This chapter is a reinforcement of what we should already know. Our students learn differently and it is our job to present information in different ways to insure that all of our students do learn. I always present material using concrete opportunities to learn and have used linguistic and nonlinguistic forms to instruct my students. However, I have almost never used the computer to facilitate this process.
Word processing, as shown in the book is a wonderful way to create the mental image connection to words and letters. I have seen something similar activities using Kidspiration. I know the children had fun completing the activity, but again I fell back on what was comfortable for me and went back to paper and pencil. I am not teaching K and 1st any more, but I know I will find uses in my new job.
I looked at several listed resources in this chapter. I thought the "ourtimelines" was interesting. I think the students in a history class could really enjoy this site. I looked at others that sounded interesting for resources to use in my room. I was able to find some and others were unavailable such as Padukah -- had templates that sounded interesting, but couldn't find the resources.
Other nonlinguistic representation examples listed in the book seemed more beneficial for other classrooms and older students than the ones I teach. I am again amazed at what is available to teachers and students alike to use and learn with and from. Another interesting chapter, but not as useful to me as the previous ones.
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You definitely have to consider your current position when evaluating some of the resources presented. I also found in some chapters that the activities offered were more suited for particular grade levels and age groups. Sometimes they are adaptable but other times it is more challenging to find a way to incorporate the activities into the classroom. The great thing about having the knowledge is that teachers are so good about share ideas. Sometimes you have the opportunity to pass something on that you learned and someone else benefits.
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