Question 1
The difference between searching and researching is that searching is an informal process of just looking for information. In contrast, research is cross-checking information from multiple sources to find high quality, accurate information. It is using primary sources (original documentation) to ensure that you are presenting the real story, and it is citing those sources. Searching is just where you begin to look; research is where you find the real answer to your questions.
Question 2
One way I would like to use cell phones in my classroom is using a site like polleverywhere.com, which allows students to text in responses to a poll or a short answer question. This is a great tool for several reasons. For one, students love using their cell phones to text in answers, so they are more engaged in the learning. Secondly, it is an excellent way for all students to answer the given questions; you are able to see exactly where they are in the process of learning what you are teaching that day. Thirdly, it is a great classroom management strategy. If they are using their phones for classwork, then they won't be texting other students in their pockets.
Another way I would like to use cell phones in my classroom is to create an account with Remind101. This site allows you to upload your syllabus, and students can then sign up to have assignment deadline reminders texted to their phones.
Question 3
One game I could use is Bookworm, which gives students points for spelling words correctly (more points for longer, more complicated words). This would be great for all my students but especially for my Spanish-speaking students who struggle with spelling words in English. This would be a fun way for them to practice spelling, which is generally not fun for them.
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