Technology in the classroom

Yesterday I brought my laptop, web cam, video camera and digital camera to class. The class had agreed that we would put together a movie or presentation on the unit we are studying. Students who were not into the usual class style took charge and they were certainly in their element. They had fun and at the same time I could see how much they had recalled from their studies. I was amazed! I would like to explore using the technology more in my classes as so far it has been quite positive.

Today I learnt the basics on video conferencing. I can see this as an extremely useful tool in many ways. My only concern is when something goes wrong you must have a backup plan b.

WIKI

Today I also spoke with the TVET officer Michelle Moore and she asked me what do I teach and when I mentioned pharmacy she said did you know that it is now offered to the year 11 and 12's. I said yes my Head Teacher had told me. She asked me how could I explain to a student what this course is like and of course I explained it to her verbally and then I told her about my wiki and she went wow that would be great for future students to have a look at. This wiki site is certainly the best thing since sliced bread at the moment. I was talking to a pharmacy at Narabri on Monday and I uploaded a file for her I was showing her the wiki over the phone, she was at her Pharmacy computer and I was at home and we talked and explored together and she was also very pleased with this site and has added it to their favourites.