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Discover how St. Raphael's School effectively integrates technology into its curriculum to foster meaningful and authentic learning experiences. This presentation outlines the importance of using technology in education, explores available resources, and shares innovative curriculum ideas. We emphasize enhancing learning through authentic software programs, facilitating remediation with typing skills, and improving communication through digital tools. Join us to learn how we can leverage technology for home use and support lifelong learning in our students.
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Technology In The Classroom St. Raphael’s School 2005-2006
Background • 1st Year at St. Raphael’s • 5-12 License in Social Studies • Teaching and Technology Certificate • Candidate- K-8 Keyboarding (2005) • Candidate- Master of Arts (2006)
How To Get A Hold of Me • At School: 763-504-9450 ext. 311 • By Email: lsimonet@straphaelsschool.com • My Hours: 6:45 AM – 4:00 PM • Will Respond Within 24 Hours • My Digital Portfolio: http://lisasimonet.efoliomn2.com
My Teaching Philosophy • Create a curriculum that is meaningful and authentic • Utilize digital tools that enhance learning • Ensure that students retain information by authentic practice. • Allow students to begin lifelong learning.
Outline For Presentation • Why do we need to use technology? • What resources do we have available? • What curriculum ideas do you have? • How can we use technology at home?
Why Use Technology? • Enrich Learning • Facilitate Remediation • Improve Communication
Enrich Learning • Use Authentic Software Programs • Microsoft Office Suite • Word • PowerPoint • Excel • iLife Suite • iMovie • iPhoto • Inspiration
Facilitate Remediation • Use of Type to Learn • Keyboarding Skills • Proper Technique • Research on Ergonomics • Ensure Safety of All Students • Positive Encourage Proper Posture
Improve Communication • Use of Email to Communicate • Virtual Field Trips • “Blogging” • Digital Portfolios • Internet Connection • Mobile Lab
Computer Lab • eMac Machine • Connected to Internet • Ample Software • All in One Design • New as of 2005
Mobile Lab • iBook G4 • Wireless Access to internet with AirPort • Batteries last up to 5 hours. • Weighs less than 5 pounds
Curriculum Ideas • Create iMovie Biographies • Create PowerPoint Projects • Use Excel to Graph Data • Encourage Safe Use of Internet
Using Technology At Home • Virtual Field Trips • Websites that encourage learning about diversity • Journaling or “Blogging” • Creating a Digital Portfolio • Use http://www.atomiclearning.com • Using Digital Camera/Camcorder to create home movies.