CO-PBST+7

7.1 Apply technology to the delivery of standards-based instruction. I have met this standard by creating a Smart board presentation. The activity is designed to inform students, while interacting with technology, about China. This is in accordance with Colorado Social Studies Standards for the 7th grade. It was created using Smart Notebook, and can be changed if needed. I have demonstrated the ability to apply technology to the delivery of standards-based instruction. 7.2 Use technology to increase student achievement. I have met this standard by creating a web quest that allowed the students to grow and manage tomatoes. I have done this in accordance with the Colorado Science Standards for 8th grade and below. This taught them how to interact correctly in their own ecosystem. It was created on Google Sites and delivered to the students to use. Therefore, I have used technology to increase student achievement. 7.3 Utilize technology to manage and communicate information. I have met this standard by creating a podcast. The podcast was designed to be heard by prospective schools and parents. It allowed those people to listen to information without being present when the speech was originally given. This standard was met by being broadcast to those that wanted to hear it. Therefore I have utilized technology to manage and communicate information. 7.4 Apply technology to data-driven assessments of learning. I have met this standard by creating a rubric using Rubistar. The assessment was set according to my needs for the assignment. It gave information was data-driven and easily accessible. If the online rubric was followed it created a simple platform for the students to succeed. Therefore, I have applied technology to data-driven assessments of learning. 7.5 Instruct students in basic technology skills. I have read studies and written information on cyber bulling. I have met this standard by giving this information to others. Awareness of cyber bullying is one of the most basic skills needed to be able to communicate effectively with others through technology. Instructing students on cyber bullying and its consequences are how I have instructed students in basic technology skills.