November 14, 2009

My Personal GAME Plan (App 2 Educ 6713)

I have identified 2 indicators in the National Education Standards for Teachers (NETS-T) on the ISTE website and I have developed a personal GAME plan to strengthen my confidence and proficiency in each of these areas.
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GAME Plan 1:
Using the computer as a tutor: WebQuests

NETS-T #2a: design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity.

Goal:
Learn more about WebQuests and how to create my own that will support my high math curriculum.

Action:

  • Locate existing WebQuests and review them for layout, content, etc.
  • Locate resources in books and online for more information about how to design and create a WebQuest of my own, including sites where I could create one.
  • Ask a colleague for a lesson on how to create a WebQuest
  • Pick a unit and try to create one using the acquired knowledge

Monitor:

  • Did I learn how to create a WebQuest?
  • Did my attempt at creating one work? Identify any problems or areas for improvement

Evaluate and Extend:

  • Keep a record of resources and procedures for future reference
  • Did I successfully create my own WebQuest that addresses my high school math curriculum and technology standards?
  • Have colleagues and a small students sample group test out my quest to evaluate and critique it.
  • Identify other units where I could also use a WebQuest
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GAME Plan 2:

Using technology in assessment: Digital Portfolios
NETS-T #2d: provide students with multiple and varied formative and summative assessments aligned with content and technology standards and use resulting data to inform learning and teaching.

Goal:
Learn more about digital portfolios and how to use them to assess my high school math students.
Action:

  • Research online resources for guidelines and suggestions.
  • Identify math standards and possible proof of student work to include for each unit.
  • Ask colleagues with experience for assistance
  • Locate websites that manage digital portfolios

Monitor:

  • Did I learn about how to use digital portfolios in my math classes?
  • Will this meet the needs of my class in math and technology?

Evaluate and Extend:

  • Keep a record of resources and procedures for future reference
  • Reflect on what I have learned and pick a class to test it out on for a shortened amount of time.
  • Keep notes on what happens and any adjustments. Once it is refined, use it in a semester long class.

If anyone has knowledge or experience in these areas (especially in reference to HS math) I would appreciate any suggestions.

1 comment:

  1. Hi Vicky. I am a high school math teacher, so your plans are particularly relevant to me. I am interested in using tutoring sites and have tried a few. The webquests seem like the next logical step. I will probably try several existing ones before I tackle creating one. Cathy

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