Final Reflection

Throughout this class I have constantly updated and worked on my GAME plan. The two areas I focused on throughout my game plan were the net standards 1b engaging students in real-world issues and solving authentic problems using digital tools and resources. The other standard was 3a demonstrate fluency in technology systems and transfer of current knowledge to new technologies and situations. I believe I am more confident now to incorporate technology into my lessons. The main issue was understanding the technology that I was going to implement in my class. In order to teach the content correctly being confident in your knowledge of the tools was crucial. The positive criticism from my classmates has helped me make my lessons much better for my students to understand the concepts.

I learned many new things from following my GAME plan. At first implementing these lessons it was trial and error. What would work with my students? Did they understand the concepts? And was it enjoyable and engaging? All these questions cross my mind. But implementing the lessons I was able to see what worked and what didn’t. Some students had difficulty using the technology for various lessons. I realized what areas I need to focus on more with my students so they can understand what is expected of them.

The immediate adjustments I am making to my instructional practice are the use of digital tools. In P.E. I’m trying to change the mentality of just one component of being in “gym” class. The second component would be health/nutrition where students would learn outside of the class using blogs. I would like to add digital storytelling for my students to understand more concepts and answer a ten question quiz weekly about health and nutrition. I feel that physical education is extremely important especially when heart disease is the number one related deaths in America. This should be an important situation addressed in all districts. Another classmate gave me the idea to use FLIP cameras to have my student’s record their dance routines. This digital tool would be a great addition in helping students understanding the content material.

Overall technology is extremely important in today’s society. It is always advancing faster than most educators can keep up. I am a firm believer of being a life long learner. Being able to adapt to today’s standards makes you a highly qualified educator.


Mike Benson