Sheltered Instruction Technology
Lynn Danzey SEI/301 September 27, 2015 Dr. Kopczynski
Introduction
Many Free APPs are Available
Helps to Close The Gap Through Blended Learning
Students can get much need individualized support through online learning tools. These students still need classroom instruction, but technology offers extensions, guided practice, and motivation. It also allows students additional time to focus on concepts they might need more time on, as other students in the class might be moving forward. http://blog.edmentum.com/blended-learning-effective-model-english-language-learners
Many Different Languages Can Be Used
Aide in demonstrating a concept, skill, or strategy
Aiding in demonstrating a concept, skill, or strategy are important for ELL students. Many times they need to watch how to perform a concept many more times than other students. Allowing them to use technology after instruction can help reenforce the objective, and allow the student extended time to practice the drill before individual work is expected. Also, Many videos, such as Khan Academy and Brain Pop are great introductory tools that are quick to the point and show students step by step how to perform a skill. Students are engaged and interested in these videos, which keeps them focused and learning. Additionally, students can easily access these videos via an IPad if they need further modeling. A couple other websites that offer student practice and demonstration are ESOL Help and Vocabulary Spelling city. Technology can be used to help support ELL students who need further support in areas that they are working on mastering.
http://ww2.kqed.org/mindshift/2014/05/06/how-are-teachers-and-students-using-khan-academy/ESOL Help
Vocabulary Spelling City
Khan Academy
Provide feedback for student development
Furthermore, teachers can set up blogs that allow students to ask questions or communicate other strategies with their peers and teacher. This is a great way to support the students and have feedback for them to learn from.
Feedback is essential for student success. It is important to be specific when addressing the student's mistakes and successes. Delayed feedback is not as beneficial, so addressing the issue as soon as possible is helpful. There are many ticket out the door activities which link to a smart board with smart responders. When the students put in their answers the teacher receives instant results from his or her students. This allows teachers to pull students immediately to ensure student understanding and correct any miscommunication. Integrating technology to provide quick, meaningful feedback allows the students to be successful. http://www.edutopia.org/blog/tips-providing-students-meaningful-feedback-marianne-stenger
Help students build their vocabulary through technology
Also, students are able to use technology to take vocabulary field trips using media. Students can complete word studies, word mapping, create digital stories, photo stories, and podcasts to show their understanding.
There are also online dictionaries, thesauruses, and translation websites available to help students further their knowledge.
Using these strategies through technology can improve vocabulary use and understanding in the classroom. http://www.readingrockets.org/article/10-ways-use-technology-build-vocabulary
Using technology to help students in cooperative learning groups
Using technology helps these students work efficiently and successfully. This helps them to stay on task and focused while learning from one another. A few great online resources that are project learning friendly are Google Docs, myHistro, and WebQuest. Incorporating technology, such as this into the classroom encourages easy to manage group work and project learning for the students to engage in. http://www.colorincolorado.org/article/cooperative-learning-strategies
Creating a Google Classroom
myHistro
MyHistro is a great online website that allows students to work independently or in specific project learning groups to create timelines. This is a wonderful collaboration tool that can include text, video, and pictures to create a perfect timeline project. http://www.myhistro.com/
WebQuest
Conclusion
References
Edutopia. (2015, March 16). Blogging for English-Language Learners. Retrieved September 2 Popovici, City.com. (2015). Vocabulary Spelling City.com. Retrieved September 27, 2015, from https://www.spellingcity.com/teacher-resources.html
MyHistro. (2011). GEO-LOCATED INTERACTIVE TIMELINES WITH A SOCIAL TWIST. Retrieved September 27, 2015, from http://www.myhistro.com/