Group Manifesto

We believe that technology is an exceptional way for students to

engage in their learning. We believe that through the principles of
UDL, technology can be used to accommodate those students who need
extra support and have different learning styles. We believe it is important
to use relevant software to adhere to the students’ needs and
capabilities. We believe that we should use specific software and
applications that hold the students focus and gives them incentive to
learn. We believe learners are diverse in their learning needs and
therefore, the method of instruction and assessment must be done in such a
way that every student can benefit from it. We believe that all students have
the ability to succeed and technology can be an asset that can be used
to improve their knowledge and skills. We believe that integrating
today’s technology in our classrooms will help the learners of tomorrow
exceed. We believe that technology can break down the barriers for
Indigenous Student
Name of Student: Jacob

Grade Level: 6

Students Profile: Jacob is shy and timid but attentive in the classroom. From
his previous homework, we understand that he is really creative. In class, they
are currently discussing diversity and how they are able to respect others of
different cultures. We want him to develop his interpersonal skills by using
literacy to share more about his culture and his personal experiences.

Subject: Language Arts

Objectives:

● To write a personal narrative based on his culture and experiences

● Illustrate his own story using the application
● Able to write proficiently
BookCreator
About the Application

● BookCreator is a free application

available to use online from
app.bookcreator.com/books and also
free to download on the App store

● Creating a storybook is
straightforward

● There are a variety of book sizes to

choose from

● Able to easily add text, audio, video

and images

● Multiple ways to share you

Lesson Plan
Materials

● IPad or laptop with the application

● Hard-copy graphic organizer

Lesson Plan

● One-on-one with the student

● Introduce the app and show an
instructional video
● Give him a graphic organizer to help him
plan his book
● Provide a few ideas and examples of the
work of previous students
● Clarify any questions
● Encourage him to be creative
ELL Student
Name of Student: Koleene

Grade level: Six

Student profile: Koleene has Code 301 (funded), an ELL immigrant student who have
insufficient fluency in English to achieve grade-level outcomes in ELA. Koleene received
a feedback from her Teacher in LA class in their reflective statements that she needs to
work on synthesizing ideas to illustrate critical thinking and grammar (tenses) and she
missed some prepositions on her paragraph.

Subject: English Language Arts

Lesson: Clarity and Artistry of Communication

Learner outcome: Outcomes from the Program of Studies grade six ELA

Attend to grammar and usage

● use words and phrases to modify and clarify ideas in own writing
● use connecting words to link ideas in sentences and paragraphs
● identify irregular verbs, and use in own writing
● identify past, present and future verb tenses, and use in sentences

Differentiation of Instruction:
● Present ideas through visual and motivated means.
 IXL
About the Application

In the meantime, here are some ideas to get

you started:
● IXL offered free trial and for parent, they can
purchase this for about $12.95/month. For
classrooms, they can purchase a license and for
school, they can request a quote.
● IXL makes the world of words come alive with fun
visuals and interactive questions. Build great
writers through playful skills that drive students'
curiosity about language.
● Drive the lesson home
● Comprehensive curriculum
● Dynamic, adaptive learning
● Captivating content

● IXL Analytics:
● Immediate insights into student performance
● Valuable information at your fingertips
Lesson Plan
● Opportunities to work one on one with EA when possible.

● Orient the learner on why and how to use the application.

● Demonstrate her on how to use it.

● Practice with direction words like first, second, third. First/then directions.

● Test one concept or skill at a time.

Conclusion
● Using technology is woven integrally into the patterns of teaching;
software or applications are a natural extension of student tools.

● Technology when combined with the curriculum can be used to

enhance student performance.

● Applications like Prodigy, Bookcreator and IXL are great ways to

apply UDL.

● Using technology can be fun and interactive for the students

therefore, engaging and motivating them to learn.

● Technology occupies a position (in a simple or complex way) in the

teaching-learning process.
 References
Images

IXL A new era of Math and English language arts practice! [Photograph]. (2017). Retrieved from

https://ca.ixl.com/dv/M-LDMF_7l-nQJPxcWvBnFYJIGQQ/yui3/opengraph/assets/general_ca.png

Book Creator for iPad [Photograph]. (2017) Retrieved from https://bookcreator.com/ipad/

Bigsmall Gifts Pvt Ltd. (2017). Thinking Man Clock. Retrieved December 18, 2017, from

https://www.google.ca/search?q=gif+man+thinking&tbm=isch&tbs=rimg:

Videos (Youtube)

IXL. (2017, April 5). An overview. Using IXL to support literacy. Retrieved from
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pq_YXWmakXw

iOs Gaming World. (2016, May 6) Book Creator For iPad - iOS Trailer [Video File]. Retrieved from

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVvLxkomU6k
 References
Websites

Alberta Education. (2000). English Language Arts K - Grade 9. Retrieved from

http://www.learnalberta.ca/ProgramOfStudy.aspx?lang=en&ProgramId=404703#33834

IXL Learning. (2017). IXL. Practice that feels like play dynamic, adaptive learning. Retrieved
December 14, 2017
https://ca.ixl.com/

Prodigy Math-Game – Quick – Start Guide. (n.d.) Retrieved from

https://www.prodigygame.com/Resources/Prodigy-QuickStart-Ontario.pdf

Prodigy. Don’t panic. We’re here to help! Retrieved December 18, 2017, from
https://prodigygame.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/207947106-Bounty-Board

Using IXL in your classroom. ( 2012, September 18). Retrieved December 14, 2017, from
https://blog.ixl.com/2012/09/18/using-ixl-in-your-classroom/

Teachers Pay for Teachers. (n.d.) Free Writing Graphic Organizers Grades K-3. Retrieved from