Blog #3 Search and Curation (ISCI 761: Module 6)

    In our district, our students currently use Chromebooks daily in the classroom. During COVID-19, students depended solely on Chromebooks to learn virtually; therefore, students probably prefer having them due to their potential pedagogical functions. Chromebooks are inexpensive and allow the internet to be easily accessible. To use a Chromebook, a Gmail account is required. Students can utilize numerous Web 2.0 tools and essential word-processing functions. Teachers have access to a variety of resources and are able to test the boundaries of eLearning. If students are homebound or out for medical reasons, teachers can post assignments easily and contact students for what needs to be reviewed or completed for class.

    Teachers can help provide students with opportunities that may seem impossible. As a media assistant, working in a middle school where students use Chromebook daily, I have learned a great deal about how to help students with Chromebook issues. For example, I can reset Chromebooks if there are difficulties or issues which arise that could prevent students from completing their work. Those issues may include minor problems such as a frozen screen, inability to connect to the internet, or students who simply do not know how to complete specific tasks on the device itself. I will say that educating teachers on how to use Chromebooks is a must because occasionally their lack of experience tends to frustrate them when issues arise. My job as a librarian would be to provide help and resources on how to utilize Chromebooks. 

This video shares information on Chromebook education.


    I enjoy using Google and Chromebooks as a direct link to Google apps, an email account, and much more. After reading more about the R.A.T Model, I feel that it is a great resource for teachers. This can help with implementing technology, such as Chromebooks in the classroom. All users will learn how to use Chromebooks at their own pace, so the R.A.T Model “leads you to understand if digital technology is functioning as replacement, amplification, or transformation in educational practice” (Wayback Machine, 2019). Technology is a growing tool in our schools and students will be expected to do everything electronically. I feel that a lot of hands-on practice with the help of the school librarian is important throughout the school year. This is the best tool for learning in a K-12 environment and for teachers to implement.  I have found some resources that would be incredibly helpful to teachers when learning about Chromebooks and how to teach students in the classroom with Chromebooks. From experience, it can be an adjustment with all students having a Chromebook in front of them. My advice to teachers is to include trying to use Chromebooks as a learning tool so that students can benefit and learn rather than using them for leisure. 

Helpful resources for teachers on Chromebooks:


https://www.mobileguardian.com/online-resources-for-teachers-with-chromebooks/?cn-reloaded=1


https://edu.google.com/intl/ALL_us/for-educators/product-guides/chromebooks/?modal_active=none



R.A.T Model:

https://web.archive.org/web/20190901081702/https://techedges.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/RATGraphic.jpg



References

Google for Education. (2012, May 16). Chromebooks for Education Overview [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSbZQNJwPuI

Google for Education. (n.d.). Teacher Center | Chromebook Training. https://edu.google.com/intl/ALL_us/for-educators/product-guides/chromebooks/?modal_active=none

Hobson, R. (2019, March 7). Online Resources for Teachers with Chromebooks. Mobile Guardian. https://www.mobileguardian.com/online-resources-for-teachers-with-chromebooks/?cn-reloaded=1

R.A.T. Model | Dr. Joan E. Hughes | TechEdges | Technology Integration Research. (2019, June 12). https://web.archive.org/web/20190612101737/https://techedges.org/r-a-t-model/

Wayback Machine. (2019, June 12). R.A.T. Model | Dr. Joan E. Hughes | TechEdges | Technology Integration Research. https://web.archive.org/web/20190612101737/https://techedges.org/r-a-t-model/

Comments

  1. Margaret CookJuly 5, 2023 at 5:15 PM

    Hi Daley!

    I think you make a great point about the importance of educating teachers in Chromebook usage. If a teacher becomes frustrated with a piece of technology, then that could halt its potential, and the classroom will never be able to advance through the R.A.T model. I agree that this is an excellent opportunity for collaboration between classroom teachers and school librarians, and also a great chance to strengthen bonds between teachers and librarians -- a librarian can be a helpful resource that makes the classroom run more smoothly! These types of relationships can allow for the transformative classroom practice that technology like chromebooks can offer.

    Thanks for all of your thoughts! Have a great rest of your week!
    Margaret

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