Carring out My GAME Plan

Last week I posted about the areas of the National Education Standards for Teacher (NETS-T) I want to build up my confidence in. The first area is under standard number two Design and develop digital age learning experiences and assessments part B teachers will “design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity” (International, 2008). With my goal relating to releasing control of technology, and getting it in the hands of my students. This goal is related specifically to my K-2nd students, and I will be starting with 2nd grade. In order to accomplish this I have developed a GAME plan for my students. The goal is for my 2nd grader to create digital stories using different digital media. The 2nd grade I will be working with is very diverse and has all different learning levels. According to our book, in order to implement UDL in the classroom digital media is key (Cennamo, 2009; pg 126). I am looking into different digital media options to give the students to create a digital story. The resources that I will need for this part of my plan is computers and Ipads. The school computers has Kidspiration and power point on them, both of which could be options for my students to use. The other information that I need would be the technology level of my students and researching other digital storytelling options on the internet and apps that can also be used. I have already started researching and I have set up a meeting with the 2nd grade teacher to discuss the level of the students. My other goal National Education Standards for Teacher (NETS-T) standard I want to work on is number five Engage in professional growth and leadership part B, “Exhibit leadership by demonstrating a vision of technology infusion, participating in shared decision making and community building, and developing the leadership and technology skills of others” (International, 2008). The information that I need is similar to the information that I need from my 2nd grade students. I need to know what technology my fellow teachers are familiar with. I am working on a survey to have the teachers complete to help answer this question. The technology that I will need to carry out this part of the plan is internet, smartboard, ipads, and a computer. Cennamo, K., Ross, J. & Ertmer, P. (2009). Technology integration for meaningful classroom use: A standards-based approach. (Laureate Education, Inc., Custom ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning. International Society for Technology in Education. (2008). National education standards for teachers (NETS-T). Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/standards/nets-for-teachers