changed my mindset on life… By Clifton Birkeland “Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there.” - Will Rogers Whenever someone asks me what my favorite sport is, I always exclaim that Basketball is my favorite among all the sports I participate in. I have many reasons why I think Basketball is a amazing sport that should be loved and enjoyed by everyone. But also, people wonder why Basketball is my favorite sport and I tell them it made me…
Moreno Cynthia, Polk Molly, and Buck Lisa. “The Dilemma of Interactive Art Museum Spaces.” Art Education 56.5 (2003): 42-52. Web. Accessed 26 September 2016. This paper analyzes the conversion of contemporary interactive art through its intentions to influence youth culture with creative play, but ultimately sacrifices the deeper excruciation of art and its representations. The author presents two main issues, the challenge of interactive art to educate and its challenge to interrelate. Through…
This paper assesses the relationship of emotional sickness and brutality by asking these inquires, “Are the mentally ill at risk for violence?” and “Are the rationally sick at expanded danger of brutality?” Mental disorders are neither fundamental nor adequate reasons for viciousness. Significant determinants of viciousness keep on being socio-statistic and monetary components. Substance manhandle is a noteworthy determinant of brutality and this is genuine whether it happens with regards to a…
Barriers Apple is in a unique situation where things that might be a barrier to most company’s actually increase Apple’s desirability. However, there are two things that could potentially be a barrier to Apple succeeding in the iTV arena. First, the avenues available to people to purchase Apple products are traditionally somewhat limited. The iPad/iPhone/iPod have been available in non-traditional Apple retailers like Walmart/Target, however, MacBooks and other higher end Apple products…