Perhaps these students would benefit from being able to dictate their story to a program such as Audacity. This program will record their voice and students can go back and listen to what they have created and do some self-editing. When the right software is being utilized for individual students and they are able to use it consistently, then these students who previously were unable to do anything on their own, become independent workers and your class becomes easier to manage. Evaluating the right software is critical to being effective software to enhance learning and teaching. Know your students' needs and what's available to you as technological resources. That's the first step in fitting your students with the most beneficial software or hardware.
Cindy
Cindy - I completely agree with getting to know your students. Not all software is beneficial for all students and it is pointless to use software that is meeting the student's particular need. I think it is important for teachers to have access to all these different types of software so that they can have students use the software that is helpful to them.
ReplyDeleteSarah,
ReplyDeleteThanks, you provide such great suggestions for up and coming teachers like myself. Being aware of what kind of learners you have in your class is essential for their success. I had the opportunity to check out some of software's you suggested, they seem very beneficial to young students.