ITC: 93 – I Am Changing Jobs, What I Am Thinking and Doing
It has come to that point in life to shake up the snow globe. I have just taken a job at Dean College as the director of instructional technology and… Read more »
ITC: 92 – Using Audio Recordings to Boost Classroom Learning
Our brains are wired for audio. It is a natural function. When we are born, we learn to process sound before we learn to read. It would only make sense… Read more »
ITC: 91 – Here Is a Strategy for Purposefully Introducing Technology in the Classroom
When you add technology to your classroom, the technology has to serve a purpose such as increasing efficiency or improving performance. The SAMR model will help you choose an appropriate… Read more »
ITC: 90 – How to Get Students to Remember More of What They Read
Students will remember and comprehend more of what they read when they switch from a passive reading method to and active one. SQ3R can help students read with a purpose.
ITC: 89 – 13 Techniques for Activating Prior Knowledge in the Classroom
One of the most significant impediments to learning and reading is poor vocabulary. Poor vocabulary will hold back your learners. A strong vocabulary will help individuals extract the exact meaning… Read more »
ITC: 88 – How to Use Gallery Walks in the Classroom
Museum gallery walks provide a wonderful way to reflect upon and critique exhibits. We can also use this strategy in our classrooms.