Names on Popsicle
Sticks
I chose this flip chart because it is an effective
management tool for all classrooms. This is a flip chart that a teacher could
run in the background of the Promethean Board. It would be easily accessible
when needed, and it is customizable for individual classrooms.
Hardware/Software
This particular flip chart is to be used
with a Promethean Board. Promethean
Boards are efficient pieces of hardware in the classroom. They are
interactive and engage student learning. Promethean Boards are synced to a
classroom computer, which adds even more versatility to the board. Promethean
Boards include the software, ActivInspire, which brings many amazing features to
life on the Promethean Board.
Technology Use Based
on Problem Solving
The Popsicle Stick flip chart is useful in every classroom.
It requires students to pay attention because they could be called on at any
moment, which keeps them engaged and on task during lessons and discussions.
The colors are bright, and the sticks are customizable to fit classroom needs.
The main goal of gaining and keeping student attention is met by keeping
students on their toes while awaiting their names to be pulled.
Essential Conditions
for Technology Integration
Some essential conditions for technology
integration with the Promethean Board are:
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Meaningful training on the hardware
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Meaningful training on the software
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Being knowledgeable of upgrades and their costs
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Keeping up with the resources that are available
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Modeling the correct usage of the hardware/software
Software Support
Tools
The Popsicle Stick flip chart is best described as a Planning
and Organizing Tool because it helps teachers direct student
involvement. Whether it be as simple as choosing someone to answer a question
or calling on someone to continue a discussion, pulling a popsicle stick gives
each student an equal opportunity to interact with the lessons and discussions
in the classroom. The Popsicle Stick flip chart is an effective management tool
that saves time and bias within the classroom.
