Technology for Reading and Writing Motivation

Abstract

Providing students with an engaging environment where they want to learn can be a positive challenge. By keeping our students' ability levels, interests, language proficiencies, ages, cultures, and backgrounds in mind we can begin to work toward this goal. The Universal Design for Learning principles can help teachers by providing a structure that includes objectives, strategies, materials, and assessment to meet the needs of various learners. Moreover, providing choice with students' backgrounds and abilities in mind while using different technologies can be a constructive step in creating a supportive environment. As technology evolves, teachers can also build their knowledge to assist students in learning reading and writing skills with the most current advances using the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards. These can help students learn to read and write in a motivating manner, while also teaching them about tools that can help them in their future classes and careers.