Technology in Fifth Grade
Integrating Digital Citizenship: ELA & Social Studies
Technology in Social Studies
This term the students used technology to supplement their research and presentations about the Causes of the American Revolution. They learned how to narrow searches by using specific keywords, how to evaluate sources, and how to use original documents to learn about multiple sides of the issues. They created Google Slideshows to assist their presentations, which was also a new technological skill for them to master.
"We can read online or on our e-readers!"
I love that because it gives me experience with technology, using books in different formats. --Hannah
What the kids said...
Ally
I use technology to do my homework, because it helps me learn easier because I'm used to technology a lot. I never share my personal information online.
DJ
I use technology to get stuff done. The iPad touch helps me learn. I don't go to crazy things on it, I just use apps that I'm supposed to use.
Micah
I like to play games. They help me learn math facts and do spelling. Then I play games for fun. I don't go on Facebook because there's bad stuff on there.
Demographics
DRG: E
Total Students in 5th Grade: 31
Black: 3
White: 27
Other: 1
Students with IEPs: 10
Males: 13
Females: 18
"Use the tools of technology to open the doors of your own efficiency and specialty to enrich your life and the lives of your students" --Mrs. Kendrick
Board of Education Presentation
With the help of Animoto, I was able to create a video to show to the Board of Education explaining Genius Hour in the fifth grade. Not only were the BOE members impressed by student work, they were able to see pictures and videos of the presentations, which gave them a greater understanding of how technology is being used to support student-led, inquiry-based, CCS-supported learning.
Amy Bourque
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