While society is literally submerged in technology, there is specific tools that benefit a classroom environment. Software offering concept maps could be utilized in any writing assignment, no matter what the subject. The Semantica and Inspiration packages can help a teacher or student flourish in any educational activity.
Due to the level of creativity that PowerPoint allows, an individual can unintentionally take away from an oral presentation. One should make note of the tips offered in the textbook to avoid this from occuring. It is easy to fall into the trap of too much stimulation on the slides. This may be my pitfall.
In conclusion, it is best to hold back on a PowerPoint presentation to make sure it remains a tool for an oral presentation, not the presentation itself. Keeping the potential pitfalls listed in the textbook in mind hopefully I will be able to overcome this.
Jonassen, D., Howland, J., Marra, R. M., & Crismond, D. (2008). Meaningful Learning Technology (3rd ed., pp. 62-72). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Prentice Hall.
I agree that technology is ever becoming more important each day. I too agree that the Semantica program is very useful. Power points can take away lesson if they are too busy. Very good post.
ReplyDeleteI agree that there are no specific tools that benefit a classroom environment. Some tools may work for one class but not the other. Sometimes multiple tools work to help create a successful learning environment. It is really important as a teacher to see what tools work for your classroom and to use them when needed.
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