Blogging Assignment Number 5

Introduction to Native Americans

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My favorite thing about this flip chart is the organization. The available information is laid out in an extremely easy to understand fashion. It is also filled with substantive information that is beneficial to students. The use of this flip chart is a prime example of the capabilities of technology integration in reference to the idea of “drill-and-practice programs can replace worksheets.” (Roblyer and Doering, 2013, 52). This flip chart would be beneficial in the class room due to the utilization of quality, easy to access information.

Hardware/Software

Naturally, a mixture of both hardware and software are needed for successful technology integration. (Roblyer and Doering, 2013, 11). This flip chart makes access to these components extremely easy. Since using this flip chart is even in discussion, a computer (hardware) is already available. The software for this flip chart is extremely easy to download and does not have any overly demanding requirements for running the program.  

Technology Use Based on Problem Solving

One aspect of using technology based on problem solving involves “providing support for working cooperatively.” (Roblyer and Doering, 2013, 25). This flip chart definitely takes advantage of this aspect. Throughout the flipchart, there are reviews of the information in the form of quiz questions. This allows students to interact as a unit in terms of the material. Relating to problem solving and technology, It is stated by Roblyer and Doering (2013) that “teachers report that students are often more motivated to work cooperatively on hypermedia, database, and website production projects.

Essential Conditions for Technology Integration

Though there are many positives to technological integration, there are many things that hinder success. One of the biggest conditions preventing integration of technology that I noticed is what Roblyer and Doering (2013) refer to as “a discrepancy in access to technology resources among socioeconomic groups.” (18). Possessing money is an essential condition for integrating technology. Considering the use of my discussed flip chart is pointless if a school district does not have enough money to provide computers in their class rooms.

Software Support Tools

The type of software support tools that relates the closest to my chosen flip chart is the use of images to create visualizations of documents. (Roblyer and Doering, 2013, 141). Many graphics tools are used to present Native American culture in this flip chart. The use of graphics tools makes it easier for students to grasp the material and get engaged.