For the final project I will be using Edmodo.com. I teach second grade so the technology skills
of my students is somewhat limited.
Keeping that in mind, I will have to start with the basics of setting up
the students’ accounts and simply logging in.
From there, we would work toward exploring the site and becoming
familiar with the different tools Edmodo has to offer. Eventually, the students would be blogging
with each other, completing assignments, and taking quizzes-all of these linked
to units or themes we are studying in our classroom.
I notice that you'll be doing the same thing as Andy Fermoyle. Have you to connected at all? He might have some insights since he dabbled in Edmodo with his third graders last year and found a number of things to tweak.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to seeing what you each come up with. Thanks for sharing!
Yep, I saw that! After learning about Edmodo from Lacy's discussion, I was intrigued and thought this would be the perfect opportunity to learn all about it! I was also having trouble thinking of something that would be realistic for 2nd graders. :)
ReplyDeleteEmily,
ReplyDeleteDo you see Edmodo as being realistic for 2nd graders?
John
To be honest, I've never used Edmodo myself. I do know of other lower elementary teachers who have used it successfully. Especially after reading Lacy's post I am curious to learn more about it so I know whether or not I want to try it in real life~we shall see!
ReplyDeleteEmily,
ReplyDeleteI like that your thinking about possibly using Edmodo with your students. I think a fascinating thing about technology is the kids seem to be more tech savvy each year. I'm not sure how second-grade students would do using it. However, you may be surprised on how well they could adapt in using it. It might be too much for all your students, but I think Edmodo would be a great way to differentiate and push your high achieving students. I'm looking at trying the Daily 5 this year in my classroom, so I would like Edmodo to be a tool they could use during the writing segment.
Emily,
ReplyDeleteI just got done telling Andrew about using common passwords so the students can easily remember them (Like 56789). Also, putting it as a part of your daily routine will help with the skill of logging in and navigating the site. Check out to see if there is a community of 2nd grade teachers for ideas and potential connections for pen pals!
Thanks for the advice, guys! :)
ReplyDeleteAndy, I have heard of the Daily 5 and it sounds great. I like the idea of using Edmodo as a writing tool and what you said about dirrerentiation is spot on. Our administration is always askig us how we are differentiating, incorporating higher order thinking skills, and what we have done that was student-centered.
I think this sounds like a great idea, I wonder how well 2nd graders will be able to use computers. I work with 7th graders and they always amaze me how well they can use technology.
ReplyDeleteEmily,
ReplyDeleteI think that it is so important to begin teaching students early about the benefits of using web tools to engage and complete assignments.