QR Codes and Reading Task Analysis

This morning we learned about QR codes (quick response codes). I had seen them before on cereal boxes and tickets but never thought much about them. Never realized what an invaluable tool they could be in the classroom. They would do wonders to increase student engagement because they allow you to place deeper interest engaging activities into a lesson. Some of the few things that they can be used for include:

• linking audio files, 
• linking to websites to include maps, definitions, related youtube videos, music
• linking non-fiction information to fiction stories
• adding pictures.

Students are using them for a purpose and not just playing. Unlimited things can be tied to the curriculum.

We also devoted a huge amount of class time talking about Reading Task Analysis and the hundreds to things that we habitually do when we read. Although we are still working through the process, it is give me an appreciation for just how complex the reading process is. I am now developing an awareness and appreciating how much assistive technology could support so many students.