Think Aloud- Teaching Standards

Here is a ThinkAloud I created, that demonstrates the reliability and validity of a website that discourages use of Taser Guns in Schools, using comprehensive critical thinking. 

Taser Gun ThinkAloud from apatton2

I feel that having students create and use a Think Aloud, it meets the ISTE-NETS standard 2a. 

2A: Design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity.

• A Think Aloud is clearly a digital tool, and it leaves room open for the student to demonstrate learning and understanding in a creative way, just as this standard requires. 
• A think aloud relies on the students' comprehension of the data provided, and their ability to clearly communicate this information in an organized way.
• Essentially, this tool still makes the student demonstrate understanding in similar ways that an essay or test would, but adds another layer of learning by having them present it in digital media.
• Since a ThinkAloud leaves room open for student creativity, it can lead to the student taking more pride in the work and possibly enjoy making these reading connections, more than a traditional assignment would.
• I feel that since technology plays such an important role in our everyday lives, digital tools such as a Think aloud should be encouraged, especially since it does indeed meet teaching standards. 
• I plan to use this tool, as well as others to promote creative learning experiences in the classroom.