SMILE Reflection

After reading the article, I think that SMILE is a great program. I know from a student stand point that when critical thinking questions are asked in class it takes time for me to think about it and then to come up with an answer. It is hard for me to come up with an answer on the spot. This new program allows students to read the question and then really think about a good answer. This program also allows students to ask questions which may lead to a further investigation into a topic. As a teacher, I use this type of questioning but without the technology aspect of it. Everyday, I present a question to my students (related to the study) in which we further investigate and use hands on activities to figure out why something may occur, or what happens when you do this a certain way. This program helps students ask questions that deepen their level or knowledge. Instead of asking questions that use simple recalling skills, they will learn how to ask questions in which they can explain and analyze. The only down side to this new program would be if the students did not have access to technology to participate in this program.