Smart Technology

 

   This week we learned more about the use of "smart technology" such as iPads and Smart Boards and how they are of great use inside classrooms. As technology's popularity increases students' interest for learning begins to fade. The use of technology is becoming an essential need in classrooms because it prevents kids from falling asleep.

    Here are a couple of iPads apps that would be handy inside and outside the learning field, both apps are found in the mathematics section of your curriculum map. The best part is that both are free!

1."Rocket Math", this math game requires kids to solve math sentences and point out specific shapes, coins, or numbers. 

2."Pizza Fractions: Beginning With Simple Fractions", this math game introduces fractions to kids, your students are required to determine the fraction of pizza that the chef has.

   Now here is a Smart Board lesson that could be useful inside your second grade classroom. This lesson would be most useful in during your science hours. The name of the lesson is "Plants", it teaches your students the parts of a plant as well as their life cycle.
   I hope you begin to use more technology in your classroom. Remember you don't want your students falling asleep during your lessons!