I think that supporting learners from diverse backgrounds is so important in order to empower students with their learning. I have several students in my classroom that use a Chromebook supplied by the school as their family is unable to afford one. If we didn't supply these Chromebooks then they would be at huge disadvantage.
I've also had feedback from my students about what they enjoy doing on their Chromebooks in the classroom and what they don't enjoy. I now have the challenge to use certain programmes that they like using in order to try and hook reluctant learners!
Computational thinking:
I have now realised that my students aren't as digitally fluent as I thought. They may be quite competent in using one aspect of google but not in others. Students have recently made goals in order to become more fluent in other areas.
After DFI I feel so much more confident in my abilities to be able to show students how to use various google aspects and how to move to the next level of learning.
It was really interesting having time to explore the Digital Curriculum. I need to look deeper into this and will also share it with other teachers at school.
Kia ora Andrea. You raise a good point about students being confident with some tools. Wouldn't it be great for them to have a wide range of skills and tools that they can call upon in different situations. Did any of today's resources stand out as having real potential with your learners?
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