Tools Not Toys: Beginning Technology in the Early Years

This post was contributed by Ryan Lombardozzi, NCEA Social Media Coordinator.

Tools not Toys

Demonstrate student learning for assessment or sharing using simple projects on mobile devices; create hands-on technology integrated lessons that immerse students in higher order thinking skills.

Why Blog?

  1. Connects students to family while at school
  2. Increases engagement
  3. Increases metacognition
  4. Makes learning visible and usable
  5. Formative or Summative assessment
  6. Creates a lasting memory of learning
  7. Honors each child where they are
  8. Honors child’s voice and choice
  9. Commenting grows community

Blogging is a very powerful tool and should be used as early as possible.