It's interesting how we follow the path that is set before us. Just prior to Christmas, when I was visiting with my site mentor, I mentioned that I had ideas for utilizing technology into the Homebound Program. I am a Homebound Instructor and see students with medical issues and varying degrees of abilities in their homes several times a week. I was amazed at how inept some of the Power Points were that I received, and how boring the worksheet assignments were. I found myself "Googling" for answers with the students or looking for applicable videos on YouTube.
As a result of our discussion, that will be my action research topic: How will my students benefit from the use of technology in addition to the face-to-face instruction?Everyone told me that this class would be boring and difficult. I don't find it either. I am excited to find new ways to come up with answers. Perhaps that is why I will be a "forever learner."
Your goal will benefit so many student! I have often thought of possible solutions when one of my students became home-bound. However, as an elective teacher, my subject was not delivered--only core curriculum. I have wondered about Smart board recordings and flip video recordings posted on a wiki as a possible solution. I look forward to following your progress.
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