Blog 6 (Chapters 10 and 11)

One of the things that stuck out to me the most in these two chapters, is the idea of "clickers" or a student response system.  I think this idea is one that would really bring classrooms together as a community and give both teachers and students immediate feedback.  This technology for smartboard, I would imagine is very expensive, but my group and I came across an application called Kahoot that is almost identical in what it has to offer in terms of data collection as well as in the engagement factor.  It also allows teachers to add pictures and videos to make it even more interesting.  If there is a lack of technology, students are able to log in on any device available including their phone.

Another important thing the chapter touched on is presenting information to students in a variety of mediums (Universal Design for Learning), as well as allowing students to express their knowledge through different mediums.  I think this is so important in reaching all students and allowing all students to feel successful.  The other important factor that is mentioned is allowing students choice.  We all produce and learn better when we feel a sense of agency and ownership over what we are doing.