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Why does my child need to use technology in the classroom when the teacher should be providing information and resources to students?

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"Students need to see themselves as people in control of their own learning, and not just passive receivers of information." (The Infused Classroom Student)

With technology, Primary learners take ownership of their education.  They can  activate their curiosity by conducting their own research on a topic and generating their own questions.  This is a low stress and fun way to learn about a new topic.

In terms of resources, some items such as dice, playing cards, puppets, or clocks might not be available for classes to use and experiment with.  When we use websites such as Toy Theatre, we ensure that each student has access to a wide variety of manipulatives that will help them learn.

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Toy Theater is your source for free educational games specially designed for elementary-aged students. It's available on all desktop computers, tablets, and mobile devices, ensuring learning is never out of reach. If you are a fan of our site, we encourage you to share Toy Theater on your social media or website.

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Here's a sneak peek into what Toy Theater has in store:

Math Games: Ranging from counting and numeral recognition to division and telling time, there's a vast assortment of interactive math games.

Language Arts: Students can work on spelling, letter recognition, and even practice reading with online books.

Art and Music : From teaching students to play simple songs on a keyboard to exploring symmetry via art games, the platform fosters creativity alongside learning.

Puzzles and Games: Ideal for early finishers or indoor recess, their online educational puzzles and games promise fun-filled learning.

Teacher Tools: Need a fun timer or a spinner? Or perhaps a simple way to evaluate basic math skills? Their virtual teacher tools have got you covered.

Whether you project Toy Theater games and interactive tools on your smartboard for the whole class to see or use them during small group work, you're sure to love them!

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Toy Theater | Fun Online Educational Games for Kids

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Make learning a blast! Toy Theater is chock full of interactive online art, reading & math games for kids. Designed with the needs of kindergarten through third grade classrooms in mind, these free games are trusted by teachers around the world to provide real educational value.

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How can I ensure that teachers create infused classrooms where technology isn't simply utilized but exists to enhance a purposeful learning environment?

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In one of my previous schools, teachers would gather with their grade level partners on a weekly basis to work towards various goals.  One goal was to better incorporate technology into our classrooms.  When a teacher would find useful websites and applications, they were shared on a Google Doc for everyone to view.

Teachers could also directly reach out to the Technology Department Leads to suggest any apps that could be downloaded to student iPads.  This meant that access was provided in a efficient manner.

It would also be beneficial for students to have an opportunity to share websites and applications that they found interesting or useful.

Professional develop could also focus on the using technology so each teacher is comfortable with implementing it in the classroom.

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How can I use technology to introduce children more directly to cultures and places outside their community?

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I don't know how to use a computer or tablet.  Why do I have to use technology for my assignment?

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Although a variety of print materials may exist in school and classroom libraries, these resources may be outdated or not culturally responsive.  With the use of technology in the Primary classroom, students can access music, stories, as well as virtual tours and artifacts from other places and cultures.

Students can even create this diverse content themselves by telling their stories and sharing their art work online.

In my previous school, my class shared letters detailing how we celebrated Christmas with students from another country.  We patiently waited for our responses in the mail.  With technology, we can connect with classes from different regions instantaneously  and interact in a more meaningful and engaging way.

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It can definitely be frustrating and time consuming to not only have to complete an assignment but also feel "forced" to use technology.

Technology can be introduced during centres where students can explore devices in a more stress free environment.  In utilizing smaller groups, the teacher can guide a student with a specific task.

Technology could also be used in engaging group tasks such as recording a skit or presentation.

The classroom teacher can also demonstrate a STEM activity on the board and ask for volunteers to come up and continue the experiment.

In order to not further ostracize students, the classroom teacher can perhaps provide students with options on how they can present their work.