Introduction
Technology has influenced the way school is being run. Teachers are using new means of technology that is extremely different than just the traditional piece of paper and pencil we were use to. This webquest is designed to go over chapter 7, digital revolution and education, and provide more insight on the technology accessable to teachers.
Task
Your task is to complete the list of objectives in the process sidebar. The list provides examples and motivation to incorporate technology into your future classroom.
Process
1. First go to http://www.abcya.com/. Explore the site and click on and play any two learning games.
Briefly provide your opinion about online learning games, do you think they are useful, pros/cons of online learning games, etc.
2. Now go to https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulations/category/new. Look at all the simulations there are available.
3. Watch the video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vPO_HGafBsE. Think about how much technology as taken over the world since the video was uploaded which was nearly 5 years ago.
4. Visit http://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/internet-safety-tips-for-middle-sc…. List 4 strageries for responsible and safe online use.
5. Webquests are also available to use. Search in google, examples of good webquests and look around at them.
Conclusion
The traditional classroom is becoming transformed to reflect the high-tech world around us. If technology is used correctly it can be an exciting and resourceful tool for learning and teaching.