I took a quiz to determine how I feel about technology in the classroom in collaboration with student learning and success. At the end of the quiz it was determined that I am a "Spirit Guide" for students. According to the quiz this means that "You are dedicated to students' social and emotional well-being and understand that media is one crucial facet of their identity and sense of self-worth" (Powerful Voices for Kids). It is evident that I demonstrate a holistic approach to education where students well-beings are essential to the successful classroom environment.
Technology is a powerful tool in the classroom, in that many opportunities exist when it is utilized properly. Media is an engrained part of the 21st century. We are teaching students who are knowledgeable and comfortable with technology. Media is used in many of their everyday lives for leisure. A successful blend of education with personal use can foster a deeper appreciation of learning. Being mindful of students technological use and practices will help me to monitor their well-being.
From here, I would like to move forward and focus my energies on the content of the media literacy rather then the practices and the emotions of the students. I do believe making an effort to monitor and guide the students is essential, however, the content I aim to teach is equally important.
For more information, or to gauge your own practices take the quiz!
Technology is a powerful tool in the classroom, in that many opportunities exist when it is utilized properly. Media is an engrained part of the 21st century. We are teaching students who are knowledgeable and comfortable with technology. Media is used in many of their everyday lives for leisure. A successful blend of education with personal use can foster a deeper appreciation of learning. Being mindful of students technological use and practices will help me to monitor their well-being.
From here, I would like to move forward and focus my energies on the content of the media literacy rather then the practices and the emotions of the students. I do believe making an effort to monitor and guide the students is essential, however, the content I aim to teach is equally important.
For more information, or to gauge your own practices take the quiz!