Question3

= How did the series last year affect the __Planning of my Environment__? = = =
 * Though most of us felt that we were already using Univeral Design in our classroom, we are now more aware of strengths and weaknesses within our classrooms and program regarding the use. In addition, we feel that our knowledge base on this subject was reinforced by what we learned.
 * We made sure we put the computer near the writing center.
 * We set up the webcam so medically fragile child can interact with classmates during circle time.
 * We are proposing to Skype with another class (building across town) to do show and tell.
 * We organized a "real" computer center (leapfrog headphones, everything has a spot).
 * Maintaining classroom website.
 * I began a classroom website lastyear and have been working on opening one for my classroom this year after changing districts. This site allows the students' parents to access all of the classroom schedules and most of the activities online, without having﻿ to email or call or send notes home
 * I have set up a technology corner for use by the children
 * Adaptive computer center with large keyboard, colored letters, mouse disabled right click with a popsicle stick, touch screens (kind of touch and difficult to work with), touch screen monitor GREAT (ELO touch screen)
 * Have digital cameras available for the students to use to take pictures in the classroom.