GAME PLAN PROGRESS

At the moment I am trying to research new and innovative technology that my students can use on a weekly basis for my GAME PLAN. I want my students to work with at least two forms of technology during each unit of study next year and I want to avoid repetition whenever possible. I was particular happy when I found a new technology called Glogster, which can be found here; http://www.glogster.com/ The basics of a Glogster appear to be that the students can create virtual posters that include links to websites, YouTube videos, Wikipedia, etc. I believe that this technology would work well in my classroom when we work on text presentations, independent novels, and thematic units. I would like to have at least 8-12 new forms of technology prepared for my students when the school year starts. This would allow me to make it through winter break with no repetition of technology choices for my students. ANY SUGGESTIONS WOULD BE GREAT! I have also contacted the district technology coordinator in hopes of finding more technology for my classroom. I discussed the necessary steps with him to obtain new technology for my classroom such as a Smartboard and more computers (I currently only have 4 computers in my classroom and I would like to have at least 8 so larger groups can work together.) I am also looking into grants that are available for improving technology in education in hopes that a colleague and myself can write one next year. DOES ANYONE KNOW ABOUT GRANTS FOR EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY? I feel that I am doing well in starting my GAME PLAN and there is little at this point that I would change. I am moving forward with my goals and researching the technology that will help me stay relevant and my students reach a higher level of understanding. I wish to as Cennamo, Ross, & Ertmer said so well “…think about designing learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity” (2009, p.32). References; Cennamo, K., Ross, J. & Ertmer, P. (2009). Technology integration for meaningful classroom use: A standards-based approach. (Laureate Education, Inc., Custom ed.). Belmont,CA: Wadsworth, Cengage Learning.