Technology in Class
Technology in Class
Technology is very present in today's time. In the classroom we have the ability to practice needed skills to use technology in a wise way. Starting next week, students will be using their assigned Chromebooks in class at least 4 times a week to increase their learning in Math and ELA. With that being said, some portions of Study Island, the school provided program, there is an option to be read to.
If you could please provide your child with earbuds or headphones so that they can access this function. This is optional if you do not wish you child to use them. They would be left in the classroom for your child to use only. If you could send them in a labeled bag with their name and class on it that would be greatly appreciated.
Students will not be allowed to use them at a high volume and they will not be able to view the screen longer than 50 minutes at a time with breaks in-between to rest their eyes. This is a mandatory program for your child and will count toward a grade. Administration also wants teachers to assign homework through Study Island which would require you allowing your child access to a computer or mobile device either at home or a public library. If either options are not reasonable, student will be granted the chance to complete assignments at school but DURING their RECESS time or AFTER SCHOOL in my classroom.
Please let me know if you have any questions, comments or concerns in regards to this.
Cheers,
Ms. Williams