Taya Breden

Chap 8 Concept 1 ) The first concept I will reflect upon is the use of  Skype . As stated in the book Skype turns a computer into a telephone and a video conference at the same time. Skype makes it possible for classroom teachers to make connections with other students and teachers from all over the world. I think that is a great way for students to learn about other cultures around the world. It gives them a opportunity to visually and virtually see how other cultures work.  Here is a short clip that I watched that really gave me an insight on how Skype really works between the two classrooms. I currently work at a preschool that offers a Spanish Immersion Program and I think this would be a great attribute to the class.  Concept 2) The second concept I will reflect upon is Media Literacy,  which is where students learn ways to think critically about their experiences with entertainment and social media (Hobbs,2011). Media literacy promotes a visual le...

The three concepts to reflect upon re: Chapter 1 1) The first concept I will reflect upon is the use of  Tech Tools  which include Tablets,Smartphones and Laptops in the classroom. Technology plays a big part in today's society. As stated in the book when you enter teaching you will quickly find that every part of the job is tied to computers and the information they help you access,manage, and share with students. After working at a preschool for almost a year I defiantly agree with this as I have witnessed it first hand. In the VPK program I work in we are required to do the teaching strategies GOLD assessments. After each assessment is completed we have to log everything into an online program to track students individual progress. This includes taking videos and pictures of the students to show the kinds of activities participated in. The way we document everything is buy using Tablets and Laptops in the classroom. Each VPK class is assigned a personal Tablet to take pi...