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Desmos 

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 Creativity and Innovative Learning 

Hi, again! Welcome to my latest blog post that is all about Desmos. I personally love to use Desmos in my math classroom and think you all will love it as well! The best part is you do not have to be a math teacher to use it! It can be used for just about any subject. 

Watch the following presentation to learn all about the education technology tool of Desmos: 

Library | Loom - 5 September 2023 - Watch Video

Using the blog post by ISTE (International Society of Technology in Education), the technology tool Desmos falls into the category of, "Creativity and Innovative Learning." Desmos falls under this category because students get to interact with the problems and it is great for visual learning. It allows the students to see immediate feedback so not only do they get to work on their procedural skills, but their conceptual understanding for each topic. Desmos also allows customization and collaboration. As the teacher, you can create the activities however you believe they will best benefit your students. The students also get the opportunity to work with their peers. When collaborating they can discuss their work amongst each other and learn from one another. Desmos uses technology to enhance all the students' learning experience by making the lessons more engaging and interactive. 

Here are additional resources you can use to learn all about Desmos and how to implement it in your classroom:

  1. Desmos Official Website
    • Desmos provides many resources, including videos, webinars, and pre-made activities for educators. Check out the Teacher Resources section to find lesson plans and more activities.
  2. Desmos on YouTube
    • Desmos has a YouTube channel that shows instructional videos that contain a variety of topics. These start with beginner lessons and explain more complex tools if wanted to implement. 
  3. Desmos Activity Builder User Guide
    • This guide provides step-by-step instructions on creating your own activities in Desmos using the Activity Builder tool. This way you can customize your lessons however you would like!
  4. Desmos Blog
    • The Desmos blog has articles written by educators and Desmos staff, showing a multitude of ways to use Desmos in the classroom. On this blog people can share their own experiences and stay up to date on new updates.
  5. Desmos on Twitter
    • You should follow Desmos on Twitter for information. On here they will post the latest news and updates with what is happening with Desmos!

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