In order to improve reading skills, many teachers are turning to technology that is already available. Many teachers are turning to technology they already have such as webcams, audio recorders, blogs and other Web 2.0 tools. The alternative to this is buying prepackaged software programs; however, with school being short on funds teachers can go with something that is cheap and easy to find. A tool that is cheap and easy to find is a webcam. Timothy Frey has been researching how to use webcams to improve reading fluency and comprehension in elementary school students. The results were very positive. Students using the webcams made fewer mistakes. The webcams allowed the readers to see themselves reading and then the instructor would identify their mistakes. The use of this tool has helped students overcome some of the challenges that have prevented people from keeping up with reading. The second tool that I found interesting was Teachers' Domain. This tool helps teachers in other content areas incorporate literacy lessons into their classrooms. The Teachers' Domain is an online repository of free media resources. This tool helps give teachers content to do not know literacy strategies. The lessons include a glossary, videos, flash activities, and text boxes. Teachers must however use the tools thoughtfully and intentionally.
Source: E-Learning Digital Directions Smart Strategies fo Ed-Tech Leaders
Source: E-Learning Digital Directions Smart Strategies fo Ed-Tech Leaders
IT is very true that many teachers are turning to technology because with new Web 2.0 tool such as blog, webcams, it is very easy for teacher to work with their students. According to Boosting Literacy: Tools That Can Help
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I really liked the use of the web cams to help the students reading. As someone who struggled with reading growing up I can see how it would be very helpful for a student to see themselves reading, and have a teacher there to tell them what their strengths are and what they need to work on.
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