So many research topics…so little time! I have moved away from teacher attrition and on to the use of technology in social studies classrooms. I think I have finally arrived at a topic that will work out. I had first thought that I would want to study the use of the Class Performance System (CPS) technology and its impact on teachers and students. I had the opportunity to use this technology in my own teaching and found that it was effective in engaging all students. It was an excellent resource that facilitated student centered learning. Unfortunately, I have found out that this technology is not being used in Winston-Salem schools (as of yet). I have since changed my research study to look at how a current unit topic in social studies is being taught with technology in social studies classrooms (more detailed description of the unit in my proposal for Friday). This study would take place in several 9-12 grade classrooms in Forsyth County school district. Semi-structured interviews, in class observations and field notes would be taken to collect data. I am also going to do a pre and post test as another data collection method. I have not quite figured out all the issues involved with the study but I feel like I am on a better path. Hopefully, this will be the topic that will become my fall project!
I am so excited to finally be done with teaching and headed to Winston-Salem soon! Can’t wait to meet everyone!
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