All of the videos and presentations recommended dealt with peer editing. For the most part, I had an idea of what effective peer editing should include. I never really thought to have it mapped out. I like the way that there was a sense of continuity between all of the presentations. There are three simple steps: compliment, suggestion, and correction. I've heard time and time again that one should always prep a person for criticism by complimenting them first. This sort of constructive criticism doesn't only apply to peer editing papers etc., but also applies to every interaction in your life.
The first video, What is Peer Editing? was super simple and to the point. I loved the simplicity and directness of the person speaking. I felt like it outlined everything so simply that I could immediately remember it. The second presentation, Peer Edit with Perfection! Tutorial went hand in hand with the first. It was also very straightforward and explanatory. The final video was wonderful. Writing Peer Review TOP 10 Mistakes was adorable. I love the way the students were so involved in the learning process. I'm sure those students learned even more due to the fact that they were so involved in creating a video explaining the worst things people can do during peer editing.
A Silly Peer Editing Joke
Technology in Special Education
There are a million more resources available to teachers of special education students. In the video, Technology in Special Education, the teacher shows how helpful technological resources are in her classroom. I was astonished by the ease at which Kris could communicate with technology in comparison to the mode that would have been used just years ago. I believe that these sort of resources should be available to any teacher with a special education student.
As a teacher, I would try my best to give students all the resources available to make their learning and communication easier. The only problem I think might arise would deal with the lack of money or funding in the schools. Hopefully, I'll land a job at a school that invests in their special education program. I would hate to have a student constantly struggling with things that could be easily fixed with the right piece of technology.
Apple Education Apps
Scene Speak by Good Karma Applications, Inc would be an awesome tool for a teacher to allow a special education student to use. It creates a virtual library that is broken down into categories. In each of these categories, there are pictures and words that can be added and customized. Also, personal pictures can be added. The names and pronunciations can be done using your own recorded voice.
For a non-verbal student, categories for each subject could be added. When asking questions or testing, the nonverbal student could use these as a sort of multiple choice/word bank. Also, it could be a simple student tool that allows them to learn in a more engaging manner.
Harness Your Students' Digital Smarts
Vicki Davis is definitely a master of student engagment. In her video, she talks about how students should be empowered and aware of technology. These sorts of classes really do teach students how to learn and keep learning for the rest of their lives. Every day, our world gets more technology dependent. For this reason, it's extremely important that they know about blogging, wikispaces, virtual worlds to blend and thrive in our society.
One of the best aspects of this class is the way it connects the students with the world. These students are from rural Georgia and communicating with others all over the world. This is an international learning experience that will change these students outlook on their place in the world. I wish Alabama would get more technologically savvy educators who were willing to have classes similar to Davis'.
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