As I work towards my goals, I have chosen a class and teacher I want to work with to integrate a UDL approach for instruction. I have already started creating a class profile matrix that helps me outline and visualize the students’ strengths and needs as learners. I need to complete this summary before I can even think about moving forward in choosing technology tools for a lesson.
I still plan to explore certain resources further as I pursue my goals. I have already inquired with our media specialist to find out the technology we have available in our school. I also plan to learn from my Walden colleagues as they also work on integrating technology into their own lessons. I have also subscribed to several educational technology blogs, including http://ilearntechnology.com/ and http://www.freetech4teachers.com/. These resources have been excellent in opening my eyes to various tools that I could incorporate in my lessons.
My next step, after I complete the class profile, will be to identify an upcoming lesson that could be modified to fit the UDL approach. Then, I can use the students’ profiles to determine appropriate tools that will support them in their learning.
Hello Megan,
ReplyDeleteI am impressed by the things you have already done to move toward your goal! The class profile matrix is a great step, and it is neat that you are networking with your library/media specialist. I often find it hard to collaborate because sometimes (especially if I have not done the project before), I want to try and figure everything out myself. I am not good at asking for help and I hate to make mistakes in front of other people. Like you, I am trying to connect more with our library/media specialist. He has a background in technology tools and applications that I do not have, and, frankly, he has the time…it is part of his job to support the teachers and students with these types of projects. I am getting much better at defining what help I need and then asking for support from other people. Then, I can spend my time focusing on the objectives of the lesson. I wish you luck with your project(s) and hope that you get the support that you need.
Erin
Megan,
ReplyDeleteSubscribing to educational blogs is a great way to collaborate with other teachers and get valuable ideas for your own classroom. Our district has an online forum where teachers can upload lessons, assessments, PowerPoints, etc. for other teachers within the district to view and use. It is a great way to share resources with teachers working at the other schools in our district. It is one way our district is trying to encourage collaboration. Does your district provide any type of resource like this?