Using technology in the Classroom

"Technology  is not just a tool. It can give learners a voice that they may not have had before"George Couros

Technology , Learning and Entertainment

When we use technology in the classroom, it is important to take into account the 21st Century Competencies and the six dimensions of 21st Century Learning are:

Collaboration 

Knowledge Construction

Real-World Problem Solving and Innovation 

Use of Technology for Learning 

Self-Regulation

Skilled Communication

Technology tools that we can use to improve our classes...

Google Classroom   

Google Classroom is a way to interact with your students and parents if you want. 

There are other tools you can use  for students to work an be active in the class.

VOKI 

https://www.voki.com/
It is used to create your own Avatar and include your voice, another person's voice or a recording, it is very funny and students enjoy it.

Vyond Studio

https://www.vyond.com/ 

This is used to create videos with animated characters and you cn have a free trial if you want, also it is possible to add voice or music. This is a great tool.

Manga Avatar face maker 

https://www.faceyourmanga.com/editmangatar.php

This aap is used to create manga avatars as we know our students love manga characters and they can create their own avatar based on manga characters. Besides that, it is free and you can send it to your e-mail. It can be used just to have fun!

Make beliefs comix

https://www.makebeliefscomix.com/Comix/

This is a great app for students to practice vocabulary and conversation, they can choose characters and send the link by e-mail to the teacher to check it. There are many characters and different backgounds. You can try it! 

Garfield Comic Creator 

https://garfield.com/games/comic-creator

This app is really beautiful there you can create a comic with Garfield's characters and then you can print it when you finish. Good to practice vocabulary and conversation.