I am a current student at the University of Cincinnati majoring in Human Development & Community with a certificate in Student Leadership. I have used technology in many different ways through my education, professionally and personally. Since 8th grade, I have been using tech tools like Google Drive and Canvas to complete and turn in assignments since the Hillard School District handed us an iPad to complete assignments.
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Technology is more accessible than ever for youth. Cell phones and other electronics allow different ways to engage with others, a world of opportunities to it be just a click away. With all the technology available why not take advantage of all opportunities it provides. In any organization that is aims at building youth into leaders, technology is essential to help engage, assess and enhance the experience the youth are having.
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Tool #1: Google DriveGoogle Drive offers different ways for students to complete assignments, for example, through a google document, slides, forms, drawing, and much more. This tool is one of my favorites because it is an easy platform for students to save and organize documents.
It meets ISTE Educator Standard 2b. "Advocate for equitable access to educational technology, digital content, and learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of all students" because it offers students different ways to complete assignments and meets the needs of students. |
Tool #2: CanvasCanvas is a learning management system where teachers can create different modules and assignments to help students learn. I have six years of experience with this technology tool through my schooling career. It is one of my favorite tools because it is easy to navigate it has many tools and functions available for students to help communicate with professors and learn information.
It meets ISTE Educator Standard 6a. "Foster a culture where students take ownership of their learning goals and outcomes in both independent and group settings" because the utilization of canvas and the functions provides students a way to learn a group and independently. |
Tool #3: QuizizzQuizizz is an interactive way for students to take a quiz. It offers different formats that students can express their knowledge from what they have learned. This is another one of my favorite tools because I have personally enjoyed taking quizzes in the classroom and while we were remote learning. I find the tool engaging, fun and encourages learning.
It meets ISTE Educator Standard 5c. "Explore and apply instructional design principles to create innovative digital learning environments that engage and support learning" because teachers are able do take instructional design principles and create an engaging quiz that empowers and create an innovative learning environment for students. |