Blog Post #10

Students using technology

First Graders in Ms. Cassidy's Class
Interview Part 1
Interview Part 2
Interview Part 3


Ms. Cassidy is a first grade teacher. She was given five computers that she wanted to make use of in the classroom. She used the computers to make webpages and blog posts. She started off small with her students then ventured off and expanded her student's use of technology. Ms. Cassidy uses the blog as an online portfolio so that parents can see what the students learn. Ms. Cassidy wants her students to learn form other professionals on the internet Using blogs improve students writing skills. This helps the student learn outside from their teacher. Ms. Cassidy's approach to the use of technology in the classroom is welcoming.  She started incorporating technology in the classroom ten years ago because she felt it was necessary to have access to technology. Technology is necessary in the classroom and used in the world everyday. Learning how to use technology at a young age helps the students with the basics so that when the student is older he or she will know how use more complicated technology. Ms. Cassidy is cautious of her student's safety while using the internet. She instructs her students no to use their last names and not to visit websites that don't pertain to their educational purposes. Students with impediments should be paid close attention to. The teacher must take the time to explain the information to students with impediments. Technology is the benefit of Ms. Cassidy's method. It is important for every student to know how to use technology.