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Technology Integration (EDT620)

//Technology Integration (EDT620) //is a course which focal point is on the integration of software and computer devices in the classroom to enhance learning and teaching in the classroom. The course focused on the various strategies that can be utilized in integrating technology in the classroom. Numerous principles and practices were analyzed in this course to ensure that candidates were using such programs in their daily curriculum. Various programs were used to develop project based learning activities to enhance student learning. Technology Facilitation Standards Covered **#2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments ** Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessment incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETS•S. Teachers:

a. design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity. b. develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable all students to pursue their individual curiosities and become active participants in setting their own educational goals, managing their own learning, and assessing their own progress. c. customize and personalize learning activities to address students' diverse learning styles, working strategies, and abilities using digital tools and resources. d. provide students with multiple and varied formative and summative assessments aligned with content and technology standards and use resulting data to inform learning and teaching.

Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society. Teachers:
 * #3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning **

a. demonstrate fluency in technology systems and the transfer of current knowledge to new technologies and situations. d. model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning.

Reflection

All of the projects completed in the Technology Integration course were applicable to the necessities of candidates registered in the course because the assignments were geared towards the individual needs of each individual candidate. It was great to have the opportunity to research the various ways that technology can be integrated into the classroom and to examine the needs at the schools where we works. Some of the tasks completed in this course include creating rubrics to evaluate assessments, creating a crossword puzzle to assess students and completing a Project Based Learning Plan (PBL). All of the tasks were individualized and work well in various subject areas; for example, rubrics are a great way to evaluate the growth of students. Rubrics are so great because students are aware of the expectations and can utilize the information on the rubric to complete assessments. Personally, I have had great success with rubrics and will continue making use of them in the future as an evaluation tool. In addition, crossword puzzles are a great way of getting students familiarized with the content studies in class. Creating puzzles can also be use as assessments rather than a study tool. Finally, completing the PBL was a great tool way to integrate technology in daily instruction. Students need to have added opportunities be able to highlight their abilities by completing projects while using technology.

Sample Projects completed in EDT620
 * Crossword Puzzle || [[file:Puzzle Ch.3.pdf]] ||
 * Rubric || [[file:Rubric.pdf]] ||
 * PBL Plan || [[file:PBL Plan.pdf]] ||