EDF 204: Crystal McIntosh by

Nearpod

mcintoshcrystal84 — 2025-04-17 06:42:13 UTC

I learned that Nearpod is a great interactive tool that allows teachers to create interactive activites that students can engage in own an array of multiple different devices. I can incorporate this technology into my future classroom using it to add interactive activites into my lesson such as quizzes, polls, and simulations to make learning fun and more engaging for my students.

Google Slides

mcintoshcrystal84 — 2025-04-17 15:50:17 UTC

Google Slides is a web-based application that allows users to create, edit, and share presentations. I learned that using Google Slides allows for lessons and information to be easily shared with others and that it allows for people to collaborate in real-time. I can incorporate the use of Google Slides into my future classroom by creating slide presentations and sharing them with my students. I can use visuals, such as charts, videos to enhance their learning and include hyperlinks for students to engage in the presentation.

Diffit

mcintoshcrystal84 — 2025-04-17 15:57:18 UTC

Diffit is an AI-based platform designed to facilitate differentiated instruction. I learned that Diffit can allow for teachers to cater to diverse learning needs, foster critical thinking, and streamline comprehension checks. I could use this technology in my future classroom by using a visually led PDF output to introduce a new topic and use the quiz outputs to see where students are at in their knowledge levels. I also could create outputs at varying ability levels and distribute appropriately so every student is challenged but not put off by the difficulty levels.

Magic School

mcintoshcrystal84 — 2025-04-17 15:58:06 UTC

MagicSchool is an AI platform and Chrome extension designed to assist educators by offering AI-powered tools and resources. I learned that MagicSchool helps teachers save time and helps them improve classroom outcomes by automating tasks like lesson planning, assessment creation, and content generation. I could use the technology MagicSchool in my future classroom by generating lesson plans and create assessments to include quizzes and rubrics for my students. I could also use the IEP generator feature to create IEPs for students and use the Text Leveler feature to adapt texts to different reading levels for the students to help them.

Human Anatomy Atlas

mcintoshcrystal84 — 2025-04-17 16:18:36 UTC

Human Anatomy Atlas is a website that uses augmented reality. It is a digital tool that allows users to explore the human body in a 3D, interactive, and immersive way. I learned that this website allows users to interact with detailed 3D models of organs,systems, and structures of the human body. I could use this in my future classroom by incorporating this into a lesson and it would provide students with a better of understanding the material by making the learning process more engaging.

Clever Books

mcintoshcrystal84 — 2025-04-17 16:27:29 UTC

CleverBooks Augmented Reality refers to educational tools that use AR technology to enhance learning experiences, often by overlaying digital information and 3D models onto real-world objects or environments. I learned that CleverBooks offers AR books that enhance traditional print content with interactive and immersive experiences. I can use this feature in my future classroom make learning more engaging and interactive by providing a multi-sensory approach. Students can use this technology to explore 3D models of continents, animals, or historical landmarks.

Wordle

mcintoshcrystal84 — 2025-04-17 16:35:28 UTC

Wordle is a word game in which players are given six chances to guess a five letter words. I learned that this is a great way for students to practice vocabulary words. I can use it in my future classroom as a bellringer at the beginning of class. This could be used to get a headstart on vocabulary words for the lesson being taught.

ATutor

mcintoshcrystal84 — 2025-04-17 16:39:52 UTC

Classroom Wordle Game is similar to the original wordle game but is a fun adaption of Wordle for students. This game only uses words related to the assignment or school. This game can be used to help prepare for vocabulary test and gives the students a break from traditional learning styles to keep them more engaged.

mcintoshcrystal84 — 2025-04-17 16:45:38 UTC

QR codes offer a quick and engaging way to incorporate technology into the classroom, providing easy access to resources, interactive learning activities, and attendance tracking. I learned that QR codes can streamline process, enhance engagment, and personalize learining experiences for students. I can incorporate QR codes in my classroom by using them to launce online polls, quizzes, and interactive lessons, and even classroom voting. I can also use them to allow my students to scan them to check their answers for a particular assignement and receive feedback.