Post #6

As I searched through different elementary schools, Antioch Elementary School (K-5) is one I found easiest to navigate. This website has four main tabs of "Parents and Students," "Administration," About Our School," and "Calendar." I can see on the first page of the website, announcements and upcoming events. Tabs on the top and side are where information about the school is located. On the side tab there are quick links to different websites regarding different information about their school. Teachers class pages are located on the side tab and there are about 10 teachers with their grade level and specific information regarding their class rules, outline, and schedule. Parents and students can easily access information regarding the school without any log-in requirement. Click here for the school's website.

I envision myself using technology in my future classroom to teach young children everyday. I think it's important to be updated on the latest technology and use it each day to provide learning. I want to use an application such as a Promethean board to write lectures and use Ipads from the class to do learning activities and practice on. I also want to make sure each student in my classroom has access to technology because some may not have that ability at home. All technology based learning and practice will be used in the classroom and handouts/homework on paper for those who don't have access to computers at home. Using technology tools to plan is a great way to stay organized and staying digital is a great way to stay updated and easily accessible.

When we visited the Technology Sandbox, I found the Promethean board to be very useful for classrooms. I've had my old high-school teachers use this board for everyday teaching and learning. I think it's perfect for the classroom to teach and have students interact with learning as well. Students can go up to the board and answer questions, which would typically make little kids excited to be able to engage with technology. It's quick and you can either draw/teach on the board or open a website for practice. Unlike a white board, you can create lectures before hand and save it on the board and can have them ready for future class. It has many other applications that I think are important for teaching effectively.