Hi Group,
This week, we were asked to think about the effectiveness of technology today. This is a difficult question because we all come from different areas and levels taught. The Peerless article stated that technology was effective in math but the type of software must differ with the age groups.
My use of technology is limited in the classroom because I lecture and the students use models and specimens in the lab. We are attempting to incorporate some computer based lab activities in our A&P 1 and 2. Hopefully we will continue to increase the use as funding as well as good programs become available.
I look forward to learning from all of you on how you currently include technology in your daily instruction.
Ken
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As a chemistry instructor, I try to use a fair amount of technology in my courses. I use PowerPoint for most of my lectures, with class notes available on WebCT (as well as student grades, syllabus, etc). PowerPoint is especially useful in teaching chemistry in that it enables the instructor to show remarkable images of atoms, molecules, chemical reactions, etc that would not be possible with just the chalkboard. I also utilize PLATO Web Learning Network modules. The PLATO Chemistry Series modules consists of narrated presentations that utilize animations and visuals to enhance lectures or provide direct instruction; interactive lessons that provide hands-on problem solving opportunities and reinforce concepts learned in the presentation; and pre- and post-tests that may be used for assessment purposes.
In the lab, I also try to integrate technology into the curriculum. I frequently use Vernier probes that are equipped with an interface that connects to any computer and allows a pH meter, conductivity probe, etc. to easily be used. I would also like to start using virtual labs as well.
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