Study+Jams

Technology Resources
===Study Jams: Study Jams is a free online learning tool provided by the Scholastic Corporation. The program teaches Math and Science concepts to middle school students through short video clips, slide shows, and songs. The video clips apply the concepts to real world applications. To use this technology the teacher chooses various topics to show to the class on either an overhead projector or individual student computers. The students watch the video and then can take online quizzes over the learned information. ===

===Study Jams could replace classroom lectures or notes from their teachers. The ‘study jams’ are cartoons of middle school students teaching each other topics. Students are sometimes more engaged by listening or watching lessons from other students. The resource is also engaging because the videos relate content to real life situations. This technology could replace the traditional pen and paper notes / PowerPoints given by the teacher. ===

Research
===Study Jams can be used in the classroom in a number of ways. First, Study Jams can spark student’s interest with its cartoon style lessons and humor. Study Jams can also tackle tough science and math concepts with easy to understand real life applications geared towards students. In the article, Science, Math, and Maps get their Digital Due, Shonda Brisco discusses how Study Jams aligns with national and state standards while engaging and enhancing students learning experiences. The article touches on the importance of students being interested in math and science, and through the use of this program students are able to relate their personal to the concepts (Brisco, 2008). ===

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Resources: Brisco, S. (2008). Science, math, and maps get thier digital due. School Library Journal. Retrieved from: [].