Lesson Plan II: Implementation

Procedures:

1)    Separate 1 student from their class with teacher and child consent.

2)    Give student a place to sit across a table from me

3)    Lay iPad in front of student on the table and tell them I have a special game for them

4)    Allow student to choose their special animal to “play” as.

5)    Watch as students play a variety of games and assist them when they come upon difficulties. But mostly, my job is to let them explore and observe their progress.

6)    Take pictures/ take notes on their progress

7)    Give them high –fives and find another student

8)    Examine their report cards on the application and take screen shots for my records.

Technology Integration:

 This lesson heavily depends on the use of technology. I will use it for student involvement, and assessment. All will take place on an iPad, and pictures will be taken on an iPhone.

Differentiated Instruction:

 The application seems to catch on quickly when there are certain gifts or deficiencies. Translation as well as using sheltered language and modeling are options for when students are struggling with the directions, and moving up the age level can be something I can use to challenge other students.

Reflection:

            I chose to use the Agnitus application because I researched applications to use for preschool aged students. Parents and teachers alike showed a high opinion of the application, and they strongly reflected CCSS and preparation for Kindergarten. The games on the iPad engage the students because the technology is exciting and the graphics are colorful and entertaining. There is a lot that students can do with this application, one of which is watching interactive books, students will have the freedom to explore all available applications. I believe kids, especially preschoolers, learn best through play. When there is music, characters, and content, students will remain engaged, it also is beneficial that there are quick transitions between the games.