Keystone- Implementation Report

Sarah Kovalenko

Dr. Hsu

EDLA 615

Ketstone

IMPLEMENTATION REPORT

1.    Outcomes of the implementation: student learning outcomes and technical procedure outcomes

Students were able to successfully complete the UDL book. They learnt how to use Book Builder to create their book. Each student did her assigned task, and the students in each group worked together to produce their book. In the beginning, the students needed guidance and assistance to know what to do and how to do it. Then, the students got the hang of it and had loads of fun.

2.    Adjustments you had made to accommodate students with special needs

The groups were made according to student ability. Lower level students were given a task that they were capable of completing. Lower level groups were given more assistance and guidance throughout the activity.

3.    Adjustments you had made for the effectiveness of classroom management

Groups were seated at the far ends of the classroom, so that the students wouldn’t get distracted by other groups.

4.    Questions asked by the students

There were some frequently asked questions throughout the lesson. Most questions were regarding the technology. Some students asked questions like, what happened after the Shiny New Engine passed by? In which case they needed to be guided back into the book to figure it out/

5. Problems students had encountered during the implementation process

The only problem that the students encountered was that the internet service was a bit slow.

6. the decision(s) you had to make on the spot to make the implementation easier and smooth

Instead of just beginning to write the book, I had the students first go through the actual book and discuss the events of the story that they will include in their UDL book. They circled the events in their copy of the text and put a number on top so that they would have an easier time writing the UDL book. I realized that they needed to do this in order to make the activity easier.

In addition, at times that the internet was  taking a bit long, I told the students to meanwhile review their book from the beginning and see if there are any mistakes.

7. Feedback from the students

Students had a great time creating their book. They thought that this technology was really cool and they also loved working together. They felt very proud of their completed books and were excited to show them to their parents. They wanted to know, when can we make another book?

8.    Timeframe (was there enough time as you planned for)

I knew that this lesson would take long, so I planned for it to be two lessons of 45 minutes. However, for next time, I would do it as 3 or 4 half hour lessons. This way, the activity would be divided into clear and organized tasks (Day #1- planning, sequence of events. Day #2- Writing the actual book. Day #3- Revise and Edit. Day #4- Publish and share.) This way, the students will work continuously and gradually each day.

9. Things you have learned from the implementation including proposed changes for future lessons?

For the future, I would do this activity as three or four short consecutive lessons. I would provide them with clear instructions as to what they need to complete each day. I might also allow each group to dress up when presenting their book to the class, since I saw how excited the were to share with the class.