Description Sway is an application from Microsoft services that is free to download off their store. The basic grasp of the software is to essentially create engaging and interesting slideshows, newsletters, how-tos, and anything else you think could fit under it. It is fairly easy to use and has a lot of templates already built into it that only require you to input new pictures along with your information. There are many ways to set up a sway including whether it flows vertical or horizontal. You can also choose the layout of each potion and where the pictures go. At first it can be confusing to understand, but with more practice Sway is easy to use.
Danielson Tie-In I see Sway tying into Domains 3 and 4 of Danielson's framework. For Domain 3, it could be used for instruction as a way to switch up lectures and presentations for students. Alternatively, in Domain 4 it would be great as a way to get information out to families, the community, or other professionals. I see it fitting nicely under component 3a and 3c since it would be good for both communicating with the students but also engaging them in learning due to the different ways to use Sway. I also see it working well for component 4c, mainly as an easy way to send out newsletters to families on current class activities or upcoming events.
Reflection I can use this tech tool in the classroom through a variety of ways! It is a great presentation tool to use with my students, or if we have Microsoft programs it could be a new way for students to present projects. For myself, I think I would use Sway a lot for newsletters due to both its ease of use and aesthetic qualities. I really enjoy the setup and how the finished products look so I can totally see myself using it in the classroom one day. My only drawback is that Sway definitely has a learning curve with its interface. I say this mostly because it's not your typically drag and drop for pictures or other aspects.
Charlotte Danielson, (2011). The Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument. Retrieved from http://static.pdesas.org/content/documents/danielson_rubric_32.pdf