As mentioned before, I don't have a classroom equipped with netbooks, IPads, IPods, etc. However, as a school we are able to access these items through our library and in the classroom.
Some ways that I have incorporated the use of technology with students is through advisory. Often, we have topics to be discussed that are best taught through web resources. It is great to be able to have our teachers group their students and let each group of 2 or 3 have a netbook and be able to explore. We have done this with Career Cruising, college-going resources, and service learning projects. Additionally, I have created a Google Doc survey for our seniors to complete about where they are with their financial aid. Students can use the netbook to complete the survey, giving me accurate information as far as whether they have completed FAFSA, applied for scholarships, etc.
Additionally, we are making a shift this month with our AP Spanish testing. Rather than use outdated tape recorders, we are going to use Audacity software on the netbooks for recording the oral portion of the AP Spanish test. I'm a bit nervous about the shift, especially since we are testing 45 students, but I am working with our tech support team and our Spanish teachers to make sure all goes smoothly.
As far as managing the devices, I believe our teachers have put standards into practice to insure that the equipment is used and cared for.
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