English+Language+Arts-+Aug12

=I. Why Technology in the Classroom?=

=TPCK Model= = =

=II. Let's look at how the tech tool "Screencast-o-matic" might change a classroom for the better:=

=Example of a Self-Reflective Screencast= media type="custom" key="20541672"
 * =I want my students to think about how they think (metacognition)!=

=Example of a Teacher-Led Grammar Lesson Screencast= media type="youtube" key="vPwPQbGa-tg?rel=0" height="315" width="420"
 * =I want to "flip" my classroom so students can individually pace their learning and spend more time in class clarifying questions they may have!=

=Example of a Student-Led Grammar Screencast= media type="youtube" key="XgXTvfw7iII?rel=0" height="315" width="560"
 * =I want my students to prove to me that they understand a concept thoroughly (and be able to convey their understanding clearly)!=

=Example of a Writing-Feedback Screencast= media type="youtube" key="MeJckJVrasM?rel=0" height="315" width="560"
 * =A student just emailed me a draft of his writing and asked for some help. I want to give him some feedback!=

=III. Make your own screencast using Screencast-o-matic.com= = =

=IV. Thoughts? Questions? Suggestions of ways you might use Screencast-o-matic to enhance learning?=

Additional Resource for Working with Screencast-O-Matic Other Screencasting Resources

=V. __Additional Tools of Interest__= =1. Vocaroo= Additional Resource for Creating Audio Files with Vocaroo
 * =Did you like screencast-o-matic but just want the audio component? Try vocaroo.com to quickly record audio and share the link of your recording with a student.=

=2. Primary Pad= Additional Resource for Collaborative Writing with Primary Pad
 * =Need a collaborative space for students to create, revise, or peer-edit writing? Try Primary Pad to quickly and easily facilitate this need.=

=3. VoiceThread= Storytelling with VoiceThreads
 * =Would you like your students to develop their skills in storytelling? Try VoiceThread to make visual and auditory narrative projects.=