Melissa+Johnson+UDL

Im Here!!!

I am a Kindergarten teacher at Eastport Elementary. I am so excited for the summer and I cant wait until Tuesday. = **5** new technologies to try =
 * signed stories
 * voicethread
 * wordle
 * tammy worcester website
 * live scribe
 * podcasts

**4 ideas to share with others****﻿**
= **3** principles of Universal Design for Learning = = **2﻿** changes in your teaching to reach all learners in the Digital Age = 1 ** BIG idea to implement “next year” **
 * Inclusive Technologies article was awesome with great links!
 * N.A.I.L.S
 * Ask yourself,"is your classroom full of ramps or stairs?"
 * Ask yourself," if you are catching up or leading the way?"
 * ===== Expression/ Challenges =====
 * ===== Engagement/ Choice =====
 * ===== Representation/Access﻿ =====
 * = give more choices at one center/ tic tac toe boards =
 * using computer time for more than reading games
 * ===== Start with parents. Ask parents during parent interview what technology they use at home and how much their child uses so that I can begin from there. Maybe start a class wikki so the parents and can get info online rather than a paper newsletter that gets trashed. =====

Net Generation [|digital learners]