Module 3

Collaboration Module 6 This module we discussed technology centered around cloud storage like Apple iCloud, Dropbox and so on. We also discussed technology on meetings using Skype,FaceTime and join me. This type of technology is very helpful in a fast pace society. Very convenient to have meetings when you’re unable to physically be there in person. I’ve seen more of my son’s teachers use google classroom and other apps to help students learn or guide them when they’re having a difficult time studying. I use similar technology when I’m putting out important info to my colleagues and this module open my eyes to recommend to my superior and using other options if current option fails. 

 The module was very interesting we discussed three technology tools. One that I was familiar with was,  Quizlet  is a mobile and web-based study application that allows students to study information via learning tools and games. It is currently used by 2-in-3 high school students and 1-in-3 college students. The second tool was   Actively Learn is an online literacy platform designed to help students read for depth, by letting teachers activate,  support, and reveal student thinking while reading. Finally the we discussed    Quia   (short for the Quintessential Instructional Archive). Hundreds of thousands of teachers and students have used this valuable on-line tool to create interactive quizzes and games using their own content.  I think I would still use quizlet in my career field since I feel it’s the most common and to me.  I feel Quia would be a challenge to use because it’s fairly new to me. But I think I could eventually ...