As a educator integrating a lesson with the use of technology it is important to create a lesson plan according to the Ten Step NTeQ Model and the NSCOS but also having a Plan B. Using technology in a lesson in a different subject matter requires planning and organizing to ensure that students get the objective goals of technology and the subject matter during the lesson. The Plan B is great to have in case the use of technology falls through for the lesson plan. Technology is great but it can have downtime for various reasons and that is why teachers need a Plan B. Teachers should also create support documents that will help guide student learning (Morrison, G.R. & Lowther, D.L, 2010).
Where does the "computer part" come when I am teaching a lesson?
The computer part of the lesson comes in after the teacher has addressed the objective of the lesson and given instructions and resources needed to the students to complete the Computer Function in the Ten Step NTeQ Model. Students should use the computer during this time and during the time of research and analysis and use technology to present the results. Using the computer in some form and fashion allows the teacher to assess students work and understanding of the objectives of the lesson. Teachers should also be sure to have prepared any necessary documents or information needed on the computers for students to be able to do the lesson.
How do you ensure equal access for all students with only three computers?
Due to the lack of support in funding and integration of technology in education, teachers will find themselves faced with the lack of computers for the entire class. If a teacher only has access to a few computers it is important to create a lesson plan that students can complete during assigned times to the computers. Teachers can either create and teach a lesson while using some source such as Smart Board or allow students to take turns at the few computers in the classroom. Many schools today do offer computers in the library and have a computer lab. It is important for to teachers to sign up for these areas of plenty computer access if possible for the lesson. However, the teacher should make arrangements for the lack of technology in order to allow all students to do the lesson. Once all students have completed the lesson it is important for the teacher to follow through with the rest of the steps in the lesson plan.
Reference
Morrison, G.R. & Lowther, D.L. Integrating Computer Technology into the Classroom: Skills for the 21st Century. Pearson: Boston, 2010).
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