This course has taught me so much about how to integrate technology into my classroom. As I plan with my team teachers, I find myself using the indicators of engaged learning vocabulary as we plan our lessons. I have become very much aware of what it means to effectively integrate technology into my classroom, and I’ve begun using the LoTi Sniff test as I plan my lessons. Technology is so much more than just having the students use a website or tool for the sake of using technology. It truly must make learning more authentic and meaningful, and it needs to enhance instruction in a way that will promote student engagement..
Also, I loved completing the Engaged Learning Project. I learned so much about what it means to create a lesson that includes a lot of indicators of engaged learning. I was reminded once again that lesson planning is not a fast process. Writing effective lessons takes lots of work, planning, and research. Working with other peers as they planned out their projects really helped me grow as a technology coach. I loved getting the experience of reviewing and discussing projects with one another, and I believe that being able to practice this in a safe environment will help me better a better coach at my school.
Also, I loved completing the Engaged Learning Project. I learned so much about what it means to create a lesson that includes a lot of indicators of engaged learning. I was reminded once again that lesson planning is not a fast process. Writing effective lessons takes lots of work, planning, and research. Working with other peers as they planned out their projects really helped me grow as a technology coach. I loved getting the experience of reviewing and discussing projects with one another, and I believe that being able to practice this in a safe environment will help me better a better coach at my school.