Tech Tools – Gracen Monet

25 Nov 2019

Coding and Presentations

Today’s class I was quite nervous to present. However, Sam and I felt very comfortable in front of the class because our peers were extremely supportive. I felt like we had done good research on our topic and developed a … Continued

20 Nov 2019

How to effectively use math tech in the classroom

by gracenmonet | Posted in: Collaboration, Distributed Learning, EdTech, EdTech Inquiry, Learning Design, Open Pedagogy, Tech Tools | 0

Over the past few weeks, Sam and I have been looking at some of the technology options that are available to use in math education. We are now aware of the many technology tools that are available to teach math … Continued

4 Nov 2019

Primary Vs. Intermediate Math Apps

by gracenmonet | Posted in: Complexity, Distributed Learning, EdTech Inquiry, Exploring and Enhancing Pedagogy, Gaming, Learning Design, Tech Tools, Technology Competencies, UVicEd | 0

Most math apps when you read the description describe themselves as apps for elementary or k-12 students. I found this very surprising as this is a very wide age range to cater to and students during these years have dramatically … Continued

4 Nov 2019

Minecraft!!

by gracenmonet | Posted in: Augmented Reality, EdTech, Educational Competencies, Gaming, Learning Design, Multimedia Learning Theory, Tech Tools, Technology Competencies, Virtual Reality | 0

I was never a gamer as a child, mostly because I was never very good at them. I was a perfectionist as a child who struggled with significant OCD tendencies, this caused me to not like the idea of failing. … Continued

28 Oct 2019

New Embroidery

by gracenmonet | Posted in: Assessment, Complexity, Curation, EdTech Inquiry, Exploring and Enhancing Pedagogy, Free Inquiry, Growth Mindset, Personal and Professional Preparation, Personal Learning Networks, Respect For All Learners, Tech Tools, UVicEd | 0

Last week I finished my first embroidery project which was a big win for me. I was struggling for a while motivating myself to embroider because I am not great at it. However, one night I sat myself down, put … Continued

28 Oct 2019

Organization is key!

by gracenmonet | Posted in: Collaboration, Collaboration and Community Engagement, Communication, Distributed Learning, Multimedia Learning Theory, Open Pedagogy, Tech Tools, Understanding Learning, Working Collaboratively | 0

Today’s class was extremely helpful because it allowed me to catch up on all of the upkeep that comes with doing a collaborative project. Sam my project partner and I decided to start our ed-tech inquiry a little while ago so … Continued

23 Oct 2019

Math Applications in the Classroom

by gracenmonet | Posted in: EdTech, Gaming, Growth Mindset, Multimedia Learning Theory, Tech Tools, Technology Competencies | 0

Using technology for math is becoming a much more widely accepted idea for improving math literacy. Children enjoy math significantly more when presented as a game. Children become more engaged in the topic and are more willing to learn new … Continued