Resources for GAME plan
Some of the resources that would be beneficial to my students and myself would be the computer, experts or colleagues, and any tools students might need to create such as a video camera. To help me to become familiar with the different tools available and how to use them, I will definitely employ the Internet for tutorials. With all the information available, I’m sure I could find several on each tool. Most of the time though, when I am actually trying to manipulate the tool, things don’t always work out. That’s when I look for a colleague or someone that is familiar with the tool. Currently, I am not proficient in using Excel. When I have used it, I have always had someone to hold my hand. I recently try to use it on my own and totally did not accomplish anything. I have seen how beneficial it can be in graphing and I really want to use it with my students but I am just not there yet. I will definitely need to find someone proficient to help me when I do get confident enough to incorporate into the classroom. When learning a new tool, if I can’t find anyone to assist me, I know through Internet collaboration tools, I could find someone to be of aid. Students can also be a resource, but at the moment, I don’t have one that is proficient in using the various tools. I did at the beginning of the year, but they both moved. To get started on this adventure, my students will be creating a podcast next week.
If you have access to a High School Business Teacher they can probably help you in 5 minutes or less. They are probably just a phone call away from you. They not only use it for themselves but have the students work on spreadsheets regularly. Excel is a wonderful program and has many applications that teachers use.
ReplyDeleteThat's a great idea! I only know a couple of HS teachers-it's time to get aquainted!
ReplyDeleteRebekah,
ReplyDeleteI think the main thing to remember is not to give up learning the new technologies. I have tried to learn some CAD design software on my own and had limited success. After taking classes and meeting some very knowledgable people that are willing to help me out. Some newer software have very good tutorials to help you learn how to use them. I still think the best way to learn is by doing, but it is really helpful having someone that knows what they are doing as well. Good luck learning your new technologies.
Mike
Good Luck with the PodCast. I look forward to hearing how it goes. I think it will be a great experience for them. Just be prepared for it to crazy, different than what you expect and creative. Remember that the first go around may not go according as planned. But they are still learning.
ReplyDeleteWe doing out first AVATAR creation where they great to record with voice for their AVATAR. It is going to be interesting to see what they create.
Nicole