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Patricia Hutton

This document discusses various technologies that can be used to support literacy in middle and high school classrooms. It begins by defining different types of literacy needed in the 21st century, including information literacy, new literacy, computer literacy, and critical literacy. It then explores why technology should be used to support active and collaborative learning. Several questions are provided to consider before implementing technology. The rest of the document discusses specific technologies like audiobooks, ebooks, word processing, multimedia, internet research, blogs, wikis, social networking, social bookmarking, simulations, digital storytelling, and e-portfolios that can enhance literacy. Resources and examples of uses in classrooms are also provided.

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Technology to Improve Literacy inMiddle and High SchoolPatricia HuttonLA consultantCMSCE at Rutgerstikap@aol.com908-757-27511
Just What is Literacy in the 21st Century?Information Literacy: access and use information, analyze content, work with ideas, synthesize thought, and communicate results.New Literacy: The ability to solve genuine problems and transfer information Computer Literacy: accurately and effectively use word processors, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation and graphic software.Critical Literacy: critical thinking to discern meaning Media Literacy: communicate in print and electronic media -access, understand, analyze and evaluate images, words, and sounds2
Why Use Technology?active learning•problem-based learning, collaborative learning, and/or student-centered learning• access to the "best resources" from anywhere •increased interaction •combination of learning styles•promotes life-long learning•critical, reflective learning•instant feedback •opportunity for participation by shy or quiet students•learning is fun3
Questions to Ask BeforeUsing Technology1. Is the technologybetter than other approaches? What risk is involved? Is it worth the change?2. Can the results be easily observed? 3.How consistent is technology with the experiences and needs of the users?4.Is the technology easy to understand, use, and maintain? Can it be explained to others?5. Can the innovation be tried out? If we don't like it can we try something else?Are you using technology just for the sake of using it or does it enhance student learning?4
Technologies to Support ReadingAudiobooks- promote interest and improve comprehensionElectronic Books and Online Texts-text enhancements (definitions or background information ) -searchable, modifiable and enhanceable Online texts-free online reading materials - books, plays, short stories, magazines, and reference materials -contain hypermedia—links to text, data, graphics, audio, or video , Electronic Talking Books- a digitized reading -increase motivation -promote word recognition -glossary entries, explanatory notes, and simplified rewordings Programmed Reading Instruction-software programs, computer-assisted instruction -skills-based instruction - voice-activated reading softwareProject LISTEN5
Technologies to Support WritingWord Processing-improves the quality of student writing-promotes collaborative writingDesktop Publishing-students format text, plan the layout, insert charts and graphicsMultimedia Composing- insert images, sounds, and video -self-expression -support for reading and writing skillsOnline Publishing-motivate student writing - Class web pages display student work-The Collaboratory Projectonline magazines and educational organizations - The Young Writers Club, and International Kids' Space. The World of Reading - book reviews from childrenInternet-Based Communication- e-mail, electronic bulletin boards, with peers, adults, or experts-online pen pals (e-pals or keypals). ePals6
Technologies to Support Research and CollaborationInternet Search Engines-access online journals, magazines, newspapers, encyclopedias, and Web sitesOnline Tools for Evaluating Web-Based Information-a basic literacy skill.evaluating online information -Web Sites for Collaborative Activities-access and share a global curriculum-development lab -engage class with another in literacy-based projects -powerful motivation Global Schoolhouse7
PodcastsA podcast is a video or audio file that is shared and downloaded over the Internet.Classroom uses:Lessons for students to listen to for knowledge/share information Student created podcasts to demonstrate understanding8
PodcastingPopular educational podcasts:http://grammar.quickanddirtytips.com/default.aspxhttp://www.mathgrad.com/Creative Writingactivated storiesShakespodospeare9
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Podcasting ResourcesApple’s Podcasting in Education - Wonderful resource for learning about podcasting in education. GarageBand tutorialCreating PodcastsPodcast Lesson Plans2006 NECC Podcasting PresentationPodomaticVoki- record voice with an avatariPadio-record for Internet using the telephone11
Blogsweb site maintained by an individual making regular entries that include text, graphics, audio, and video. Readers can leave comments -interactiveWriting as a process stops, but blogging continues.Writing is inside; blogging is outside.Writing is monologue; blogging is conversation.Writing is thesis; blogging is synthesis.12
Benefits to BloggingPromote critical and analytical thinkingPromote creative thinkingPromote analogical thinkingProvide access to quality informationCombine individual reflection and social interaction13
How Could I Incorporate Blogs?Create a reader’s guide to literaturePersonal reactions to literatureWrite reflexivelyPublish writingShare ideas and opinions on topics explored in classWrite about class topics using new vocabulary/create a personal glossaryShare a projectComplete a webquest14
To blog or not to blog?The following links lead to blogs in use in classrooms:http://weblogs.hcrhs.k12.nj.us/bees/senior EnglishHigh School Literatureas ePortfolios15
Blogging Across the CurriculumThe Write WeblogBlogging in MathSocial Studies BlogScience BlogPhysical EducationMath games16
Blog Linkshttp://edublogs.org/http://www.wordle.net/create-creates Word Clouds from texthttp://www.readwritethink.org/materials/comic/index.html- comic strip creatorhttp://www.wikispaces.com/site/for/teachers100K/http://www.blogger.com/starthttp://www.wetpaint.com/http://my.pbwiki.com/new.phphttp://wordpress.com/17
The World of WikisA collaborative web page or series of pages that allow anyone to add/ edit content18
Will wikis work for me?Uses for wikis within the classroom:Group projects: Students research, outline, draft, and edit projects Assignments: Post homework, calendars, study guidesResource Collections: Organize articles, websites, audio/ video resourcesPeer ReviewGroup FAQ: Students post and respond to questions on a given topicParent Involvement: Give parents classroom newsOnline Newspaperchemistry wikihttp://precalculus.pbwiki.com/collaborative English projectWikispacesEnglish 1English Department19
Discussion boards---post video, a picture, a question, a reading assignment, a web link, have students discussPublication opportunities-- create pages and publish workGroup collaboration--work on a group document anywhereOnline literary circles--facilitate discussion about a novel Peer revision--post drafts of written work, comment, edit, revise and respond Electronic portfolios--Create a class homepage and a page for every student to upload their written assignmentsProjects-- wiki for a class project -famous author or character in a book Research—Students create website20
Social networkingSocial networking sites: build online communities
interactive communication tools such as chat and instant messaging
an easy way for people to connect/share information21
Social NetworkingSocial networking sites -online classrooms. Collaboration, research,discussion, and socialization continue beyond the walls of the classroom.Language ArtsE-learning journeyssocial networking wikisocial networking22http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6a_KF7TYKVc
Social bookmarkingWeb sites -search, store, organize, and share bookmarks by using tagsBenefits:Allow yourself and your students to share bookmarks on research topics
Collaborate on projects with other schools, classes 23
Social BookmarkingExamples from real classrooms:http://www.furl.net/member/mollybughttp://delicious.com/brassthttp://delicious.com/VagueryCheck out these tutorials for additional resources:http://web2tutorial.wikispaces.com/social_bookmarkshttp://teachingtoday.glencoe.com/howtoarticles/social-bookmarking24
Popular social bookmarking sites:Del.icio.us [http://del.icio.us]Mister Wong [http://www.mister-wong.com]Blogmarks [http://blogmarks.net]Diigo [http://www.diigo.com/]StumbleUpon [http://www.stumbleupon.com]Educational benefits / classroom applications:Network with other educators
Academic departments share web resources
Share bookmarks on research topics
Collaborate on projects with other schools, sharing bookmarks 25
Concerns and solutions:No standards for tagging- use a class list of standard tags
Some students might wait for others to provide good websites -monitor students
Students add inappropriate websites -discuss school's Acceptable Use Policy, cyberethics and self management.Real-world examples from teachers:Andrew Robitaille (eLearning integration teacher) del.icio.us bookmarks Mollybug (social studies teacher) furl bookmarksTami Brass (teacher in Minnesota) del.icio.us bookmarksBill Tozier (educator from Michigan) del.icio.us bookmarksmrichme (educator) del.icio.us bookmarksBud Hunt (educator from Colorado) del.icio.us bookmarksDarren Kuropatwa (a math teacher from Winnipeg) furl bookmarksSuzanne Tate (educator from Melbourne) del.icio.us bookmarks26
Simulations/gamesclub bingWorld Without Oil and writinghttp://scratch.mit.edu/2simple.com/27
SmartBoard Activitiesscrapbookmyths grade 4-928
Digital storytellingStep by StepStudent pairs orally answer questions from .Students introduce their place by telling where it was, what it looked like, and its importance.The body:What is your earliest memory of your place? What are your feelings when you are there? What difference does your place make in your life? What do you see in your place that no one else sees? Visually representing -drawing, painting, creating a collage, or using KidPix(digital stories -approximately 3 minutes in length) Include a hook to introductionsPeer coaching during production   Teacher shares a place story - discuss the hook, the images ,the tone , and the music -create a modelCreate a digital story as a class   29
E-portfoliosStudent benefits:Personal knowledge managementHistory of development and growthPlanning/goal setting toolMake connections between learning experiencesMetacognitive elements -plan future learning needs based on previous successes and failures.Personal control of learning historyFaculty benefits from:Means to share contentAuthentic assessmentPreparing learners for life-long learningCreate centralized assessment resources30
PBLGlobal Schoolhouse31
Webquestscost of collegeBudgetsPerfect MealWeatherwitness to the worldNightMoving to America- an immigration webquestLewis and Clark32
Backchanneling-using networked computers for real-time online conversation alongside live spoken remarksBenefits:Engages students during videos/lecturesEncourages processing, reflecting, and analyzingEmphasizes higher order thinkingAll students participateProcess:Completed on secure siteUse texting abbreviations that are posted in advanceUse guiding questions and students respond, reflect, and discuss during presentation33
Ideas for Using Technology34
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Techinlamiddlehigh

  • 1. Technology to Improve Literacy inMiddle and High SchoolPatricia HuttonLA consultantCMSCE at Rutgerstikap@aol.com908-757-27511
  • 2. Just What is Literacy in the 21st Century?Information Literacy: access and use information, analyze content, work with ideas, synthesize thought, and communicate results.New Literacy: The ability to solve genuine problems and transfer information Computer Literacy: accurately and effectively use word processors, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation and graphic software.Critical Literacy: critical thinking to discern meaning Media Literacy: communicate in print and electronic media -access, understand, analyze and evaluate images, words, and sounds2
  • 3. Why Use Technology?active learning•problem-based learning, collaborative learning, and/or student-centered learning• access to the "best resources" from anywhere •increased interaction •combination of learning styles•promotes life-long learning•critical, reflective learning•instant feedback •opportunity for participation by shy or quiet students•learning is fun3
  • 4. Questions to Ask BeforeUsing Technology1. Is the technologybetter than other approaches? What risk is involved? Is it worth the change?2. Can the results be easily observed? 3.How consistent is technology with the experiences and needs of the users?4.Is the technology easy to understand, use, and maintain? Can it be explained to others?5. Can the innovation be tried out? If we don't like it can we try something else?Are you using technology just for the sake of using it or does it enhance student learning?4
  • 5. Technologies to Support ReadingAudiobooks- promote interest and improve comprehensionElectronic Books and Online Texts-text enhancements (definitions or background information ) -searchable, modifiable and enhanceable Online texts-free online reading materials - books, plays, short stories, magazines, and reference materials -contain hypermedia—links to text, data, graphics, audio, or video , Electronic Talking Books- a digitized reading -increase motivation -promote word recognition -glossary entries, explanatory notes, and simplified rewordings Programmed Reading Instruction-software programs, computer-assisted instruction -skills-based instruction - voice-activated reading softwareProject LISTEN5
  • 6. Technologies to Support WritingWord Processing-improves the quality of student writing-promotes collaborative writingDesktop Publishing-students format text, plan the layout, insert charts and graphicsMultimedia Composing- insert images, sounds, and video -self-expression -support for reading and writing skillsOnline Publishing-motivate student writing - Class web pages display student work-The Collaboratory Projectonline magazines and educational organizations - The Young Writers Club, and International Kids' Space. The World of Reading - book reviews from childrenInternet-Based Communication- e-mail, electronic bulletin boards, with peers, adults, or experts-online pen pals (e-pals or keypals). ePals6
  • 7. Technologies to Support Research and CollaborationInternet Search Engines-access online journals, magazines, newspapers, encyclopedias, and Web sitesOnline Tools for Evaluating Web-Based Information-a basic literacy skill.evaluating online information -Web Sites for Collaborative Activities-access and share a global curriculum-development lab -engage class with another in literacy-based projects -powerful motivation Global Schoolhouse7
  • 8. PodcastsA podcast is a video or audio file that is shared and downloaded over the Internet.Classroom uses:Lessons for students to listen to for knowledge/share information Student created podcasts to demonstrate understanding8
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  • 11. Podcasting ResourcesApple’s Podcasting in Education - Wonderful resource for learning about podcasting in education. GarageBand tutorialCreating PodcastsPodcast Lesson Plans2006 NECC Podcasting PresentationPodomaticVoki- record voice with an avatariPadio-record for Internet using the telephone11
  • 12. Blogsweb site maintained by an individual making regular entries that include text, graphics, audio, and video. Readers can leave comments -interactiveWriting as a process stops, but blogging continues.Writing is inside; blogging is outside.Writing is monologue; blogging is conversation.Writing is thesis; blogging is synthesis.12
  • 13. Benefits to BloggingPromote critical and analytical thinkingPromote creative thinkingPromote analogical thinkingProvide access to quality informationCombine individual reflection and social interaction13
  • 14. How Could I Incorporate Blogs?Create a reader’s guide to literaturePersonal reactions to literatureWrite reflexivelyPublish writingShare ideas and opinions on topics explored in classWrite about class topics using new vocabulary/create a personal glossaryShare a projectComplete a webquest14
  • 15. To blog or not to blog?The following links lead to blogs in use in classrooms:http://weblogs.hcrhs.k12.nj.us/bees/senior EnglishHigh School Literatureas ePortfolios15
  • 16. Blogging Across the CurriculumThe Write WeblogBlogging in MathSocial Studies BlogScience BlogPhysical EducationMath games16
  • 17. Blog Linkshttp://edublogs.org/http://www.wordle.net/create-creates Word Clouds from texthttp://www.readwritethink.org/materials/comic/index.html- comic strip creatorhttp://www.wikispaces.com/site/for/teachers100K/http://www.blogger.com/starthttp://www.wetpaint.com/http://my.pbwiki.com/new.phphttp://wordpress.com/17
  • 18. The World of WikisA collaborative web page or series of pages that allow anyone to add/ edit content18
  • 19. Will wikis work for me?Uses for wikis within the classroom:Group projects: Students research, outline, draft, and edit projects Assignments: Post homework, calendars, study guidesResource Collections: Organize articles, websites, audio/ video resourcesPeer ReviewGroup FAQ: Students post and respond to questions on a given topicParent Involvement: Give parents classroom newsOnline Newspaperchemistry wikihttp://precalculus.pbwiki.com/collaborative English projectWikispacesEnglish 1English Department19
  • 20. Discussion boards---post video, a picture, a question, a reading assignment, a web link, have students discussPublication opportunities-- create pages and publish workGroup collaboration--work on a group document anywhereOnline literary circles--facilitate discussion about a novel Peer revision--post drafts of written work, comment, edit, revise and respond Electronic portfolios--Create a class homepage and a page for every student to upload their written assignmentsProjects-- wiki for a class project -famous author or character in a book Research—Students create website20
  • 21. Social networkingSocial networking sites: build online communities
  • 22. interactive communication tools such as chat and instant messaging
  • 23. an easy way for people to connect/share information21
  • 24. Social NetworkingSocial networking sites -online classrooms. Collaboration, research,discussion, and socialization continue beyond the walls of the classroom.Language ArtsE-learning journeyssocial networking wikisocial networking22http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6a_KF7TYKVc
  • 25. Social bookmarkingWeb sites -search, store, organize, and share bookmarks by using tagsBenefits:Allow yourself and your students to share bookmarks on research topics
  • 26. Collaborate on projects with other schools, classes 23
  • 27. Social BookmarkingExamples from real classrooms:http://www.furl.net/member/mollybughttp://delicious.com/brassthttp://delicious.com/VagueryCheck out these tutorials for additional resources:http://web2tutorial.wikispaces.com/social_bookmarkshttp://teachingtoday.glencoe.com/howtoarticles/social-bookmarking24
  • 28. Popular social bookmarking sites:Del.icio.us [http://del.icio.us]Mister Wong [http://www.mister-wong.com]Blogmarks [http://blogmarks.net]Diigo [http://www.diigo.com/]StumbleUpon [http://www.stumbleupon.com]Educational benefits / classroom applications:Network with other educators
  • 30. Share bookmarks on research topics
  • 31. Collaborate on projects with other schools, sharing bookmarks 25
  • 32. Concerns and solutions:No standards for tagging- use a class list of standard tags
  • 33. Some students might wait for others to provide good websites -monitor students
  • 34. Students add inappropriate websites -discuss school's Acceptable Use Policy, cyberethics and self management.Real-world examples from teachers:Andrew Robitaille (eLearning integration teacher) del.icio.us bookmarks Mollybug (social studies teacher) furl bookmarksTami Brass (teacher in Minnesota) del.icio.us bookmarksBill Tozier (educator from Michigan) del.icio.us bookmarksmrichme (educator) del.icio.us bookmarksBud Hunt (educator from Colorado) del.icio.us bookmarksDarren Kuropatwa (a math teacher from Winnipeg) furl bookmarksSuzanne Tate (educator from Melbourne) del.icio.us bookmarks26
  • 35. Simulations/gamesclub bingWorld Without Oil and writinghttp://scratch.mit.edu/2simple.com/27
  • 37. Digital storytellingStep by StepStudent pairs orally answer questions from .Students introduce their place by telling where it was, what it looked like, and its importance.The body:What is your earliest memory of your place? What are your feelings when you are there? What difference does your place make in your life? What do you see in your place that no one else sees? Visually representing -drawing, painting, creating a collage, or using KidPix(digital stories -approximately 3 minutes in length) Include a hook to introductionsPeer coaching during production   Teacher shares a place story - discuss the hook, the images ,the tone , and the music -create a modelCreate a digital story as a class   29
  • 38. E-portfoliosStudent benefits:Personal knowledge managementHistory of development and growthPlanning/goal setting toolMake connections between learning experiencesMetacognitive elements -plan future learning needs based on previous successes and failures.Personal control of learning historyFaculty benefits from:Means to share contentAuthentic assessmentPreparing learners for life-long learningCreate centralized assessment resources30
  • 40. Webquestscost of collegeBudgetsPerfect MealWeatherwitness to the worldNightMoving to America- an immigration webquestLewis and Clark32
  • 41. Backchanneling-using networked computers for real-time online conversation alongside live spoken remarksBenefits:Engages students during videos/lecturesEncourages processing, reflecting, and analyzingEmphasizes higher order thinkingAll students participateProcess:Completed on secure siteUse texting abbreviations that are posted in advanceUse guiding questions and students respond, reflect, and discuss during presentation33
  • 42. Ideas for Using Technology34
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  • 46. ResourcesRichardson, W. (2006). Blogs, wikis, podcasts, and other powerful web tools for classrooms. Thousand Oaks, California: Corwin Press.
  • 47. Solomon, G. ; Scrum, L. .(2007). Web 2.0 new tools, new schools. International Society for Technology in Education. Washington, DC
  • 49. websitesStemtube-students share their own work through videosGoogle Lit TripsAnimoto- multimedia alternative to book reportshttp://youthvoices.net/39
  • 50. WebsitesOnline Communication and Adolescent Relationships
  • 52. Welcome to the Blogoshpere
  • 53. Technologies Such as Wikis in the Classroom
  • 59. http://del.icio.us/ -easy to use and free, more appropriate for educators than students
  • 61. http://www.edutagger.com/for K-12 learners/educators 7 Things You Should Know About Social Bookmarkinghttp://www.buddymarks.com/- a closed system
  • 68. ResourcesClassroom examplesHelpful linkshttp://www.eschoolnews.com/resources/reports/video2005/index.cfmhttp://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/fil/pages/listdvma.html A collection of links to explore.http://www.billzarchy.com/clips/clips_apple_ed_students.htmhttp://www1.moe.edu.sg/itopia/download/abstracts/Advanced%20Digital%20Video%20Workshop.pdfhttp://www.mstandley.com/books_pubs/teaching_storytelling.pdf.http://www.atomiclearning.com/freeimovie.shtmlhttp://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/moviemaker/learnmore/http://www.thislife.org/Exampleshttp://www.oneworldjourneys.com/http://tech-head.com/dstory.htm42
  • 69. ImagesMicrosoft Clip Art: all graphics except photosPhotos from Print Workshop collections43
  • 70. Thank You!Patricia HuttonLA consultantCMSCE- Rutgers44tikap@aol.com908-757-2751