When examining technology use in the classroom, it is very important that we examine the methods in which we are using the technology. If students are working on the Chromebooks we are using the technology that has been afforded to us. Yet it is important that we examine how we are using the technology. When discussing technology implementation in the classroom, I want to set up some common vocabulary based on two leading integration plans. First, the SAMR model, which was popularized by Dr. Ruben Puentedura, which allows for teachers to develop meaningful stepping stones to a more meaningful use of technology in their classroom. SAMR stands for Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition. Substitution would be simply taking a technology tool and having it do the same thing that we would have done with a pencil and paper. While it is a start in the conversation, it is not always bringing the best to the field on what we can accomplish with our students. Some things ...
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Awesome news! Google Docs now supports columns of text! Seriously! Just this week, Google announced and updated Google Docs to include support for columns when working within Google Docs. To get there, it is incredibly easy! Step 1: Highlight the text that you wish to place into columns. Haven't started working yet? Skip the first step! Step 2: Click on the Insert option on the menu bar in Google Docs. Locate and select columns. Step 3: Select the columns that you wish to have. You have the option for a single column (as the Google Doc is likely already set up), two columns, three columns, or more options. Currently, the maximum number of columns supported is three. Step 4: Check out the new columns in your document! Questions? Please do not hesitate to ask!