Promethean Planet Hunt

I use flipcharts a lot in math, so I decided to find one for science. I found a flip chart about making circuits. Students were able to manipulate graphics to create series and parallel circuits. Students were very engaged at the active board, but less so at their seats. I had everyone get a turn, but the students at their seats were not engaged. Even with them drawing it in their notebook it was not hooking them until they got to go up to the board.

BYOD YouTube Reflection

So I watched the YouTube video about Carson Middle School. One take away that I had was that I want to find out more about that flashcard app! Also the engagement piece is so true! My student LOVE to use the technology so I need to incorporate it more. My students are bring 10+ devices a day. So I am constantly feeling challenged to think of innovative ways to incorporate them. I have been thinking that word study is typically a mundane assignment, maybe it can be better with technology...not sure what I will do yet. I also liked the quote about breaking the barriers between school and home.

BYOD Reflection

I have been incorporating BYOD in my math centers. In honor of the holidays I had students shopping online to complete a budget project. This project was engaging and fun. Students wanted to work on it more and more so they were encouraged to bring their devices to school. I know have 8-10 regular device users daily! Also 3 parents have e-mailed me to tell me that they are purchasing devices for their students for Christmas because their child is excited to bring them to school!