Software for Teacher Tasks

1.       Give an example of reference software?

a.       Dictionaries

2.       What are the pros and cons of the different types of reference software available online?

a.       Pros: Multiple sites, easy access, many examples

b.       Cons: Information may not be correct, can be confusing

3.       What is imaging software?

a.       The family of software packages that convert or alter digital images.

4.       What are three examples of education games? What are the pros/cons of their use?

a.       Action/Arcade games:

                                                               i.      Pros:

1.       Hand eye coordination

2.       Reasoning

b.       Adventure:

                                                               i.      Pros:

1.       Promotes problem solving skills through adventure scenarios and role playing.

c.       Puzzles and Classic Games:

                                                               i.      Pros:

1.       Reinforce and build memory, logic, verbal, and planning skills.

d.       CONS:

                                                               i.      For these types of games, students can depend on them a little too much. Once they realize that the game can teach them the same thing I can, they may become resentful to my teachings.