Presented by: Nichole Lucero & Shawna Purnell

1. Group E’s Final Project:The Effects of Digital Search and Communication Tools on the way People Think and Process Information Presented by: Nichole Lucero & Shawna Purnell

2. Purpose Purpose: The purpose of this presentation is to educate our classmates about the different types of students and how they learn and process information. This presentation will also provide our audience with information on how using communication tools will benefit each type of student.

3. Objectives At the conclusion of this presentation, the learner will be able to: • List three types of learners; • Define the types of learners; • Understand how students process information using technology in the classroom • Explain what communication device is most appropriate for educating students.

4. Types of Learners Reference: http://school.familyeducation.com/intelligence/teaching-methods/38519.html

5. Characteristic of Each Type of Learner A visual learner are those who learn through seeing things. A visual learner: • Is good at spelling but forget names • Needs to study in quite • Needs time to process information • Likes color and fashion • Dreams in color • Understands and likes charts • Is good with sign language Reference: http://homeworktips.about.com/od/homeworkhelp/a/learningstyle.htm

6. Auditory Learners Auditory learners are those who learn best through hearing things. Some characteristics are: • Likes to read to self out loud • Not afraid to speak in class • Likes oral reports • Is good at explaining • Remembers names • Notices sound effects in movies • Enjoys music • Is good at grammar and foreign language • Reads slowly • Follows spoken directions Reference: http://homeworktips.about.com/od/homeworkhelp/a/learningstyle.htm

7. Kinesthetic Learners Kinesthetic Learners learn best by experiencing / doing things. Typical characteristics are: • Is good at sports • Can’t sit still for long • Is not good at spelling • Does not have great handwriting • Likes science lab • Studies with loud music • Likes role playing • Takes breaks while studying Reference: http://homeworktips.about.com/od/homeworkhelp/a/learningstyle.htm

8. The Best & Worst Test Type Reference: http://homeworktips.about.com/od/homeworkhelp/a/learningstyle.htm

9. Communication Devices / Learners

10. Program Tools that work for each Type of Learner References: http://www.streetdirectory.com/travel_guide/763/business_and _finance/four_different http://www.readingrockets.org/article/12446?theme=print

11. Processing Information with the use of Technology • Technology such as smart phones used in the classroom can enhance the learning process and complement their individual learning style by allowing the student to immediately access information from the internet that will assist them in the understanding of a topic even if they do not have access to computers. Reference 3

12. Utilizing Smart phones for Educational Purposes • Educators are starting to implement smart phone usage in the classroom and are realizing that they can enhance the educational process and competency of certain subjects such as algebra. • Schools are coming to the realization that students need to be educated on and with the devices that they will use out in the real world in order to make students competitive in job markets. • Combined with traditional educational methods, this concept will provide students with the necessary information literacy skills to succeed in an ever changing world Reference 3

13. How Students Learn Using Technology in the Classroom • Most students today are versed on the usage of technology as a whole. Implementing technology in the classroom will allow the student to enhance those skills and give them an opportunity to expand their learning experience and educational success. • Students today are not just interested in obtaining knowledge, they are concerned with the application of that knowledge and how it can enhance their lives. • The usage of technology complements their learning style and assists the brain in creating synapses in the brain. Synapses are the neurological and electrical connections in the brain. This process allows for greater memory retention and the application of the information. Reference 4

14. Information Literacy Skills Using Technology • Computers/laptops are still the most popular means of technology usage in classrooms today, however, smart phones are becoming increasingly popular and are a less expensive solution for schools that provide them to their students for educational usage. • In Summary, allowing students to utilize technology in the classroom will give them an advantage in the real world and will aid in the creation of lifelong information literacy skills that will far surpass the classroom. Reference 3

15. References: • Farwell, T. (n.d.). Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic Learners. Retrieved 1 4, 2011, from Family Education: http://school.familyeducation.com/intelligence/teaching-methods/38519.html • Fleming, G. (n.d.). About.com Homework / Study Tips. Retrieved 1 4, 2011, from About.com: http://homeworktips.about.com/od/homeworkhelp/a/learningstyle.htm • Leamnson, R.N. (2001). Does Technology Present a New Way of Learning? Retrieved from: http://www.ifets.info/journals/4_1/leamnson.html • Laughren C. (2010).Smartphones join classroom instruction at Lincoln Middle School. Retrieved from: http://ypsiciti.com/section/Education/Smartphones+join+classroom+ instruction+at+Lincoln+Middle+School-article-1712.html • Schrift, S. (n.d.). Four Different Ways People Process Your Information. Retrieved 12 16, 2010, from Streetdirectory.com: http://www.streetdirectory.com/travel_guide/763/business_and_finance/four_different_ways_people_process_your_information.html • Willingham, D. (n.d.). Do Visual, Auditory, and Kinesthetic Learners Need Visual Auditory, and Kinesthetic Instruction? Retrieved 1 4, 2011, from Reading Rockets: http://www.readingrockets.org/article/12446?theme=print