Reflection

I  enjoyed using the digital story telling.  I would have students use this to share about themselves and a good experience to get to know each other.  It is a great tool to use for projects they are working on and have reasearched. 
I was surprised that some of these tools weren't as intimidating as I thought.  I still have to practice using them to feel more comfortable and look forward to seeing how I can intergrate them in a lesson and use them in the classroom.

Tool 11

Digital Citizenship should be clearly established in the classroom, as well as, the computer lab.  We should have a school-wide expectations and rules.  In the classroom the students can be included in the process.  It's a good way to see what they think it is, what it should include, and a way to teach them exactly what it is.  Actually many may not be clear on exactly what all in includes but this is a good opportunity to state what the expectations are from the district, the campus, and in the classroom.

Tool 10

Ok so I'm considering getting an iPhone.  While on vacation my phone charger BROKE!  Couldn't find one anywhere!  Good thing my friend has an iPhone and I was able to use it to call home.  I really don't like the touch screen but may have to get use to it.  I have another friend that keeps trying to get me to purchase one.  I may just have to after this experience.
As far as using the itechnology gadgets this would give students the opportunity to use them in the science labas they conduct experiments and look up information.  It would also be a good resource to use as they reasearch a particular project.  They could have it with them in the library as they work with a partner and find the information they need to present their project. 

Tool 9

This tool gives students the opportunity to communicate with students from other countries.  It can be used with students learning a second language.  A wonderful way for students to share about their culture and see first hand what it's like to attend school in another country.  They can also help each other on learning about the other country and working on a project.  They could have interview sessions with their long distance buddy and help each other in the process of learning a second language.  They are able to see each other via Skype and see what their classroom looks like. 

Tool 8

Using the videos allows students to see first hand certain things they may be studying or researching.

Tool 7

Using a digital story would be a good way for students to write about their lives and experiences.  It would also be a wonderful way to use in history for a project and include important events that happened during a particular era.

Tool 6

Wiki's would be an excellent way for teams to roadmap for the year.  It can also be used to map out a nine-week lesson plan.  Each member could decide what they will contribute to the planning.  Students could use the wiki when researching a particular topic and then write about their findings and share when they publish their writing.