Assignment #2

I will be presenting a lesson about probability that is designed for 6th graders. My SMART board presentation will include the following features: an interactive spinner, an interactive die, moving pictures on the board, and writing on the board.

NETS for students:
4)Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making
For this lesson, students must collect and analyze data in order to identify the probabilities for certain problems.
6) Technology Operations and Concepts
Students must be able to use the SMART board technology in order to take part in the activities in the lesson.

NETS for teachers:
1) Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity
This lesson uses real-world problems and has creative aspects in the lesson.
2) Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments
This lesson uses technology and digital-age learning experiences in order to teach probability.

Interactive white boards could help students to remain engaged in classroom activities and lessons. It is more interesting to pay attention to a lesson that uses and interactive white board than to pay attention to a lesson that does not have interactive elements. These boards allow students to be involved in the lesson, not just listen to the lesson. When students are involved and engaged, they learn better.