Post on 28-Dec-2015
Brain Research and TechnologyFran Mauney
How do I design authentic learning experiences that promote student learning?
You will learn how to customize and personalize learning activities to address students’ diverse learning styles and abilities using digital tools and resources.
You will learn how technology combines with brain research to promote learning.
Agenda
Body Brain Components Emotions Choices Multiple Intelligences Projects Learning Centers Concept Maps Menus Wikis Delicious
First Things First
"Emotion drives attention which drives learning, memory, problem solving, and just about everything else." --Robert Sylwester
Emotions are the Gatekeepers of Learning
There is a learning partnership between the brain and body.
We should create a sense of community in the classroom, absence of threats.
Brain Compatible Components
Absence of threat Meaningful content Choices Enriched environment Movement to enhance learning Adequate time Immediate feedback Collaboration Mastery (application)
Elements That Attract Students to Technology
There is an absence of threat at some level-where peers or a teacher are not present.
Meaningful
They make content meaningful using a variety of tools in a combination of ways to suit individual needs and interests.
Choices
There are unlimited choices in the gathering and presenting of information and their learning becomes interactive and multifaceted
Enrich
They enrich their research with a variety of modes of presentation skills developing new forms of evaluation formats and critical thinking opportunities.
Movement
Movement-the impact of Wii is amazing, as they observe movement, their bodies mirror the action – their bodies are reacting even as they watch others on their screens move
Time
They are in charge of their own time and will work at their own pace as long as their curiosity and interest is sustained
Immediate Feedback
As they discover and uncover information there is immediate feedback which allows them to expand their thinking, check other sources, and engage experts where possible.
Collaborate and Socialize
They collaborate/socialize with those they have something in common with expanding their connection worldwide and paving the way for their future.
Mastery
They will stay with a ‘game’ or project until they have achieved mastery.
Choices Engage Students
It is possible for every subject to have new and dynamic connections making learning more meaningful and engaging.
When students choose their learning, they become engaged in learning.
Students learn by creating.
Students learn by being actively involved. Technology is a great tool that motivates
students and peaks their interests. It allows students creative ways to demonstrate their knowledge.
It’s FUN!
Articles and Delicous Account
10 Steps to a Better BrainKagan Simple StructuresThink Pair ShareWhy Gender MattersThe Laughing ClassroomCreating Moments of Calm in the Classroom
http://delicous.com/fmauney
Vote for your favorite song:
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How does music make you feel?
Multiple Intelligences
How do I design lessons to meet my students’ needs and build upon their strengths?
Use their multiple intelligences and plan menus that will build upon their strengths.
Research shows when you build your strongest intelligence you are also building the other 7 intelligences at the same time!
Multiple Intelligence and Technology Activities.doc
Engaging Students
Different students learn differently. Students are expected to learn in ways that
are inconsistent (and frequently opposite) to how learning happens.
Often they are expected to learn in ways that are convenient for the institution and teacher rather than ways that are brain-compatible, natural, and consistent with their “other” learning –
Brain research shows that students will remember what they read if the sentences are written in alternating colors.
Students will also remember what they read if a picture is attached to it.
Use this strategy for Procedures, it improves behavior: Guaranteed
Alternate Colors
Multiple Intelligences
How do I design lessons to meet my students’ needs and build upon their strengths?
Use their multiple intelligences and plan menus that will build upon their strengths.
Research shows when you build your strongest intelligence you are also building the other 7 intelligences at the same time!
Multiple Intelligence and Technology Activities.doc
Voice Thread
5th Grade Example at Tigerville Elementary.Greenville Zoo Voice ThreadPodcastsT-Search Projects
Learning Centers
Eight-station computer learning centersSoftware targeting each intelligencesFour-station learning centers for cooperative
learning teamsSet timer for 12-15 minutes, then rotateStudent reflection on what was easiest and
most enjoyable
Writing MenusFirst Steps
•Choose your subject area.
•Choose the standards that will be covered.
•Choose activities that will use the students’ multiple intelligences.
Concept Mapwww.mywebspiration.com
Science StandardEarth Materials
Math Measurement, sorting, patterns, graphing, counting Writing
Tables, Charts, Sentences, Paragraphs
TechnologyVisit Interactive Websites
Conduct research, use KidspirationWord, and Power Point to make a group
presentation, use document camerato show characteristics of rocks
DramaResearch “Rock” poems
and act them out.
ArtUse clay, sand, dirt to make pictures.
MusicUse rocks forInstruments
Have a Rock Band.
http://www.curriculummaps.org/index.html
Choose Social Studies or Science Integrate writing, math, art, reading, drama,
music, technology with your Social Studies or Science Concept.
Think of a web with the Science or Social Studies Concept in the middle and all the other subjects are connected to that Concept.
Use Multiple Intelligences
Plan activities that use the MI.Use Flip cameras to record videos and
narrate stories.Use webquests to gather data.Use software programs for making graphic
organizers and brainstorming.Use Powerpoint and MovieMaker for
recording information and presenting to class.
Creating Wikis
What can I do with a wiki?Work in collaborative groups to create
projects in language arts, social studies, science and math.
Share information with other teachers and with parents.
Use as part of a Menu.www.generalsbasketball.pbwiki.comwww.utc08.pbwiki.com
Evaluation
Fran’s Website:http://teachers.greenville.k12.sc.us/sites/fmauney
What made learning easy?
What made learning difficult?
What was most useful?
What are my next steps?
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Technology Toys
Promethean Board/Smartboard Activexpressions, Activotes, Senteos Intel Microscope Kidpix, Kidspiration,Photo Fantasy Interactive lessons www.internet4classrooms.com Laptops Karaoke Machine CD Player or iPod (Energizers) Digital cameras –record stories MovieMaker Document cameras
Publishing on the Computer
First, teach the steps using the Promethean Board or LCD Projector.
Use Word to insert photos and write stories. Working with partners is helpful. Use laptops to publish stories. Use Kidpix to publish stories. Use Power Point to present research. Show examples of Historical Project. Go the media center or computer lab to work on
writing.
Video Cameras
Use video cameras to record students working on projects in class.
Publish videos on your web-site.Record student performances: poems,
songs, dances, plays.Use Promethean Board to watch in class.Write stories about performances: Beginning,
middle, end or how was the problem solved.
Henny Penny Flip-Chart
Activating Strategy- Use a flip-chart. Rehearse Play Design program cover and type characters’ names Present the play to parents, Book Buddies, other
students. Video the performance. Watch in class the next day. Write about favorite part of the play or what it was
like to be in a play. Let students design their own books or give them a choice of covers.
Technology Products
Menus – Variety of products-Display boardResearch t-shirtsOnline photo albums- www.snapfish.com
Show Pirate Album!QuiltsFlat Stanley- scanners EpalsBook Buddies-photos, letters, website (middle
school with elementary school)
Middle School Book Buddies
Middle School Book Buddies
Research Projects
T Shirt Research (T Search)www.enchantedlearning.comAsk your PTA for a membership. $75 for
school.Make a graphic organizer. Use the Promethean
board or Kidspiration to make the web.Choose the information that you want included
in your research.Use 2 sources: Internet, library books,
magazines, encyclopedias
Linguistic Intelligence
Use storytelling to explain Conduct a debate on Write a poem, myth, legend, short play, or news article about Create a talk show radio program about Conduct an interview on
Mathematical Intelligence
Translate into a mathematical formula Design and conduct an experiment on Make up syllogisms to demonstrate Make up analogies to explain Describe the patterns or symmetry in Others of your choice
Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence
Create a movement or sequence of movements to explain Make task or puzzle cards for Build or construct a Plan and attend a field trip that will Bring hands-on materials to demonstrate
Visual Intelligence
Chart, map, cluster, or graph Create a slide show, videotape, or photo album of Create a piece of art that demonstrates Invent a board or card game to demonstrate Illustrate, draw, paint, sketch, or sculpt
Musical Intelligence
Give a presentation with appropriate musical accompaniment on Sing a rap or song that explains Indicate the rhythmical patterns in Explain how the music of a song is similar to Make an instrument and use it to demonstrate
Interpersonal Intelligence
Conduct a meeting to address Intentionally use social skills to learn about Participate in a service project to Teach someone about Practice giving and receiving feedback on Use technology to
Intrapersonal Intelligence
Describe qualities you possess that will help you successfully complete Set and pursue a goal to Describe one of your personal values about Write a journal entry on Assess your own work in
Naturalist Intelligence
Create observation notebooks of Describe changes in the local or global environment Care for pets, wildlife, gardens, or parks Use binoculars, telescopes, microscopes, or magnifiers to Draw or photograph natural objects