Chapter 5 Reflection

1. How can I get my students to ask questions about the research they are conducting?

      I can use a Think Sheet with my students while they are researching. I could also have them work in groups with their Think Sheet if they have been shown how to use it. I think these are a great way to help them know where to look and guide their research.

2. How can I teach my students to solve problems?

      Part of my job as a teacher is to use the NTeQ lesson plan format with my technology lessons. If I do this, I have picked a problem for my students to solve already. Whether or not I know the answer to the problem, I can help my students find it by using a Think Sheet. I can also help them by talking about what we already know about the problem and deciding what we need to find out about the problem.

3. I've never used an inquiry-based approach, much less computers-so how is a teacher supposed to do both of these at one time?

      It is easy to accomplish both of these at the same time because computers help students in inquiry-based lessons. I can also use my resources at school, like my technology assistant or librarian to help me create lessons for my students that will use computers to solve problems.


Morrison, G. R., ), G. R. M., & Lowther, D. L. (2010). Integrating computer technology into the classroom, skills for the 21st century. Allyn & Bacon.