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Re: Inspiration a graphic organizer application for writing
Posted by Neal (m) on 10/10/08
Would work well used like this in a classroom using
cooperative groups. The group using the computer station(s)
brainstorms or works on a writing assignment with one person
as "secretary" or "note taker".
N.
On 10/09/08, Madeline Crawford wrote:
> This year, for the first time, I have to “teach” computer
> and integrate it into the curriculum. I found this nifty
> keyboarding method online called Nail It Now that
> uses “quirky association words” to memorize the keys. My
> students loved it and have learned the letters on the
> keyboard and correct finger use
>
> Now, I am looking for ideas on how to integrate this new
> learning into the curriculum. The site suggests
> placing “glue dots” on the alpha keys of all computers in
> class and at home and using daily computer work to
> practice. This is working well with the older students who
> have regular access to computers
>
> However, the younger students have limited access to
> computers. Typing speed is not important at this stage, but
> I don’t want them to forget what they have learned and I
> particularly want to avoid them typing with two fingers
> when they do use computers
>
> The younger students learn the keyboard playing a game on a
> body-sized keyboard and I have used the game to spell their
> names and familiar things. I am now looking for other ideas
> like, perhaps, in a writing class where 1 or 2 computers
> are available, students could take it in turns to type the
> words the other students are writing. This may even enhance
> the writing process, eg, typing spaces would reinforce the
> need to leave a space between words
>
> Any ideas you may have would be much appreciated
>
> Thanks
Posts on this thread, including this one
- Would love some ideas, 10/09/08, by Madeline Crawford.
- Re: Inspiration a graphic organizer application for writing, 10/10/08, by Neal (m).
- Re: Would love some ideas, 10/15/08, by CTJS.
- Re: Inspiration a graphic organizer application for writing, 10/20/08, by Michelle.
- Re: Would love some ideas, 10/21/08, by Madeline Crawford.
- Re: Inspiration a graphic organizer application for writing, 10/21/08, by Madeline Crawford.
- Re: Would love some ideas, 11/12/08, by nik.
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