Relative Advantage Chart

In this week's class, we were asked to create a spreadsheet that identifies several technology options associated with our themed learning project in regards to relative advantage. My theme will be 2nd grade math class. Looking at the common core state standards for math in second grade, I identified several areas where I believe the use of technology would aid the instruction. I researched several websites for more information on programs recommended for teachers and students. One website which I found to be very helpful was Commonsense.org. Searching each program, I was able to retrieve information which was very beneficial in identifying the pros and cons of many tech programs, how they can be integrated into lessons, feedback from several parents and teachers, and privacy ratings. As expected, one is able to find a multitude of programs that do very similar things. Relying on the recommendations from several websites, I have chosen 10 programs that I believe would be beneficial in a second grade classroom. To complete the template, I have added the learning problem, the relative advantage to using the program, and the outcomes.

Assignment Instructions: Technology-based strategies offer many unique benefits to educators as they look for instructional solutions to problems that students may face with abstract concepts, motivation, and time consuming tasks. Teachers have to consider the benefits of using such methods compared to their current ones and decide if the benefits are worth the additional effort and cost. The first step in the TIP (Technology Integration Planning) model refers to this decision as "relative advantage".