Can the implementation of Google Classroom increase the literacy skills of my students? 

Using technology in the classroom prepares students to be successful in their education and prepares them for career and college readiness. ​

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Technology in the Classroom

Did you know that in 2017, only 31% of fourth graders performed at or above the proficient level in reading in the state of California? 
These scores demonstrate that there is a significant gap in the way in which instruction is delivered to students in the classroom and their ability to understand and retain it. Research suggests that technology as a tool assists teachers in creating and presenting subject matter that is interesting, intriguing, relevant, and something that students can relate to. 

​For my research, I looked at Google Classroom and all the tools that can be used within it.  Before starting, my students and I created Technology Guidelines for the school year.  It is important to set these up at the beginning of the school year, so students know technology is used for a purpose in the classroom. As students learned to navigate Google Classroom, I began to introduce educational apps and tools. These tools were used throughout a semester with my fourth grade English Language Arts students. Each tool was tried by my students in the classroom and reviewed by them as well. Many teachers are looking to use technology to help with student engagement and reinforcement of learning.  I am hopeful that my webpage will provide you with some tools to consider.