CO-PBST+7

Standard Seven: Knowledge of Technology: The teacher is skilled in technology and is knowledgeable about using technology to support instruction and enhance student learning.

 The teacher has demonstrated the ability to:

 - The WebQuest I designed and delivered was created through a Google Sites website which I created myself. The activity on this WebQuest was designed according to Colorado Social Studies standards for the ninth grade. As a result I met this standard, and have the knowledge to apply technology to the delivery of standards-based instruction.
 * 7.1 Apply technology to the delivery of standards-based instruction. **

 - I met this standard through the SMART Notebook presentation. This is a visual, and interactive tool that engages students through technology. This presentation is designed to meet the Colorado Standards for Social Studies in the seventh grade. Students will identify major Chinese Dynasties, be able to describe important facts, know dates each Dynasty was in power all from using this tool. Students will learn through matching, fill in the blank, games, quizzes and interaction with the SMART Board.
 * 7.2 Use technology to increase student achievement. **

- I met this standard through my Digital Storytelling assignment. To create my Digital Story I had to use photostory to communicate information about China. This presentation met the Colorado Standard for Social Studies in the seventh grade. I created a movie with pictures, music, and my voice that taught students about China. I provided a visual experience for the students while I was communicating the information to them.
 *  7.3 Utilize technology to manage and communicate information. **

- I met this standard through the WebQuest presentation. At the end of the assignment I created a rubric that explains to the students exactly what I am looking for in this assignment. This rubric showed students what it took to get a good grade and what it would take to fail. Which meant I did not leave any surprises for the students they knew their expectations from the beginning.
 * 7.4 Apply technology to data-driven assessments of learning. **

- I met this standard through the WebQuest activity. This activity guides seventh graders through the realm of technology. This assignment provided websites the students clicked on to find information. They learn how to search for websites and how to use these websites to help them through this WebQuest. This activity instructs students on basic technology information skills.
 *  7.5 Instruct students in basic technology skills. **