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=Usage of the Document Camera for the Purpose of Science Instruction =

 3.A.1.a V.7 **Student Standard 3.0 – Technology for Learning and Collaboration ** =Teacher = **Standard V - Integrating Technology into the Curriculum** **Description:**
 * Technology Standards Addressed:**
 * A-Learning
 * 1- Select and use technology tools to enhance learning
 * Use technology tools, including software and hardware, to learn new content or reinforce skills
 * Design, implement and assess learning experiences that incorporate use of technology in a curriculum-related instructional activity to support understanding, inquiry, problem solving, communication and/or collaboration.
 * 7. Manage a technology-enhanced environment to maximize student learning.

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The pictures on the PPT show how the ELMO Document Camera was use to enhance the instruction and presentation of information during a science lesson on blood flow. Students were able to see the information presented clearly from any angle in the classroom. They were able to manipulate the images, interchanging them when they needed visual clarification, and by assisting as we colored the images. They were able to constantly obtain and convey information visually as well as preserve images for future reference. ======

Reflection:  I used the ELMO Document Camera to teach a lesson of the pathway of blood through the heart and body. As an instructional tool, the ELMO is invaluable. My students were able to follow my directions and clearly saw what to do. Without this tool, I would have spent more time instructing the "coloring" rather than the concept. Students were able to see specifically where oxygen rich blood is depleted and oxygen poor blood is replenished since models are not always available. Students were able to use the ELMO to present their finished work as they explained the concept and were excited to see their work displayed for the entire class to review. During informational text read- alouds, I now can project the book for the class to read along and view. This is especially helpful and supportive for the struggling readers. The document camera is a powerful tool that benefits all learners, especially visual learners.

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