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Collaboration with Technology Integration in the Middle School Classroom

The following is a video presentation on collaboration and technology integration  in today's classroom: Other video presentations I have responded to: http://sportz75.wordpress.com/2014/02/08/8842-video-project-module-6/comment-page-1/#comment-49 http://robinsjourneyintoeductionaltechnology.blogspot.com/2014/02/final-project-video-virtual-worlds.html?showComment=1393153068199#c8704051117153885815

Static and Dynamic Technology and Media

Technological advancements of the 21st century has definitely improved teaching and learning in the classrooms all across the nation.  Leveraging the latest devices, Web 2.0 tools, and social networking media have transformed the learning environment, enhanced instructional practices that are more student-centered, and have positively impacted overall student achievement.  Many educators have created technology-rich environments that are relevant to a constructivist classroom.  For instance in many classrooms, students post their own essays on blogs, use wikis to work in collaborative groups on problem-based learning projects, and using social networking sites (Edmodo, Twitter, and Facebook) to engage in asynchronous or synchronous discussions to share ideas or various forms of media for higher-level thinking and to extend learning beyond the classroom walls.   Even though technology has transformed the way instruction is delivered in today's classroom, It is imperative