Spreadsheets

I think spreadsheets can be very useful in the classroom. They can be used to create assignments as well as grade sheets. Spreadsheets create an organized table that can be altered very easily. Material aids can be created easily using spreadsheets by entering data and pasting pictures in a neat format. I will definitely be using spreadsheets in my classroom.

Spreadsheet have an advantage over your calculator because you are able to track your addition and see exactly what grades make up an average. We use this in order to stay organized and have a record for every student of every assignment.

The books lists the three primary functions as: storing, calculating, and presenting information. This basically sums up the operations of a grade book. You store their grade and information about the assignments. Then you calculate the grade to come up with an average. This average is presented to the student. Presenting information also includes the functions of a visual aid. I can't think of any other functions to add to these that aren't already covered. The book did a good job of explaining the important of using spreadsheets.