Instructional Software
1) Drill and Practice: Software that allows students to work through example problems one at a time and receive immediate feedback (Roblyer & Doering, 2013, p. 106).
Language Arts Games - an online resource that provides drills in the subject of Language Art.
2) Tutorial: Software that mimics classroom instruction by providing a sequence of computer based instructional material on a given topic (Roblyer & Doering, 2013, p. 106).
Math Lessons- an online resource that provides tutorials on elementary arithmetic operations.
Math Lessons- an online resource that provides tutorials on elementary arithmetic operations.
3) Simulation: Software that teaches systematic functions and compositions by providing computer based simulations representing the real structure (Roblyer & Doering, 2013, p. 106).
Virtual Lab Simulation- an online resource that provides virtual simulations for students to partake in chemistry experiments.
Virtual Lab Simulation- an online resource that provides virtual simulations for students to partake in chemistry experiments.
4) Instructional Games: Software that allows students to partake in game-like activities that reinforce instructional material (Roblyer & Doering, 2013, p. 106).
iCivics- an online resource that provides instructional games on diverse topics of Civics.
5) Problem Solving: Software that emphasizes and strengthens problem solving skills by engaging students with teaching components (Roblyer & Doering, 2013, p. 106).
Open-Source- an online resource that provides downloadable and customizable analysis tools that promote a problem solving environment.
Compass Learning- A networked software that promotes personalized learning for primary and secondary students by offering web-based curriculum, activities, and assessments.
Software Support Tools
1) Word Processing: Software that allows teachers and students to generate typed documents of texts and graphics such as compositions, poetry, reports, and flyers (Roblyer & Doering, 2013, p. 114).
Google Docs WP - an online resource that allows users to create, edit, and store typed documents.
2) Materials Generators: Software that allows teachers and students to create paper and online documents, web pages, tests, lessons, and exercises for instructional purposes and skill practice (Roblyer & Doering, 2013, pp. 141-142).
Puzzle Maker- an online resource that allows users to input review materials in order to generate words puzzles, math puzzles, mazes and more.
Roblyer, M. D., & Doering, A. H. (2013). Integrating educational technology into teaching. (6th ed.). Boston: Pearson Education.
Great simulation software example Jamie! Virtual labs are a great resource for science teachers. It can reduce costs for lab supplies and makes it easier to do lab activities. Many schools have few labs and it can be difficult to schedule lab time among multiple science teachers. Virtual labs can solve this issue and really enhance a science course.
ReplyDeleteYou are the second person that has put Compass learning as one of there resources. I am going to have the take a closer look and it and see if I can integrate it into my teacher. I am always looking to reach each individual student where they are at and it seems that the personilized instruction that this resource does could help me do that.
ReplyDeleteI am in love with iCivics. Thanks so much for putting it on here. I think it is going to be a great resource for me in the future when I finally get to teach. You took great care in researching your examples, and that is evident by your concise descriptions as well as how appropriate they are for each topic. Nice!
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