CO-PBST+7+Reflection

CO-PBST 7 Reflection

This class has been a tremendously valuable experience. While I have a broad background in computers and computer applications having specific tools to use that students can easily learn to use was what made this class so important.

Standard 7.1 was fully addressed when we completed the smart board assignment. We used the standard covering our topic, in my case it was: Colorado Standard 3.3 //The solar system is comprised of various objects that orbit the Sun and are classified based on their characteristics.// The web quest assignment also gave me experience in developing a standards based project. I am very confident in being able to use technology to deliver standards based instruction.

7.2 was applied in each assignment, however, I think the digital story telling will be very beneficial for students to utilize creativity and knowledge demonstrate their competency on any assignment. Utilizing interactive software and programs described in the web 2.0 lesson in another important factor in increasing student achievement.

7.3 again each assignment was technologically commutative. The use of websites such as wiki spaces and Google Sites are excellent example of how to collaborate and communicate assignments using technology. Students can post their assignment work in collaborative groups on a project, and monitor each other’s progress using interactive technology.

7.4 was address in our web quest assignment when we utilized the rubric for student, teachers and parents to evaluate student produced artifacts. The rubric has students evaluate their project against a written scale that is clear to understand what is needed to perform well. The assessments built into the smart board presentations was another excellent source of data based assessment.

7.5 is addressed in all aspects of the class, Dr. Yeh presented the information in such a way reminding us to think how we would teach our students how to use and implement tools such as smart board, digital storytelling, and building websites, and researching for information using the internet.

I thoroughly enjoyed this course and especially Dr. Yeh. He made the class interesting, and each assignment was clearly demonstrated and discussed. Dr. Yeh is a tremendous asset to the education department.