Blog Post 6

I decided to look at the FSUS website because I have done service learning there before and was curious as to what the teacher’s websites looked like. I found a second grade teacher’s website since that is the grade I would want to teach if I were to become an educator. She included different tabs on her website such as a welcome tab, a tab that led to a paragraph about her and her educational background along with her experience. There were also tabs for her weekly newsletters, resource links, and other general information such as daily schedules and other important dates. I can view all of these things publically which I find interesting because anyone is able to see what she has planned with her class along with what she teaches them on a weekly basis.

https://www.fsus.school/Page/376

 

I do not plan on becoming a teacher, but even as a child life specialist, technology plays an important role in children’s lives. “Tech time” is something that child life incorporates so that children get the opportunity to use technological devices for educational purposes. For example, they use specific websites and online games in order to engage children and teach them. They also use ipads and other devices to teach children and provide therapeutic play to these kids so that a bit of normalcy is brought into their lives even though they don’t get to live like most children, due to illness. I feel that technology can also be important in keeping in contact with my patients and their families so that I can more effectively treat them and help them.

Regarding the tech sandbox, I found it interesting how many different types of technology they had to offer. The virtual reality that they had was extremely interesting and might be useful in the classroom because it can be engaging and a fun way to learn. It can also aid in learning and engagement of students who have disabilities or special needs. I also thought the apps on the ipad were a fun way for younger children to learn how to count money and practice other subjects. I was familiar with Smart Boards from my own experience in high school and continue to find those useful, however one downside of technology as mentioned during the tour is that it can occasionally act up and not work the way it is supposed to. Overall I find technology very fun and helpful for educational purposes.