| Technology, Resource, or Innovation |
Why Do You Want This? |
Possible Downsides |
|---|---|---|
| smartboard |
keeps students engaged |
may not be as helpful to all students (different learning styles) |
| i-clicker |
easy grading, saves paperwork, involvement |
some students may not take it as serious as a document |
| laptop |
children can become comfortable with using computers (e-mail) |
could become distracted from task at hand |
| smaller classes/teacher assistant |
provides more one on one opportunities |
limited space |
| leisure time |
offer possibilities and new experiences, help children to focus in other realms of school |
students may be timid about trying something new |
| decorative classrooms |
relate to instruction, more welcoming environment |
distractions |