Cloud Concept Map

            Through the creation of my concept map, I have learned every little detail involved during the process of forming my cloud project. I chose to make a cloud concept map. The lesson taught me how to work with the Kidspiration software and design an educational map. I learned how to form topics, subtopics, text notes, and text links. I also learned how to make the concept map flow together using specific colors, shapes, and texts. I did run across the problem of not being sure on how to change my background color. However, I searched the internet and I found a guide that took me step by step to solve my issue. As a teacher, I can definitely see myself using a concept map not only to introduce new lessons, but also for my students to create projects with. I believe introducing a lesson with a concept map brings an easier understanding of the material for students. The concept map is a project that keeps students interested and entertained. Creating the concept map falls under a variety of the NETS-T standards: The concept map applies to standard one because it allows it me to promote student learning and creativity. Standard two allows all diverse needs of students to be met. Through standard three, digital tools and technology are used to enhance student’s knowledge. Standard four shows how the concept map is a way to transfer educational knowledge to all students. The map is also a way to model how current digital tools can be used. Standard four is incorporated through the production of the concept map. The creation of the map enabled me to demonstrate safe, acceptable technology use.