Three+Points


 * [[image:positive.jpg]] || 1. I think everyone has done a good job of trying to use the laptops in the first semester. I recognize how challenging a task your were given and the efforts you have made. We should be proud of where we are and what we have learned (good and bad). ||
 * [[image:problem.jpg]] || 2. I fear that the laptops are open at times when the lesson doesn’t put them to good meaningful use.


 * A**. the laptops do not need to be used every day with every lesson
 * 1) not every lesson calls for technology
 * 2) the laptops are best used in lessons that are **student centered / directed**
 * 3) the laptop can powerfully engage students in **collaborative / communicative lessons**
 * 4) using it meaningfully in class once a week is better than having them open every day
 * 5) unplanned use will lead to student distraction and classroom management issues


 * B**. often times, the best use occurs outside of class (student preparation and assessment)

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 * C.** you know **__when__** and **__where__** in your lesson you can put technology to use in meaningful


 * D**. let Christian and I help you with the **__how__** ||
 * [[image:solution.jpg]] || 3. I think it is important to pace our use. Look for opportunities to use it. Give yourself time to develop a plan. Talk to Christian or me about what you are thinking. We are here for you. ||