Differentiating Instruction Through Interactive Games (Tech2Learn Series)
Using tech tools and games acquired through grants and his own resourcefulness, second-grade teacher Robert Pronovost tailors math instruction to match students’ individual learning styles.
Tech2Learn Video Series
Our new video series goes inside the classrooms of educators who use technology tools in their lessons every day. Learn from their challenges, celebrate their successes, and share their resources in every episode.
This series is a co-production with the Teaching Channel.
Additional Resources and Tools from Mr. Pronovost
- Robert Pronovost's Website
Read Mr. Pronovost's blog, check out his speaking engagements, and find him on various social media sites.
- DonorsChoose.org
A fantastic resource for teachers seeking grants. Check out the Edutopia article "Wish List: Donated School Supplies Are Just a Click Away" for hints on how to use the website.
- School Improvement Grants from the U.S. Department of Education
Mr. Pronovost funded the purchase of his class iPod Touches with a School Improvement grant. Information and applications can be found at the link above from the website of the Office of School Turnaround.
- Software Seen in this Video
Mr. Pronovost uses many free apps (like Motion Math: Hungry Fish and Motion Math Zoom for the iPod Touch) and takes advantage of free trial versions or beta tests software in development (like Dreambox or Planet Turtle). He also uses Doceri, an interactive whiteboard application for the iPad, which will be releasing a free version soon. (Editor's Note: These links are provided for convenience, and are not an endorsement from Edutopia.)
- Follow Robert Pronovost on Twitter.
Visit the Tech2Learn series page to see more resources.