Module 3- Get Technology Frenzy
Reflection: Google Docs is definitely something I live by in the teaching world. I work in an open-space environment with two colleagues, so communication is vital!!! We adopted this great organising tool at the beginning of the year to increase efficiency and usability of information. We used this tool to organise day plans, programs, assessments, student data and a lot more! This tool is definitely something I recommend to any teacher in an open-space environment.
ADVANTAGES OF GOOGLE DOCS
Accessibility: Colleagues can access the database 24/7 wherever they have internet connection. This tool is extremely helpful, particularly for colleagues who aren't at home and working from mobile devices.
-Version Control: Collaboration is of the utmost importance in the workplace. This tool is able to control the version of any document colleagues upload from their device.
-Sharing: Goole Docs allows you to share your documents to particular people -multiple colleagues or only a few, it is in your hands!
-Easy to Learn: This tool is straightforward and easy to pick up! You can customise your home page to a layout that suits you!
-Cost: Google Docs is FREE!
-Activity Sidebar: On the right sidebar, Google Docs allows you to see what changes your colleagues make to any documents that are shared with you.
Google Docs Form- Assessments
This tool is FANTASTIC! Not only does it allow for technology to be used in the classroom, but it can be used for any subject and allows for differentiation and customisation. You can add as many questions as you like, and make them as open-ended as possible.
Below is a link to the form I created. This term, students are learning about the topic 'Who will Buy?' in H.S.I.E. As a homework task, students will be expected to go home and ask an 'older' person a few questions in relation to shopping then and now. Check out my form below.
https://docs.google.com/a/parra.catholic.edu.au/forms/d/1hKkypFR_2Q7320coLwdm5YQsc8cI5N5w-BR83j7b0d0/viewform?usp=send_form
This tool is FANTASTIC! Not only does it allow for technology to be used in the classroom, but it can be used for any subject and allows for differentiation and customisation. You can add as many questions as you like, and make them as open-ended as possible.
Below is a link to the form I created. This term, students are learning about the topic 'Who will Buy?' in H.S.I.E. As a homework task, students will be expected to go home and ask an 'older' person a few questions in relation to shopping then and now. Check out my form below.
https://docs.google.com/a/parra.catholic.edu.au/forms/d/1hKkypFR_2Q7320coLwdm5YQsc8cI5N5w-BR83j7b0d0/viewform?usp=send_form
Hi Jessica
ReplyDeleteLisa has asked me to comment on your blog. I work in Secondary education as a TL at Patrician Bros Blacktown and I am fascinated by your journey so far, using the web 2 tools. What a great learner you are and the best example to your students! Your blog is aptly named as you are certainly an inspirational young teacher. Year 3 at St Matthew’s is lucky to have you.
I am interested in how you find the open space classroom as a concept and if you would choose to work in this environment as a preference. I can see that the technology is assisting you and your colleagues to collaborate effectively. Do all teachers in the group have to be on board with this to make it work?
Thank you for your kind words Susan. I will make sure to comment on your blog also.
ReplyDeleteMy colleagues and I get along very well, so it helps when working in an open-space environment. Luckily, we are all open to new ideas, so we are all aboard when it comes to technology, and incorporating it into the classroom and our own personal learning and teaching. Google Docs is our life! We use it for everything- it is such an effective tool for collaborating and communicating with colleagues.