Part A- Padlet – Technology in the Classroom
A popular tool you will explore for this discussion is called . Padlet can be viewed as a virtual bulletin board space where a class can digitally share and contribute to a brainstorm on a particular topic using words or pictures.
Before you post to the discussion, you must go to Padlet and create your own Padlet page using the free version. Imagine you are creating a for part of a lesson you would teach in your current or future teaching situation. In your initial post, share the link to your Padlet page and describe how you plan on integrating Padlet into your instruction. What types of content areas and communication outcomes could Padlet address? 200 words or more
Part B- Flipgrid – Technology in the Classroom
Another popular tool you will explore for this discussion is called . Flipgrid is a social learning discussion platform where students respond to a question using video posts.
Before you post to this discussion, you must go to Flipgrid and create a free educator’s account. Imagine using for part of a lesson you would teach in your current or future teaching situation. In your initial post, share the link to your Flipgrid and the Join code so that your classmates can access it as students. What types of content areas and communication outcomes could Flipgrid address?
Part C-First, review the 3 different technology integrated models using the articles and the SAMR model example:
· (TPACK)
· (PICRAT)
· (SAMR)
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Next, in a 250- to 500-word APA formatted paper, share the model most aligned with your current practice as a first grade teacher Include in your reflection how you have or will incorporate the elements of the model into your instruction. Provide specific examples related to your classroom activities and educational philosophy. Revisit your contributions to this week’s Discussion on using and as well as your peers’ posts to help with your reflection paper.
