Looking at the strategies that were used in Chapter 8 and Chapter 10 of the course text, Using Technology with Classroom Instruction that Works, as well as exploring some of the Behaviorist-based technology found of the resource page I like the way that they work with the Behaviorist Theory. In creating a spread sheet that was introduced in Chapter 8, I like that it shows student how their effort in different aspects of the class effect their grade, its a way from them to see their effort and how it translate into their grade. If the student is willing to put forth a strong effort they see it in the end result, if they slack off then they see how it effects them in the end. Its a way of showing them that they can achieve goals and perform well if they are willing to put forth the effort and it gives them a sense of ownership of their grade. It is a way for them to see how they are achieving on their own and that the teacher isn't simply "assigning them a grade" based on their feelings towards a student.
The ideas shown in chapter ten as well as the links in the resources on the course's home page show potential for things that are available on the web that can help students build up confidence and practice things that are learned in the classroom. I have used a webpage that I subscribe to, Descubre, allows my students to have many different activities in Spanish and it gives them a sense of achievement when they complete assignments or activities on this site. It allows me to track their progress and help them when they need simple remediation on a certain topic.
These resources and ideas do help reinforce positive learning and try to push students towards the positive behaviors and attributes. When they can see that they can control how they earn their grades and achieve success in my classroom then they can get excited about other classes and try to do well in all aspects of their schooling. They will also become excited to come to my class and enjoy the leaning experience that I try to offer them.
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I found it interesting to see you use technology in Spanish. What a wonderful idea! I viewed the website, but couldn't view how it worked. Do you introduce vocabulary in class and then have students go online? I am curious, I have two teenagers at home who dislike their Spanish class and feel little success, which is disappointing as a parent and teacher. Sounds like your students love coming to your class! :)
It sounds like you have found an effective way to use technology to capture you r students' attention. Technology sources can be amazing when used properly. I agree with you that you need to sort through them to find what will work for you because there is so much out there.
Have you ever used any Promethean software or hardware? I took a class on promethean interactive software that really keeps studenta actively engaged. I do not have one of the smartboards but I do have a slate that can be passed from student to students so they can manipulate information on the overhead screen. The software can be programmed to provide feedback for correct answers and the kids love it.
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