Research Paths into Language Learning. I have been continuing my research into my question of how English Language Learners best acquire Academic English and how they might be impacted, whether positively or negatively, by environmental influences. One interesting source has been the MEd. research thesis paper by Cheryl Poole at Meredith College, who looked at f.

I think Interactive White Board lessons are incredibly beneficial for both students and educators. I hope I have a SMART board in my future classroom. Some of the Uruguayan students and I even became Facebook friends. And would definitely help us new teach.

One of the first things I told my professor in my Power Tools class this summer was that I wanted to learn how to use a Smart Board. For those who are not familiar with what a Smart Board is, think of a white board connected to a projector that has all sorts of neat tools to use to engage students! Smart Board Lesson Plans. There were so many to choose from! The Smart Board sometimes does not respond as quickly as I would wan.

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Both of the websites mentioned are resources teachers can use when trying to think of creative ways to incorporate a brain break for the students! Instagram in the Classroom. In EDU 701, we were asked to investigate a topic related to 21.

As our knowledge of technology expands, we have to realize that our classrooms are also becoming more diverse. We look at technology as a supplement to our lessons, but we should also look at it as a tool to assist our students who are learning English as a second, third, or even fourth language. I have identified some apps and websites that received great ratings through Graphite. 5 out of 5 stars Teacher Rating. 4 out of 5 stars For Student.

Over the past couple of weeks, I have been exploring different kinds of technology and how they can implemented into the classroom. With that, I have been looking at how I can use this technology in my future ESL classroom through methods of differentiation and accommodation. I am looking forward to using technology in my classroom with ESL students! Which Brand is Best? June 7, 2015.

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