"Master Appster"

Here in the 21st century, we all know what apps are. We use them every day! For this project, I researched an educational app called Seesaw. I found tons of great information! It is only one example of hundreds of apps that are wonderful to use in early childhood education. 

Seesaw is… 

Seesaw is an app that stores and displays student and teacher portfolios. Teachers can post summaries of their lessons, introductions to new lessons, and much more. There are tons of interactive games that are included on the seesaw app, like matching games, sight word strategies, and practice with shapes and colors. Teachers can even create their own games to go along with their classroom lessons! Students are also allowed to post things on seesaw, and they can have their own learning journal to show off all their hard work. Seesaw impacts student learning by creating a fun, energetic learning environment while incorporating and introducing technology in the classroom. Seesaw for students is like a mini blog and online classroom all in one!  

Seesaw allows students to be aware of their digital footprint online! https://www.iste.org/explore/articleDetail?articleid=809 

Collaboration: Seesaw provides a way for teachers to capture students' growth and learning over time in the classroom, and provides a way to share this with families. https://iteach.kennesaw.edu/blog/posts/old_school_meets_new_school.php 

Creativity: Seesaw appeals to different learning styles! There is a place for the visual learner, the auditory learner, and even the hands on learner! Here is a link to seesaw in action: https://web.seesaw.me/classrooms/ 

Critical Thinking: Seesaw allows students to connect real life situations to learning experiences! Students can update their portfolios by completing assignments online! http://schoolsubscriptions.com.au/the-importance-of-connecting-classrooms-to-the-real-world/ 

Communication: Seesaw enhances student engagement and facilitates communication by using an online platform! Students can share, comment, and like posts on seesaw. Teachers can monitor student activity. Seesaw gives students a chance to communicate with their teacher and fellow students online. https://help.seesaw.me/hc/en-us/articles/207576603-How-do-I-use-Seesaw-Blogs- 

This link is a tutorial on the basics of how to use Seesaw. I hope this post provided you with a great tool for your classroom! I know I will definitely be incorporating Seesaw into mine! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l231B9sk_nI