Technology in the Classroom - The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) to School Model

Most current educators agree that the use of technology in the classroom by students help them learn. The Peel District School Board's bring your own device (BYOD) to school model in the classroom is essential. Check it out!

A BYOD model, when used responsibly and combined with the right pedagogy, offers many significant benefits to the learning environment. The model provides access to content that is current, relevant, engaging and interactive. It promotes co-construction of knowledge as students learn more when they collaborate.  When offering technology to all students the instruction becomes more student centric versus teacher centric. On-line formative assessments provide instant feedback to the students. Even when class ends, students always have access to information. The BYOD model and use of technology is essential for the classroom.

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Math Libs - Fun Activities For The Classroom

Fun activities in the classroom help students learn. Math Libs do work well in a grade 9 academic math class. Speaking from experience, I found that students get excited, competitive and work collaboratively when working in teams to solve a Math Lib. If posted on the walls of the classroom, students are forced to get up and move around. By completing the Math Lib they create a funny story about their teacher.

In this activity, students will practice finding the area of composite (irregular) figures. This includes squares, rectangles, trapezoids, triangles, and semi-circles. Check it out!

There are many resources out there, but some math libs can be found on www.teacherpayteachers.com . There is a small fee, but considering you don't have to spend a lot of your own time creating these activities, it is worth it.