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Module 6 - Technology Review
Katy J. Kaldenberg
EDU-225 Instructional Technology (O102)
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Zach Beck, B.S. Ed., M.Ed. C&I: Technology
Technology Review
Five Educational Technology Examples:
1. Compass Learning Odyssey
a. http://www.compasslearningodyssey.com/
2. Skyward Family and Student Access
b. http://www.skyward.com
3. ePALS
c. http://www.epals.com/
4. Google Earth
d. http://www.google.com/earth/index.html
5. WebQuests
e. http://webquest.org/
f. Webquests are more controlled and focused than a Web search.
The three technologies that I have chosen to review are Compass Learning Odyssey, ePALS, and
Google Earth.
Compass Learning Odyssey:
A. Usefulness in the classroom (either from a teacher or a student standpoint)
a. Compass Learning Odyssey allows students to work at their own pace and to reinforce the
classroom curriculum.

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b. The Odyssey Manager delivers individual learning paths based on student assessment scores.
Student data is immediately available through a wide variety of reports.
B. Ease of use
c. It is very easy to use and has visual graphics as well as spoken and written instructions.
C. Cost
d. The exact cost is unknown however, there is an access fee. Must have internet access.
D. Reliability
e. Available where ever an internet connection is available.
E. Availability
f. It is available 24/7 with a personal log in ID, password, and internet access.
F. Teaching or learning outcomes
g. Customizable, easy-to-read reports provide the information educators need for data-driven
decision making.
h. As students move through the curriculum, Compass Learning Odyssey allows educators to
easily monitor individual, group, and class progress through comprehensive quizzes and tests.
i. Naturally integrates 21st century skills into class activities
j. Engages today’s digital natives
k. Increases student discussion and peer-to-peer interaction
ePALS:
A. Usefulness in the classroom (either from a teacher or a student standpoint)
a. The online project ePALS allows students from all over the world to communicate with each
other (Shelly, Gary B., Gunter, Glenda A., & Gunter, Randolph E. 2010).
b. ePals offers schools, teachers, students, and parents worldwide a safe and secure platform for
building educational communities, providing quality digital content and facilitating collaboration
for effective 21st century learning.
B. Ease of use

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Module 6 - Technology Review Katy J. Kaldenberg EDU-225 Instructional Technology (O102) Wednesday, July 20, 2011 Zach Beck, B.S. Ed., M.Ed. C&I: Technology Technology Review Five Educational Technology Examples: 1. Compass Learning Odyssey a. http://www.compasslearningodyssey.com/ 2. Skyward Family and Student Access b. http://www.skyward.com 3. ePALS c. http://www.epals.com/ 4. Google Earth d. http://www.google.com/earth/index.html 5. WebQuests e. http://webquest.org/ f. Webquests are more controlled and focused than a Web search. The three technologies that I have chosen to review are Compass Learning Odyssey, ePALS, and Google Earth. Compass Learning Odyssey: A. Usefulness in the classroom (either from a teacher or a student standpoint) a. Compass Learning Odyssey allows students to work at their own pace and to reinforce the classroom curriculum. b. The Odyssey Manager delivers individual learning paths based on student assessment scores. Student data is immediately available through a wide variety of reports. B. Ease of use c. It is very easy to use and has visual graphics as well as spoken and written instructions. C. Cost d. The exact cost is unknown however, there is an access fee. Must have internet access. D. Reliability e. Available where ever an internet connection is available. E. Availability f. It is available 24/7 with a personal log in ID, password, and internet access. F. Teaching or learning outcomes g. Customizable, easy-t ...
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