Role+Play+2a


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 * ROLE PLAY 2A**

Effective teaching/ Mixed technology use Collaborative Teacher Level Effective ITS/Uncooperative Teacher

Role A: Linus Torvald – ITS

During the observation of Mr. Defiant, you note that he a is tenth grade Science teacher that uses some technology. Mr. Defiant’s classes are performing well on standardized exams. He has been resistant to you and does not like having you observe his class. Students in his class appear engaged. Mr. Defiant does a lot of standards-based collaborative instruction. Mr. Defiant uses technology, but his use of it is not hands on – generally, the students watch as he uses the Smartboard to show interesting Science websites and his creative and interesting presentations.

Some additional considerations:
 * Mr. Defiant is an effective teacher.
 * Mr. Defiant does not believe he requires professional development.
 * Mr. Defiant thinks his use of technology is effective.
 * Mr. Defiant thinks it’s too much trouble to use the laptops.

Attempt to convince Mr. Defiant that allowing his students to use the technology will engage them more. Help him identify ways to integrate technology and identify resources for the use of technology in Science classes. Praise Mr. Defiant’s teaching and explain to him how allowing the students to interact with the technology more will increase his effectiveness.