Authentic Learning | Entry Level

Subject: Language Arts

Objectives

• Students will develop literacy skills independently.
• Students will use basic computer skills such as keyboarding by using phonics games online.

Procedure

• Have a small number of laptops setup as a station in reading rotations as teacher meets with other small groups for guided reading.
• Introduce students to relevant websites.
• Allow students to explore websites and practice skills.

Technology Present

• Computer
• Websites

Grade Level: K-2

Note: The TIM is about teaching, not technology. The placement of a lesson on the TIM is based entirely on the teaching practices demonstrated in the lesson and not on the specific technology employed. Effective pedagogy is our concern, not whether the tech involved is the latest, greatest, or most expensive. In fact, most of the sample videos were recorded some time ago as part of the original development of the Technology Integration Matrix. As you view these videos, focus on the teaching practices. When using the TIM-O to observe a lesson, remember that you can display the detailed indicators by clicking the tab on the right if you are completing a Matrix-based observation or are reviewing the TIM profile of a question-based lesson. The TIM Tools Admin Guide contains additional suggestions for observing a lesson and developing a TIM profile.

Video Reference Number: 1101