Sean+Revell

email: sean_revell at yahoo.com

My favorite personal/professional use of technology
My favorite use of technology has to be the digital camera, I find myself using my camera with the kids on a daily basis. Not only as a photographer but as instructing my students of its uses.

The most frustrating aspect of using "technology"
I find myself frustrated with computer based programs which always seem to be too expensive and quick to be outdated. Which makes it hard to find free or cheap programs for the classroom.

Chapter 3

What were the big ideas presented in this chapter?
 * The use of photography to promote metacognition.
 * How photographs can be used to engage reflection.

What were two tips presented in this chapter?
 * Use failed attempts as a source of problem solving for students.
 * Use the photographs revisit and promote understanding of past lessons.

How did you use this in your classroom? I used photographs of my students digging up dinosaur fossils. We talked about the different ways we worked with the fossils. Such as brushing, weighing and drawing pictures of the fossils. It was a great way to motivate my students to extend their play with the fossils.