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Managing the One-Modem Classroom. Connected Classroom Conference February, 2000 Chicago, IL Presented by Mary B. Reid mbreid@gte.net. Managing the One-Modem Classroom. Workshop Outline 30 Students + 1 Computer = Chaos! Ideas for Using Technology in the One Computer Classroom
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Managing the One-Modem Classroom Connected Classroom Conference February, 2000 Chicago, IL Presented by Mary B. Reid mbreid@gte.net
Managing the One-Modem Classroom • Workshop Outline • 30 Students + 1 Computer = Chaos! • Ideas for Using Technology in the One Computer Classroom • Projects and Strategies for the One Computer Classroom • Quickly Locating Needles in the Haystack: WWW Search Strategies • Resources for Getting the Most Out of One Computer in the Classroom
30 Students + 1 Computer = Chaos! • The Ideal – A computer for every student • The Reality – One computer in the classroom with (ahem…) an Internet connection If we can’t increase access, we can explore methods that create authentic and interactive learning experiences with existing technology.
Ideas for the One Computer Classroom • Room Arrangement • Management/Scheduling • Classroom Modeling • Projects for the One Computer Classroom
Projects for the One Computer Classroom • Sources for Online Projects • Intercultural E-Mail Classroom Connections • Scholastic Online Activities • Global Schoolhouse • Creating Online Projects for Your Classroom • How to Design a Successful Project • Examples of Classroom WWW Projects • Another Online Project in Action
Strategies for Using Technology in the One Computer Classroom • Using the Internet to introduce a unit • Use a web site to enrich a unit • Use an activity site to involve the whole class in problem-solving • Involve students in an online adventure • Publish student work on the Internet
Locating Needles in the Haystack • WWW Search Strategies • Choosing the best search engine for your purpose • Frequently Asked Questions
Resources for Getting the Most Out of One Computer in the Classroom • Please see handouts for list of web sites • Workshops and In-services • Contact me for more information: • mbreid@gte.net • (909) 485-0290 or Fax # (909) 485-6611 • http://mbreid.tripod.com/