Rationale

This module is created for teachers of different backgrounds that want to integrate technology in the classroom. Blogs and Wikis can be used to encourage students to participate in classroom discussions and assignments in a non-threatening manner.

Goal

The overall goal of this module is for teachers to learn additional ways to integrate technology into the classroom using online resources and tools, such as Blogs and Wikis.

Objectives

After completing this module, teachers will be able to:

  • Engage students in exploring real-world issues and solving authentic problems using Blogs & Wikis.  NETS-T-1b
  • Promote student reflection using collaborative tools (Blogs & Wikis) to reveal and clarify students’ conceptual understanding and thinking, planning, and creative processes. NETS-T-1c
  • Customize and personalize learning activities to address students’ diverse learning styles, working strategies, and abilities using Blogs & Wikis. NETS-T-2c
  • Collaborate and communicate with students, peers, parents, and community members using Blogs & Wikis. NETS-T-3b, 3c
  • Promote and model digital citizenship and responsibility by teaching ethical use of digital technology, digital etiquette, and cultural awareness.  NETS-T-4

 

Contact Information:

Professional Development Planning Template

Tracie Cooper

University of West Georgia

tcooper1@my.westga.edu