#4

I could use the ideas in chapter seven to create lesson plans. If I have a goal of what I want to teach I can map out ways to teach that lesson. I could use an outline on word to prepare how I will present the lesson and what points I need to cover. I can use a concept map such as on inspiration to find ways in which different lesson correlate. I can use all methods when I have a main idea and details about that main idea. They could also be used in powerpoint slides to outline what I am talking to the class about, so they understand the main points.
I have never really used a storyboard, but I am very familiar with concept maps and outlines. I could never understand when I was younger how they would help me. I always felt like they were a waste of time and took away from my writing. As I got older it became apparent why they were so important. When you are crunched for time it helps to put all your thoughts down and then order them. This way you don't have to focus on where to put things when you are writing. I would definitely use these in my lessons, so that students are organized.
In the past week we learned how to search for things on google and how to tell if a website is reliable. These are very essential skills. It is important to understand how search engines work, so that you can type in the right things to find what you are looking for. It is also important to understand the value of a website especially if you are going to use the information in your classroom. You must use reliable and truthful websites and knowing what to look for will help tremendously.