Welcome to my Blogsite

My name is Bonnie Hicks and I teach computer classes to 6th, 7th and 8th grade students at Whitewater Middle School in Fayette County. I am presently pursuing my specialist degree in Instructional Technology and hope to graduate in May of 2009. I created this blog as a requirement for Integrating Technology for Dr. Baylen at the University of West Georgia. My plans are to use this site as a means of communication with my students and fellow educators. Over time, I will highlight useful tech tips and links to resources for readers of my blog site. Hopefully,it will remain a work in progress as I continue to be introduced to some of the exciting tools offered in Web 2.0.

Tuesday, September 16, 2008

Techno Gadget of the Week

Everyone needs to at least try out Google SketchUp at least once in their life. I love to draw and create and this is a fabulous tool that allows me to create a 3 dimensional drawing. SketchUp is a free download software from Google, which allows the user to model, explore and create 3D drawings on their computer. The software also comes with free tutorials to help get you started. Click on the link, download the software and try it out.

5 comments:

Cannady said...

I've seen your students using this application several times. They are engaged and extremely involved during the class period. Your math background is beneficial to students when they use it. You offer students a real world scenario and application of math. Way to go, Bonnie!

juanita.curry38 said...

Bonnie
This technology tool is really interesting and I know at least two teachers at my school who would be willing to learn more about using this tool. Thanks for sharing it. I will let you know what they think of it.
Juanita

Cannady said...

I enjoy reading your gadget of the week so much that I added one to my blog. I look forward to seeing what your gadget is each week.

Diane said...

Bonnie,
I like the statement by google. "We live in 3D, why not learn in 3D?" This is a fantastic tool for teaching geometry!
You find the best sites. thank you.
Diane

Jona Gaskin said...

I have been looking for a program that will do exactly what this does. I am going to try this out with my students. What grade level did you use this with? I am interested to know if all of my grade levels would be able to use it.....