Technology should be an “agent of change in our teaching.” (N. Chatzopoulos). Each time I choose a tech tool (what?) , I question my rationale (how? and why)? I even keep a notebook with ideas on how to incorporate technology into my lessons, so that my ELLs are creating and producing rather than simply consuming.
With this in mind, I purchased The Teacher’s Guide to Tech by Jennifer Gonzalez. I needed a reminder of the great tools that are out there, as well as to learn about some new, intriguing tech possibilities for teaching and learning. I am familiar with Jennifer’s engaging blog so I was not disappointed with the guide. It is clearly designed and Gonzalez gives you a comprehensive list of tools divided into categories with easy explanations and links on how to use them.
I often use TodaysMeet and Quizlet, and will continue to do so. However, while scrolling through the guide, I learnt about so many other great tools students can use such as:
collaborating on the big ideas of an article with Padlet,
engaging in literary discussions on Skype,
and creating multimedia PSA posters with Glogster.
I bought The Teacher’s Guide to Tech by Jennifer Gonzalez.
English for success. 