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I found this article on //Technology-Based Classroom Assessments Alternatives to Testing,// in the APU library database. The link below should take you there. []

This article is remarkable in interpreting the use of technology based assesments in the classroom. As well as the importance of having a balance of technology and regular classroom instruction. This article emphasizes that you as the educator must know what you would like to measure. For example, if you are measuring writing skills, then perhaps a blog would be more appropriate then a presentation. When incorporating technology you are also accomodating students individual needs. It is important to research your students specific learning needs. As in the case with a teacher Mr. Shaw and a student with special needs. Mr. Shaw would record the student particpating in activities to prove his abliity to participate in activities then he would add this information to a digital portfolio he maintained of the student. Digital observations as the one described above can be reviewed by a team of teachers or administrators for behavior issues or any other concerns. Technology can be used in formative and summative assessment, the key is to know how to use it effectively. This article is a guideline in directing a teacher into thinking about the benefits of technology in the classroom. Ms. Locasio used clickers during her instruction to motivate and involve students throughout the presentation. Ms. Locasio also progress monitored throughout her lesson by requiring students to answer questions using their clicker and rate their level of comprehension. The responses were revealed to Ms. Locasio and allowed her to check for comprehension throughout the lesson. This form of technology also allows for Ms. Locasio to provide individual assitance to those students who would usually not seek it ion their own. The use of technology in the classroom is widely supported it creates a positive, engaging and motivating classroom environment this article provides you with the information to establish a classroom that is technology based and effective.

**Charlene Saenz**

I found this article on //A Winning Afterschool Program//, in the APU library database. The link below will take you there.

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This article discusses an after-school technology program called ThinkQuest New York City. The program is a means of engaging underperforming students in projects that address their weaknesses in English language arts and math. It is set up as a competition where students design educational websites, allowing them to develop an understanding of academic concepts and technology. There is some great discussion in this article.

-Faith Ellis