Blog Journal 6

     My time at the Sandbox last week was absolutely amazing. For starters, I had no idea that such a place even existed in the first place. I knew about the other technology building, but it is always crowded, booked, and so forth, so I was never able to interact with the technology. However, the Sandbox was a different story. I was able to use VR for the first time in my life, I built a robotic Lego, and I even played the numbers game. I also enjoy the fact that they have older technology as well, something the other technology building does not have. If I were to implement such technology in my classroom, I would use things like the Lego set to help build students and their abilities to follow directions. I would use VR for scientific lessons. For example, we could explore the Amazon Rainforest from home, see what the dinosaurs saw when a meteor crashed into the planet, and so much more.

    I chose to explore the legal ramifications of technology. According to CPALMS, when it comes to technology, one must use it for lawful purposes. This reminds me of class when we were told that as instructors we must be mindful of what students may or may not post. Essentially, the meaning of this rule is that it instructs teachers and students on how to legally use technology within a classroom. That is pretty much it.

    Of the Toolkits, I really like the Original Student Tutorials. They are interactive, they work at the pace of the students, and they are aligned with Florida's standards. In my classroom, I could assign these videos to students as extra credit, homework, or simply as a tool for additional information. They could also be useful for students who are struggling. Perhaps another teacher can help them understand it better. Doing this could help me determine where my students are academically and support each of them accordingly.