INTERACT has provided me so many different ideas to make my classroom so much more successful and engaging next year. As a kindergarten teacher, it is very difficult to keep the students interested for long periods of time. Bringing more technology into the classroom and into their hands would make them a active participant in their learning. I can already picture ipods and ipads making my centers more differentiated and more engaging.
Looking back at last year, I didn't feel like my lesson plans or activities caused the kids not to gain the knowledge that they needed. What I did see was that I wasn't providing enough technology in my lessons to make them more fun and entertaining. I could have brought in more technology to help me teach ELA, science or math. I feel like I make excuses on why I don't use technology instead of seeking out ways to incorporate it or finding people to help me. I did attempt "papermation" this year for the 4 seasons and the kids LOVED it.
I guess what I am trying to say is that I know I am a great teacher...I want to be a AWESOME teacher. I want the students to experiment and grow. I want my lessons to be fun and interactive and next year they will be!!
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