I learnrd about Computer Aided testing. One of the best parts of computer aided testing in my opinion is the same second feed back. I know as a teacher it will be important to me to be able to give my students feed back as soon as possible. As a student it helps me learn much better. I don't internalize the wrong answers.
Time Management tools like palm pilots, PDAs and iPhones are a great resource for teachers. It will be great to have a resource that makes it possible for me to make all my appointments and commitments with students. It will also help me use my time better in all aspects of my life and the good effects from that will ripple into my teaching.
Test generators are another awesome tool I discovered. I thought about making some practice tests for my students so they can undergo the some times boring but necessary drilling that accompanies tests. This tool will make it much easier for me to provide students with practice material. That savings in time can be transfered over into more challenging and interesting class time. If we can meet the NCLB standards with time to spare, then we can cover all kinds of student generated, awesome content.
I am totally going to use an electronic grade book. I am already on my computer all the time, it makes absolute sense for me to utilize it as a tool to handle grades. The apple "iWork" suite of programs comes with an application that has a built in grade book in a spreadsheet that gives you all kinds of other information like what percentage of students scored in what range, auto averaging and weighting, and warnings when students score below a certain criteria.
iClickers have already peaked my interest just using them as a student. I am very excited to turn the tables and use them as an educator. I think it will give students who normally wouldn't contribute due to shyness, or those who know the answer but couldn't necessarily put it into words well an opportunity to answer questions.
Can some technologies purchased by the teacher for professional use be used as tax write offs?
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