Bhavika Patel FRIT 7737: Media Specialist Practicum Fall 2012

Title of Unit

Using Web 2.0

Grade Level

Staff Development

Desired Outcomes
Established Goals: National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS*T) I. Technology Operations and Concepts Teachers demonstrate a sound understanding of technology operations and concepts. Teachers: A. demonstrate introductory knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology (as described in the ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for Students). B. Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies. II. Planning and Designing Learning Environments and Experiences Teachers plan and design effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology. Teachers: A. design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners. C. identifies and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability. D. plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities. E. plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment. III. Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum Teachers: B. use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students. C. applies technology to develop students higher-order skills and creativity. IV. Assessment and Evaluation Teachers apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies. Teachers: B. use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning. C. apply multiple methods of evaluation to determine students appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity V. Productivity and Professional Practice Teachers use technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice. Teachers: A. use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.

B. continually evaluates and reflects on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning. C. applies technology to increase productivity. VI. Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human Issues Teachers understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PK-12 schools and apply that understanding in practice. Teachers: B. applies technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities. C. identifies and use technology resources that affirm diversity. D. promotes safe and healthy use of technology resources. E. facilitates equitable access to technology resources for all students. National Educational Technology Standards for Administrators (NETS*A) II. Learning and Teaching Educational leaders ensure that curricular design, instructional strategies, and learning environments integrate appropriate technologies to maximize learning and teaching. Educational leaders: B. facilitates and support collaborative technology-enriched learning environments conducive to innovation for improved learning. III. Productivity and Professional Practice Educational leaders apply technology to enhance their professional practice and to increase their own productivity and that of others. Educational leaders: B. employs technology for communication and collaboration among colleagues, staff, parents, students, and the larger community. F. use technology to advance organizational improvement.

Understandings: The importance of incorporating Web 2.0 tools into classrooms The benefits and challenges of using Web 2.0 tools Essential Questions: What are Web 2.0 Tools? How can we incorporate them within our classrooms?

Teachers will know: How to use and utilize Web 2.0 tools The benefits and challenges of using Web 2.0 tools

Teachers will be able to do: Access various online Web 2.0 tools. Select appropriate Web 2.0 tools for specific situations. Explain why a certain Web 2.0 tool works for them The benefits of selecting appropriate technology.

Assessment Evidence
Performance Tasks: Examine a minimum of 30 Web 2.0 tools and applications. Select 15 tools that you feel best supports your curriculum Create a LiveBinder or Prezi to collect and analyze your chosen tools. Explain the reasoning behind your choices with each tool in your LiveBinder or Prezi. Other Evidence: Use of critical-thinking and inquiry skills to successfully complete assignment. Observed confidence in use of Web 2.0 tools.

Learning Plan
(The activities were completed when time permitted.) Begin class by asking and discussing, What is Web 2.0 and Why should we use it? Have group watch How will you teach me in the 21st Century, (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rvyP-cwpHN8&feature=player_embedded) and Web 2.0 in the classroom. (http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=ue1FeMBfKec&feature=player_embedded) Discuss reactions and relation to everyones classroom. Compare and Contrast Web 1.0 and Web 2.0 Focus on Web 2.0 definitions, terminology and examples. Continue discussion while explaining the purpose and goals of the unit. Begin with explaining Prezi through Prezi tutorial, then build example as a class follow with Livebinders tutorial Supply links to sites to assist with selecting 15 Web 2.0 tools. Upon completion of LiveBinders, have teachers begin building their own

individual LiveBinder with their chosen Web 2.0 tools. Teachers present their LiveBinders, explaining why they chose the Web 2.0 tools to include in binder. Have class complete self-reflection then share with class.

Notes to the Instructor Use this area, if needed, to explain to the instructor how your planned activities above satisfy specific elements of the scoring rubric.

Time to Reflect
Now that you've explored numerous Web 2.0 sites and tools then created your first LiveBinder or Prezi, please answer the following questions:

How do you feel about your progress and understanding?

Do you feel comfortable navigating the tools and selecting the appropriate tools for your students?

Have you found a benefit to utilizing Web 2.0 tools?

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