This document discusses how a teacher uses various technology tools to communicate with parents and engage students in learning. Some of the key tools mentioned are Class Dojo, Remind, Google Forms, QR codes, newsletters, anchor charts, Plickers, interactive whiteboards, iPads, Brainpop, Google Slides, YouTube, and LiveBinders. The teacher emphasizes making use of available resources and technology, even without one-to-one devices, to enhance instruction and provide opportunities for student collaboration, authentic work, and real-world learning.

1. Geormika Butler
Technology in my Classroom

2. Parent Communication and Involvement
Communication is key.
Class Dojo, Remind, Google Forms
and QR codes are some of the tools I
used to keep parents informed about
grades, conduct and the day-to-day
goings on in the class and school.
● Newsletters
● Classroom Notes
● Anchor Charts

3. Plickers can be that go to app for:
● Quick check formative assessments
● Instant feedback
● Collecting classroom responses without
having devices for every student
Limited Resources … No Problem!

4. Utilizing the many resources already provided by the district or free
applications that can be download to help blend learning
● Whole Group Lessons (Interactive white boards, mimios, etc.)
● Ipad enter/exit tickets
● Small group lessons and assessments created through Brainpop
Make Use of the Technology even if it’s not 1 to 1

5. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

6. Whole Group Assessments
Reteach, Retest or Make-
Up Assignments

7. ● Using Google Slides as an
instructional tool as well as a
way to create student
authentic work
● Integrating technology across
multiple subjects
● Students were able to
collaborate with each other as
well as with me while creating
slides for their science project Link to student created Google Slides

8. Youtube and Livebinders use for
instruction as well as to highlight
professional responsibilities
LiveBinder Link
Access Code: Butler2016

9. Moving Forward or Utilizing Technology in Others Ways
● Broadcasting daily announcements or school news reports
● Provide How-To’s for parents digitally
● Learn through exploration/researching online
● Real world learning through real time current events online
● Online Student Portfolios
Start small and build the confidence to try
something new!!

10. Thank you for your time
and consideration!!