I found that by using Inspiration in the classroom, students can have a visual learning aid that will help them with many different aspects in school. I liked Inspiration and how it incorporated many techniques into the learning community. My favorite part was that teachers can go to the students Inspiration page and change what needs to be changed according to the lesson plan and/or add notes that will further help the student. I would use Inspiration in my classroom by getting the students to use it before a test as a study guide or for a research project of some kind.
I think the best type of writing activities that would need the use of technology would be something like a research paper. As a soon to be English teacher I would want my students to research an author or explicate a poem. I could get the students to be active in something like E college where they have to discuss things with other students while not in the classroom. They would be allowed to ask questions to each other and help each other as needed.
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17 years ago
I agree with you. Not all students learn visually but I do believe this program will enhance many student's educatiional skills. For the other students who are not visual the ones who got it visually can assist those who didn't quite understand as well as me the teacher do my part to ensure that everyone understands.
ReplyDeleteI was thinking the same thing when it came to writing a research paper...it makes you wish you had this kind of program in high school.
ReplyDeleteIt is great to use it as a review before a test. I also like the idea to use in the research papers. As I included in my response, English teachers can use it as a vocabulary building tool.
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I was inspired by your concept that "the teacher can go to the students Inspiration page and change what needs to be changed . . . ", I could use this to change an assignment, instructions, etc. for individual students; paying close attention to each individuals "best method of learning", accordingly.
ReplyDeleteI agree that it is a helpful tool for students in a research paper and that it is a good thing that the teacher can go in and do what needs to be done. I feel like it is going to help you in many ways as you go into your field of teaching.
ReplyDeleteYes i agree with you on that point this is a informitive product that can be put to use in many different ways. Also it was a good point made about using technology for a research paper or ecollege.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you about the visual learning style. Every student has a different way of not only learning but expressing their thoughts, as well. All the visual effects of Inspiration would be a great stimulus in the classroom. Just the mention of research paper usually discourages students, but with using Inspiration I think students would enjoy the paper writing process.
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