ED 307 post 3- new idea

I have a new idea of a way to get students excited about learning and having fun while they're learning- creating a video game that groups of students can play based on a lesson that can be used on a computer or on a game system. I thought of this because kids love playing video games- Why not make video games a useful educational tool? Why not use kids' love of video games to teach them.
Also, I think it would be a good idea to get parents to encourage more educational computer/video game time by getting the word out about these things. Teachers can send letters/emails, etc. to spread the word to parents and even give them lists of good educational games. This will allow students to have fun while learning but not even know they are learning anything because they are having a blast with the game.

ED 307 post 2- new ideas

1- I think we should get students actively engaged in their learning, and I think incorporating the latest technology in the classroom is a great way to help do that, making interesting graphics, using words in interactive lessons that help them understand the lesson
2- I think students should be able to use technology at home to connect with teachers and fellow students. There should be a way for students to always get the latest updates on their grades, info about assignments and other class info, as well as an opportunity to let their instructor know if they need help with something.
3- I think students should be able to connect with each other to get help from other students
4- I think parents should always have a direct line via phone or computer to talk to their child's teacher whenever they need to discuss things. This will improve parental involvement

ED 307 post 1- new idea- how to incorporate all technology so that everyone gets the best resources

1- let students use the internet to research topics that teachers want them to research
2-give them plenty of hands-on and interactive games and activities to do to learn about a topic
3-give them pictures with descriptions
4-use video demonstrations instead of simply just using paper instructions on how to do a lesson
5-give students connections that they can easily use to talk to teachers and other students and easily find class updates and assignment information.