DI RESOURCES

I took the liberty of reviewing and assessing the DI book entitled "Using Technology with Classroom Instructions that Works" written by Howard Pitler, Elizabeth R. Hubbell, Matt Khun, and Kim Malenoski (ISBN 978-1-4166-0570-6). The book is geared towards utilizing computers and technology in the classroom and discusses a variety of applications to assist students in the learning process and tools for teachers to implement. Here are a few things I found that can be an asset:

Assessment:

Set your objectives an then Create a Rubrics to communicate to your students.

The following are websites that can assist (pg 31-32)

a) http://webquest.sdsu.edu/rubrics/weblessons.htm

Discusses Rubrics designs and also has a base template

b) http://rubistar.4teachers.org/

Has a search tool to find existing rubrics and a tool to create your own rubrics online

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c) http://school.discoveryeducation.com/schrockguide/assess.html

A wide variety of pre-made Rubrics

WebQuests:

Can be a very engaging activity for students and allows them to work at home if they have internet access. Webquests are designed to focus on using information given rather than looking for it (hence - googling it). The following websites were recommend (pg 146)

a) http://webquest.org/

Able to create a WebQuest using a template and post online. Has a search feature to find WebQuest from a variety of subject areas.

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b) https://www.teacherweb.com/tweb/twquest.aspx

Directions on how to create an effective webquest

Surveys:

Online surveys can be utilized in a variety situations. For example, creating a survey to evaluate the effectiveness of a Unit of study. Have students complete a pre and post survey and evaluate the results. Surveys can be used in Business classes to gather data in a marketing project. Student council can use surveys to evaluate school needs and wants and overall student spirit. The following website was recommended (pg 26)

a) http://www.surveymonkey.com/

The site enables anyone to create a professional survey. Their is a free basic service.

More to come.......