Introduction
Overview
Overview
In this module you will introduce yourself to your colleagues and share your motivation for taking this course. You will also be introduced to Google Sites as a tool for establishing a web presence, digital citizenship, and the SAMR model.
Objectives
Objectives
- Introduce yourself to your classmates
- Understand conceptually what Google Sites offers
- Reflect on Digital Citizenship
- Understand the concept of the SAMR Model to assess meaningful instructional technology integration into your lessons
Student Responsibilities
Student Responsibilities
Please review the linked resources below, complete the tasks, and share your thoughts on Google Classroom.
- Read: Ten Reasons Why Every Teacher Should Want a Website
- View: The New Google Sites
- Read: The Totally New Google Sites (from Eric Curts)
- Read: The Ultimate Guide to Google Sites for Schools (from Eric Curts)
- Read: Educator's Guide to Copyright and Fair Use
- Read: Copyright for Educators
- View: Creative Commons--Get Creative
- Read: Three Things to Look for in 21st Century Classrooms
- View: Introduction to the SAMR Model
- Read: Bloom's/SAMR Infographic
Discuss
Discuss
Complete the following in Google Classroom.
- What building/grade level/subject area do you teach?
- What are your goals for taking this course? How do you envision using Google Sites to communicate with students, families, and colleagues?
- What are some of your "take-aways" regarding the ethical use of digital materials?
- Share your thoughts on the SAMR Model and how you envision integrating technology into your professional practice.
- Feel free to reply to another student's post.