https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio How Technology Can Be Used to Create a UDL Environment for Students en-us 2019-04-30 19:39:58 UTC 2025-03-01 03:00:29 UTC hello@padlet.com https://imgglb.padletcdn.com/v13/image?t=g_auto&url=https%3A%2F%2Fpadlet.net%2Ficons%2Fpng%2F1f34e.png alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355608103 Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a way of thinking about teaching and learning that gives all students equal opportunity to learn. UDL allows teachers to design learning experiences in flexible ways to meet the needs of individual learners. UDL offers supports to families and students. This artifact is a website that contains important information on UDL as well as UDL guidelines.]]> 2019-04-30 19:46:13 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355608103 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355608166 1. Nearpod
2. Kahoot!
3. Seesaw
4. Class Dojo
5. ViewPure
6. Goose Chase
7. Google Classroom
8. Storia
9. Learn the World
10. iMovie]]> 2019-04-30 19:46:24 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355608166 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355608869 Google Slides is one of many features to Google and Google Drive. Google Slides is similar to a PowerPoint presentation. Information can be added to each slide. Teachers can share these slides with parents and students. This artifact is a Google Slides presentation on why I want to be a teacher.]]> 2019-04-30 19:48:32 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355608869 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355608908 Powtoon is an animated presentation in video form. Powtoon can be used as a welcome to parents at the beginning of the school year. Powtoon can also be used by students to create projects. This artifact is a Powtoon I created as a Teacher Introduction to parents. ]]> 2019-04-30 19:48:41 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355608908 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609142 The 5 E's is an instructional model based on the constructivist approach to learning, which says that learners build or construct new ideas on top of their old ideas. The 5 E's are: Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate. The 5E design process can be used by students of all ages to complete projects. This artifact is a Unit Plan I created using the 5E design process.]]> 2019-04-30 19:49:25 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609142 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609237 Edublog is an online blog for teachers. Edublog can be shared by the teacher for families and students to view. Here, teachers can post educational articles, videos, photos from the classroom, important announcements and daily activities happening in the classroom that parents and students to see. This artifact is a blog I created using Edublog for my classroom. ]]> 2019-04-30 19:49:40 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609237 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609397 iMovie is an application on all Apple products (iPad, iPhone, MAC). iMovie can be used to make trailers or movies. These products can be used by students to create a project, or can be used by the teacher to send to parents and families. This artifact is an iMovie I created with a partner as an introduction to an animal unit lesson plan in my classroom.]]> 2019-04-30 19:50:03 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609397 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609513 Thinglink is a website that allows for the creation of an interactive poster. Initially, a picture is selected as the background for the poster. Then, icons can be added that contain information, pictures, and videos about the topic for parents, students, and teachers to view. This artifact is an interactive poster made with Thinglink about cyberbullying. There are several statistics, videos, images, and other information regarding cyberbullying. ]]> 2019-04-30 19:50:20 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609513 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609649 To go along with UDL Guidelines, this artifact is a reflection I wrote about the importance of UDL in classrooms. ]]> 2019-04-30 19:50:43 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609649 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609987 Canva is a website that allows for the creation of newsletters, slide presentations, resumes, cards, and much more. This is a great way for families to get up-to-date information about the school and classroom. This artifact is a newsletter I created for families using Canva.]]> 2019-04-30 19:51:42 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355609987 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355610058 A learning management system (LMS) is a software application for the administration, documentation, tracking, reporting, and delivery of educational courses, training programs, or learning and development programs. Teachers can use LMS applications to communicate with students and families and keep track of grades. This artifact is Class Dojo. There is a demo class and a class titled "Ms. Estes' Class" for examples. ]]> 2019-04-30 19:51:54 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355610058 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355610227 The Apple Teacher Program was created to support and celebrate educators. The program helps teachers unlock the magic of iPad, Mac and built-in apps in the classroom. This certification ensures families and students that I am comfortable using technology in the classroom. This artifact is a copy of my Apple Teacher Certification. ]]> 2019-04-30 19:52:20 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355610227 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355610559 Accessibility features are great to know so that iPad and iPhone use can be accessible to all people. Teachers can use different features in the classroom to differentiate for students. Parents can use these accessibility features at home, too! This artifact is a list of 16 Accessibility Features found on the iPad and iPhone with descriptions and uses of each. ]]> 2019-04-30 19:53:08 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/355610559 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/356376483 This is an introduction using an avatar and automated voice system. Voki is the website/app used. Voki allows you to customize your avatar and choose a voice to read a prompt created by you! Teachers can use Voki to interact with students and parents. Voki can also be used by students for projects. This artifact is a Voki I created to introduce you to my portfolio. ]]> 2019-05-02 19:31:37 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/356376483 alexisestes98 https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/356432994 Coding is a technological language that tells a computer what to do. Coding can beneficial for students because it can spark in interest that leads to interest in computer coding as a career. This artifact is all about coding! The document shows my completion of Ozobot Block Coding. Ozobots are small robots that follow a codes made by the users. The document also gives my suggestions on activities to incorporate Ozobots and coding in the classroom. ]]> 2019-05-02 23:56:52 UTC https://padlet.com/alexisestes98/alexisestesportfolio/wish/356432994