Discussion Balancing Technology Use 3/4

5/22/2015

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1) Explain how you might balance technology use in your program.

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Maria

12/14/2015 09:19:35 pm

Every child in my classroom has a weekly checklist of academic work. In that checklist, use of technology is indicated, as needed or desired, depending on the learning task. There is always a time limit, which is between 10 and 15 minutes, for using the computer. The checklist has many different tasks, so children have other pursuits besides using computers.

Britt Dougherty

12/29/2015 01:13:35 pm

First I would place tech time on our schedule, clearly lay out how much time we will have for our activity. That being said, I will also need to be flexible with the time frame if a particular activity takes more or less time than the amount provided. Second, it will be important to vary the activities provided to make the best use of our time and the students attention to their activities.

Samuel

12/29/2015 01:58:35 pm

I would balance the use of technology in my program by making a schedule, limiting the time the children use the tech each day or throughout the week, while also providing equally fun and interesting activities in place of that time.

Shannon Millican

12/31/2015 10:41:09 am

I would like to set aside specific time each week, possible each day, where students can rotate through computer stations with access to variety of different programs. With rotations, it ensures that will not be on it the whole afternoon.

Emelyn

1/18/2016 09:22:48 am

I would balance technology time by setting up weekly schedule with flexible time limits to support students with different learning spans and providing students with engaging activities that are both fun and educational.

Helen

3/12/2016 09:18:03 am

Technology can be balanced by setting time limits. I offer a once a month electronics day and kids can bring their own electronics and they get a portion of their day set aside for their electronics.

Ultimately, I want a laptop for my 4th and 5th grade students to use (gives them something special because they get bored in our environment and I have an area set up for them with pool and darts and stuff) and they can take turns for games and homework.

Diane M Dallas

12/18/2016 08:58:43 am

We of course have time limits and designated times but we have so many fun activities being offered, in addition to the technology,it seems to balance itself, actually more children are engaged in the other activities

Sharon

12/23/2016 09:24:21 pm

By having creative activities going on in our program, technology would be used at a schedule time and would be use by rotation and with a time limit or can be flexeible for some students who may need more time.

Starla Franks

1/3/2017 05:53:14 pm

The students in my program have weekly goal sheets that have a balance of technology related lessons and other lessons. The general time frame for using the technology related lessons is around 20 mins about 2-3 times a week.

goddess lourdess

4/8/2017 08:29:58 pm

not using technology for more than one center at a time. Using it for anatomy study before recess to learn how organs help muscles to run along with how blood pumps, and the nerves for sensory are easy for a preschooler to understand but under published in preschool hardback form. Pictures of brain parts that preform muscle function are all interesting and go great with gardening and nutrition and active recess that encourage much movement, agility, and major muscle skills.

Angelica Bernal

9/3/2017 09:28:48 pm

One way to balance technology use is to make sure to set a time limit for technology either every day or a certain number of days a week. And to also realize that all children are different. Some may need more time whereas others may not need as much

Teresa Johnston

11/14/2017 03:14:59 pm

Scheduling classroom time and set limits on it as well as encouraging using technology at home with their parents, again limiting the time.

nancy

11/19/2017 05:24:34 pm

I will set aside time daily or weekly to use the technology we will be using. We have outdoor time so we will add in Tech Time to our Schedule.

Beth

12/11/2017 10:42:29 am

i would have them spend some time using technology and also have them do arts and crafts and have physical activity outside.

Shayleen

12/27/2017 05:19:19 pm

I would balance technology in my classroom by setting a certain time for it weekly. This time will be used for exploring that weeks topics we went over or homework help.

Nathan

12/29/2017 05:07:23 pm

I would make a schedule so time is limited with certain technologies.

Nancy Lawrence

12/30/2017 11:48:09 am

I would balance the time allowed for tech time with the needs of the students, I realize that flexibility should be considered so that students have enough time to explore, create and finish projects

Alice Everhart

1/6/2018 10:00:24 am

I would definitely set some sort of time limit. Children have technology in school and at home so after school they should be enjoying activity with others free from school work.

Linda Kebely

1/11/2018 10:36:14 am

We would set a designated time for technology use as well as a time limit.

Kelli Paddock

3/6/2018 05:43:34 pm

Right now our program allows Tech Time one day each week at the same time.

Sandy Davis

4/23/2018 02:16:12 pm

I would have a set schedule each day to allow for technology as well as a time limit for each child to participate.

Kristin

10/17/2018 03:15:52 pm

I will balance the use of technology in my program by monitoring all aspects of technology use. Students will only be allowed a certain amount of time a day, and a certain number of times a week. I will also track to make sure all students are using technology weekly, it is important that everyone gets an opportunity to use technology.

Stephanie

11/21/2018 04:19:24 pm

Technology can be balanced by using timers, scheduling tech time, and providing activities in the classroom that are engaging and appealing

Hui Du

11/29/2018 04:57:26 pm

I will schedule technology time and provide children certain programs by using computers in the classroom.

Kathi

12/22/2018 05:23:38 pm

Follow state guidelines
Set timers
Set a schedule

Missy

12/27/2018 12:58:54 pm

I would have a daily schedule with all activities for the day , visual timer for the technology station and have multiple open ended projects at the tables and gross motor play in the gym.

Marley Stepper

12/27/2018 05:24:43 pm

One of the ways I'd balance tech time in our program would be to start with a schedule or even a sign-up sheet. We wouldn't be able to allow ALL of our students access to tech at the same time due to space and numbers. Setting up time limits and restricting students to certain programs/activities are also some ways to help balance that time.

Heike Garcia

12/30/2018 01:13:38 pm

When we had enough equipment than I would set tech time in the schedule with time limit included. Than I would put in rotation few students on the laptops and or tablets and set the timer. When a student need couple more minutes time, this student have to explain it on what he or she is working on it. A idea is to earn extra tech time under special rules (Leadership, helping out....). When a student is on a big project from school and need a lot of tech time than this student have to ask with explanation (possible no internet access at home and how big is the project in details), than this student will be offered this time in our program.

Robin Lee

1/21/2019 07:45:12 am

Currently our program does not allow for electronic devices. I am working with my director and the principal to allow us access to the schools computers. If allowed I would incorporate technology use into our schedule each week. Setting time limits but be flexible when needed.

Andrea

2/20/2019 04:19:23 pm

I would set aside a certain time of the day for a certain amount of time for the kids to rotate through the electronic devices. I would keep a chart for the kids to see when it will be their time and we will have a set time amount.
We could not do a certain day of the week because we have kids that only come 1 or 2 days a week and every family differs on what days.

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