Digital MakerSpace Reflection

 Digital MakerSpace Reflection

Engagement of Students

Different students took more interest than others with the activities. For example, our first group of students were extremely excited and even competitive with one another when it came to completing the different tasks. However, our second group included a few more shy students. They were a bit nervous to answer any questions asked or to work with each other. A couple times they needed support to help them make their next move.   





Differentiated Instruction

It wasn't until the second group of student we realized that they'd benefit more by being split up among our stations. While we had all the students work together to problem-solve our acrylic turtle puzzle, we realized having them all watch the matching game allowed for students to recognize the matches once it was their turn. We decided to have students working on coloring animal patterns as one played the matching game individually. Once they were completed, they began a coloring worksheet while we alternated a new student to the matching game. 




Time Management

Not only did we have to adjust to each student's personality, but they each had unique amount of dedication. Again with our first group, they finished our planned activities way ahead of time and we had to think on our feet to continue engaging the students. After they had completed the puzzle and matching game, we quickly decided to introduce students to drawing samples of animal patterns. This prepared us for what to expect with our next groups, however the next groups didn't end up working through the stations as fast as our first group. 

Makerspace Blog: https://idet4300.blogspot.com/2021/09/digital-makerspace.html 

Comments

  1. IDET 4300 Caitlyn’s BlogNovember 8, 2021 at 12:42 PM

    Hello,

    The reflection is very neat and works well separately from the other blog. I would recommend linking the other blog about the Digital MakerSpace here though.

    ReplyDelete
  2. Aleksandra JohnsonNovember 8, 2021 at 12:51 PM

    I love the design concept of this post! Some ISTE CT standards that could be added to this are 2d, 3b, 4a, and 4d. Unfortunately, none of our groups finished the activity, so it was nice to see that you had one group finish ahead of time. Although each group varied, I would like to know what is one thing you would change to make this activity better in your eyes?

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

DroneBlocks Simulator

Image
  Introduction to Tello EDU with DroneBlocks Safety: Pre-Check    Before programming inspect for damage and ensure all propellers are secured in the correct motor. Before flight, place propeller guards and check for any broken parts. Collisions   Avoid collisions by flying in a large, open room. In case of collision, beware of any deflecting propellers. It's helpful to have a "safety officer" in space to watch the flight path.  Awareness   Never allow unused drones to be left on the group, you'll want to establish a clear boundary for students to stand and where they should fly. With multiple students, you must remind them to stay aware of surroundings, painters tape could even work to divide the room. Environment   The Tello is very light and easily affected by air conditioning or fans. Do not attach anything to the Tello and stay clear of large metal fixtures due to interference.  Batteries   Tello app monitors battery percentage as when lo...
Read more

WeDo 2.0 Core Lego Sets

Image
  Glowing Snail Today , I discovered the WeDo 2.0 Lego kits. I used one of these kits to create a bot named the " Glowing Snail !" Before building anything, I took out the instruction manual to make sure that I have all the pieces and information that I need to continue.  Now ,  you're ready to pick a design that you want to create! For an option of different bot designs visit, here to find the link to your instructions. These slides will take you step by step, showing which Lego shape and quantity to add to your bot.  Once you're done building your bot, you'll want to download the WeDo 2.0 software in order to connect to your creation. The app will bring you to the home screen, where you'll want to hit create "Your first project."   This will take you through the instructions of building your bot again and then to a connection page. For your bot to connect to the app, you'll want to hold down the small clear button on your bot which will ...
Read more

I Create Lab- Day One!

Image
 I-Create Lab-  Introduction The I-Create Lab tour opened my eyes to the many different technologies available to us. Inside of the library, the I-Create Lab allows for checking out items for hours at a time, even to renting a unit for days. They offer different recorders/ cameras, projectors and tripod systems.  TEKS Standard- Innovative Designer Students are able  to experience a wide variety of technologies available in the lab, which allow for multiple designs to save as reference. Becoming familiar with the different stations in the lab does include some trialing and troubleshooting, but it's a learning process to be able to create something yourself.  Some of these machines provide great opportunities when personalizing classroom materials and activities. If the machines are limited to only your access, that doesn't have to limit the ability to be able to share the experience with your students by filming the process and revealing the result. Today's Exper...
Read more