Chapter 10 Using Technology in the Early Childhood Classroom

1. Chapter 10Using Technology in the Early Childhood Classroom Warner & Sower

2. Current Practices In the classroom In the computer lab Drill and practice Educational games Productive mode Warner & Sower

3. Computer Usage x w k l ! c $ & v • For children 2 yrs. of age • For children 3-4 yrs. of age • For children K - grade 3 • For lower socio-economic children Warner & Sower

4. Software Evaluation • Age appropriateness • Child in control • Clear and easy instructions • Independence • Non violence • Technical features • Anti-bias Warner & Sower

5. Types of Web Sites for Children • Information • Communication • Interaction • Publication Warner & Sower

6. Basic Internet Terms • Internet • World Wide Web (www) • Internet browser • Home page • Search engines • Uniform Resource Locators (url) Warner & Sower

7. Integrating the Computer into the Curriculum List all available resources for the unit Make list of content areas, centers, ideas for instruction Preview other software in school Keep updating information Warner & Sower

8. How Teachers Use Computers • Calculate grades • Generate reports • Assess students in basic skills • Conduct research • Communicate with colleagues • Assist students with special needs Warner & Sower

9. Other Types of Technology • Digital cameras • Overhead projectors • Tape recorders • Laser disc reader • Camcorder • Assistive technology Warner & Sower