Class+2

= Class 2 - The World of Google = ​

**__In Class:__**

 * we became **explorers of Google**
 * I learned how to use the **google documents** which are so helpful and engaging
 * these applications are completely **free of charge** and ready to be used for anyone who has access to the internet.
 * there are numerous advantages to the Google docs:
 * free
 * easy access
 * allows collaborative work
 * options
 * and have I said FREE?!?


 * Below are two links that allow you to see my exploration of the google docs.
 * [|Google Presentation]
 * [|Google Survey]

__**Reflection:**__

 * in my first response, I wrote how technology can become pricey, and this is a great example of how to introduce these new tools into a classroom and a school that has a **tight budget**.
 * it was mentioned in class that this also **allows the parents, and other school staff to also participate** and know what is being covered in the class.
 * this not only brings the **school community together**, but also relieves a lot of stress for parents who do want to help their children be successful in school.

__**Interactive Responsive Systems:**__

 * it is a great example of how the **traditional curriculum can be transmitted with modern resources**
 * curriculum is assessed or evaluated in an engaging manner that allows **everyone in the class to participate**, regardless if they are shy or not
 * not only do these students get the chance to participate but it is **easy for the teacher to analyze the results** and know if the students do know the material or see where they are having trouble
 * this gives them the chance to go back and **review the material** before moving forward to more difficult concepts.
 * Below is a clip of a company that explains their IRS

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__**Ian Jukes - Understanding the Digital Generation Part II**__

 * second part of the reading is concentrating on more tools and techniques to use with students in a classroom
 * there is a great diagram on page 7 demonstrating a new project that plans on integrating technology into the classroom and curriculum
 * [[image:Untitled.jpg width="678" height="477" caption="http://www.committedsardine.com/handouts/presentations/UDK2.pdf"]]