June 29th, 2016

By Courtney Bengel

Teaching and Learning with Technology

Teaching with technology is very important in this day and age. It is definitely a
necessity in schools everywhere because the student has to be able to know how to use
it in this generation. Technology is increasing and improving every second and teachers
and students have to be prepared to use it. Stated from Secure Networks, If your
school is still debating using the latest technology, I hate to break it to you, but its
the inevitable future of education anyways and I definitely agree with this. Without
technology, the student will not know how to function in the real world. Learning with
technology can teach the student essential computer skills and how to work different
software programs. I started using Microsoft Word when I was in the fifth grade and I
still use it to this day. In the sixth grade, I took a computer class that taught me how to
type and I also use this skill everyday. If I did not know how to use technology, I would
not be able to pass any of my college classes. Therefore, I would not be able to get the
career I dream of.
Schools need technology in the classroom for countless reasons. According to
Capella University, Using technologies like virtual lesson plans and internet resources
can help free up time, both in developing and delivering curriculum. This allows teachers
to spend more time with the students who are struggling, ensuring the whole class is
better prepared for tests and advancement. Technology can help the student take the
curriculum more serious because they are hands-on involved. I remember when I was in
class and all the teacher did was speak the entire time, which was very hard to
concentrate. Students can get distracted and learning can become harder but using
different technologies can help this. Playing education games can help a student
remember vocabulary, math, science, and many other education subjects. There are
tons of educational websites that make learning fun and students will be happier
throughout the day.
Teaching and learning with technology can help students become more prepared
for their future careers. Many careers require the use of technology and being
experienced with different programs can help them get a job quicker and easier. When I
started working at sixteen, I was already experienced with technology that it helped a
lot when working with computers. I have been experienced with computers and
programs since elementary school. I am blessed that I went to a school where they
incorporated technology in the curriculum. I use my computer programs every time I
have an assignment this semester because my classes are all online. If one has a busy
schedule or cannot take in-person classes, technology is the most useful tool. Many
students have disabilities that enable them to perform the best they can but with
technology, it can make a different.
In conclusion, without technology taught in schools and students learning with it,
the education will be missing out on successful education. Students and teachers need
technology and it is so important to be able to use it in school. Technology helps with
ones future, preparedness, enjoyment, and success. Without having technology in
classrooms, many can eventually see the decline in education and teaching curriculum.
Clark County School District needs to make sure they keep technology in schools.

References

"10 Reasons Today's Students NEED Technology in the Classroom
10 Reasons Today's Students NEED Technology in the Classroom. N.p., n.d.
Web. 03 July 2016.

"5 Reasons to Incorporate Technology into Your Classroom."
Capella University Blog. N.p., n.d. Web. 03 July 2016.

Identification of Standards
Nevadas education standards for technology are basic standards that can be
integrated so that it can coincide with any subject. For each grade level, there are
four standards: exceeds, meets, approaches, and below that gives the educator an
insight on how to incorporate technology in the classroom. The ISTE standards for
students basically show the standards if how to student is advancing in education
with the use of technology. Stated by the ISTE standards, Todays students must be
prepared to thrive in a constantly evolving technological landscape. The ISTE
standards for teachers include designing, implementing, and accessing different
learning abilities to get the students involved with technology. All teachers in the
district, nation, and state should meet the ISTE standards to be the best educating
when teaching with technology.
For my lesson plan in the next section, I will be using the standards from my
local Nevada district, state, and national level to achieve the highest educational
standard lesson. I will be using the CCSD content standard for grade eight which
state, Students use appropriate productivity tools including but not limited to
word processing, spreadsheet, database, multimedia, and telecommunications. The
exceeded standards bullet points include: Demonstrates proficiency and accuracy
in keyboarding without visual reference; Independently composes, edits, and
formats a document using a word- processing program; Creates a unique database
that accurately interprets data; Create several different charts from a spreadsheet to
visually represent the same data; Present a multi-page, multimedia presentation
using text, graphics, sound and all of the following: animation, digital video and
linking; Move, copy, rename files on a computer disk, hard drive, server, or other
storage device; Explain knowledge of LAN connectivity through Ethernet, infrared,
etc.; Strategically selects and uses the appropriate electronic communication;
Independently demonstrates knowledge by incorporating information retrieved
from remote resources into different projects; Demonstrates connectivity to share
information and resources.
I will be using the standard one, Facilitate and inspire student learning and
creativity for teachers by the ISTE standards. This standard includes some of the
following that I will be incorporating into my lesson plan: promoting model
creativity, innovative thinking, and engaging students in exploring real-world issues.
I will have my students apply, Innovative designer: Students use a variety of
technologies within a design process to identify and solve problems by creating
new, useful or imaginative solutions. Students must be proficient in technology and
it is up to the teacher to apply these important standards. Creating original and
unique work for students will help students advance faster. I will definitely try my
best to incorporate all of these standards when I am a future educator. As stated
from Nevada Computer and Technology Standards, Rapid changes in our global
society and technological advancements warrant changes to the ways technologies
are integrated into the classroom instruction. Technology is so important in this
generation because it is everywhere and it is used everyday. I feel that following
Nevadas standards for technology will help teachers be more successful when
including technology into the students curriculum.

My Lesson Plan

Name of lesson: VOCABULARY GAME BOARD

Grade Level Appropriateness: 8th grade and up
Technology Content Standard Addressed: Students use appropriate

productivity tools including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheet,

database, multimedia, and telecommunications Standard for eight grade from CCSD
technology standards.
Other Content Standard Addressed: CCSD content standard for grade
eight which state, Students use appropriate productivity tools including but not
limited to word processing, spreadsheet, database, multimedia, and
telecommunications. The exceeded standards bullet points include: Demonstrates
proficiency and accuracy in keyboarding without visual reference; Independently
composes, edits, and formats a document using a word- processing program;
Creates a unique database that accurately interprets data; Create several different
charts from a spreadsheet to visually represent the same data; Present a multi-page,
multimedia presentation using text, graphics, sound and all of the following:
animation, digital video and linking; Move, copy, rename files on a computer disk,
hard drive, server, or other storage device; Explain knowledge of LAN connectivity
through Ethernet, infrared, etc.; Strategically selects and uses the appropriate
electronic communication; Independently demonstrates knowledge by
incorporating information retrieved from remote resources into different projects;
Demonstrates connectivity to share information and resources.
Objective: Standard one, Facilitate and inspire student learning and creativity
for teachers by the ISTE standards. This standard includes some of the following
that will be incorporated in this lesson plan: promoting model creativity, innovative
thinking, and engaging students in exploring real-world issues. I will have my
students apply, Innovative designer: Students use a variety of technologies within
a design process to identify and solve problems by creating new, useful or
imaginative solutions.

Materials needed to facilitate the lesson: Students, you will need

access to a computer that has the following:
Microsoft Word or PowerPoint
Internet access
Suggested group size: This will be an individual assignment.
Procedures:
STEP ONE:
For this project, you will be creating your own board game. Have you
ever played the board game Taboo?
Watch this YouTube video to get an idea of what you are going to

create: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eD8-0hmCGHA
STEP TWO:
Now that you have an idea of what you are going to do for this
assignment, you will start this project by opening up Microsoft Word or
PowerPoint because you will be creating your game online. Time to get
started on your own mystery board game.
First find the definitions for 10 vocabulary words of your choice from
any book we have read in class, any vocabulary assignments that we
have completed, or any eight-grade level and above words (Meaning I
want ten vocabulary words). (I WANT YOU TO FIND WORDS THAT
WILL MAKE THIS GAME A CHALLENGE FOR THE STUDENTS IN
YOUR CLASS).
STEP THREE:
Start creating your board game!
Now that you have twenty words and definitions, you are all set.
v Create game cards on Word or PowerPoint (you are going to
need a front and back so in total, you need to have 20 cards that
you will print out and staple or tape together
STEP FOUR:
You cannot have a game board without the board!!!!!
After you finish making your game cards, now its time to CREATE
YOUR OWN BOARD.
This will be a separate document (I would suggest Word Document for
this part)
Be creative! I want to see:
Clip art or pictures
Colors
Look up games like Monopoly, Sorry, Life, and etc. to get an idea of
what a game board looks like!
STEP FIVE:
Now that you finished with the game cards and game board, its time to
create your game pieces.
This part can be on the same document as your game board.
I want four game pieces
THESE PIECES WILL BE CUT OUT INDIVIDUALLY AND WE WILL

PLACE THEM ON CARDBOARD IN CLASS (DO NOT WORRY ABOUT

THIS PART UNTIL THE DAY WE WILL BE PLAYING THESE GAMES)
FINAL STEP:
Submit your projects in by the due date. Make sure your name, date,
and class period is on every page in the right side corner.

We will print, cut, and tape in class after

everyone has finished!
ONCE EVERYONE IS FINSIHED WE WILL
HAND WRITE THE DIRECTIONS FOR YOUR
GAME!
.
Assessment:
GRADING SCALE:
This project will be worth 50 points:



Students found 10 vocabulary words with
definitions of their choice that were either
in books we have read, vocabulary
assignments, or any words that they have
learned throughout the year *Must be
grade level words. Total of 20 cards made!

20 points

Students created a unique game board that 20 points

is colorful, includes clip art or images
found on the internet.
Created four game pieces

10 points



Student Sample

GAME CARDS:





Gnarled
Tangible

Courtney Bengel

07/03/16

Period 3

Ominous

Absurd

Impair

Twisted,

roughened
as

if from age or

work

Able to be
seen, touched,
or understood

Threatening

Ridiculously
unreasonable

To weaken or
damage

Genre

Beckon

Phobia

Ajar

Hypocritical

Partially open

To say one
thing but
mean another

A category
of

literature

To signal or to
come

Fear

GAME BOARD:

START

Courtney Bengel

07/03/16

Period 3

IF YOU LAND
HERE ADVANCE 2
SPACES

YOU
WIN

IF YOU LAND
HERE GO BACK 3
TIMES

Game Pieces: