Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Assigments for Feb 21, 2010
Dr. Christie - I hate I have to only pick two things to comment on because I find this website to be very resourceful to me as an individual as well as a future educator. I really like the web design because it allows anyone really, creative or not to become creative and to use their imagination. You can do things you may not have been able to do before computer times.
My favorite part is probably the photography gallery. You are being offered so much with this section because you can have the best of both worlds without even being a professional. You can take your own pictures of whatever you wish and then edit or create new things all with the touch of technology. You would then realize just how good you are or can be with the features offered. The generation now, for most of us, we love to take pictures so this is a great tool.
iTunes U - I love the idea of iTunes U. It is a very innovative way for students to stay in touch with their professors as well as other students. It also helps students catch up on missed assignments or lectures without feeling so lost.
I guess the only problem for me is having my education experience split up between paper classes and web based classes. I guess what I mean is that several teachers are still very old fashioned, and that is fine, but it gets to be a pain and very confusing when things are mixed up. I would personally rather it either or. It helps me stay organized. I would probably prefer the web based way but we have not completely arrived at that point yet.
Duke's use of ipods - WOW!!! From what I have read is that Duke University gives ipods to every freshman upon arrival at the college. Downloaded with the school songs and a student calendar and much needed student information to better the learning experience. To listen to recorded lectures or to watch podcast of lectures or presentations.
I think this is a great idea. Obviously it is working out because they are getting more to continue this style of learning. It helps the students stay on task and caught up. Not to mention, to stay with the times. If we started this everywhere just imagine what our younger generations would already know well before their college days. Im all for it!
Dr. Christie - I hate I have to only pick two things to comment on because I find this website to be very resourceful to me as an individual as well as a future educator. I really like the web design because it allows anyone really, creative or not to become creative and to use their imagination. You can do things you may not have been able to do before computer times.
My favorite part is probably the photography gallery. You are being offered so much with this section because you can have the best of both worlds without even being a professional. You can take your own pictures of whatever you wish and then edit or create new things all with the touch of technology. You would then realize just how good you are or can be with the features offered. The generation now, for most of us, we love to take pictures so this is a great tool.
iTunes U - I love the idea of iTunes U. It is a very innovative way for students to stay in touch with their professors as well as other students. It also helps students catch up on missed assignments or lectures without feeling so lost.
I guess the only problem for me is having my education experience split up between paper classes and web based classes. I guess what I mean is that several teachers are still very old fashioned, and that is fine, but it gets to be a pain and very confusing when things are mixed up. I would personally rather it either or. It helps me stay organized. I would probably prefer the web based way but we have not completely arrived at that point yet.
Duke's use of ipods - WOW!!! From what I have read is that Duke University gives ipods to every freshman upon arrival at the college. Downloaded with the school songs and a student calendar and much needed student information to better the learning experience. To listen to recorded lectures or to watch podcast of lectures or presentations.
I think this is a great idea. Obviously it is working out because they are getting more to continue this style of learning. It helps the students stay on task and caught up. Not to mention, to stay with the times. If we started this everywhere just imagine what our younger generations would already know well before their college days. Im all for it!
Thursday, February 11, 2010
My take on Comments for Kids:
I think the kids are really enjoying feedback on their blog posts. Especially from people all over the world. I am sure it makes them eager to learn more about technology and want to blog even more. I'm very impressed that we are learning how to blog in college and there are elementary students already blogging all over the world. Wow! Goes to show you how far we have come and how far behind I may be. oops! :) I am learning everyday and it is actually very neat. I'm loving it!
I think the kids are really enjoying feedback on their blog posts. Especially from people all over the world. I am sure it makes them eager to learn more about technology and want to blog even more. I'm very impressed that we are learning how to blog in college and there are elementary students already blogging all over the world. Wow! Goes to show you how far we have come and how far behind I may be. oops! :) I am learning everyday and it is actually very neat. I'm loving it!
February 14th assignments: <3
WIRED story- I can say I have used Wikipedia in the past but as I came to college, my professors were not to keen on the site. They have always told me that it was not very trustworthy and factual. I, personally would prefer to not make a fool out of myself by using information that was not factual. The point of research is to find and research facts right? I am not sure at all if the source will ever be fully trusted and recommended. They have a long way to go and factual individuals to stand by and have every post proved to be true. How would you do that to so many comments being posted?
"What I have Learned This Year"
by: Mr. McClung- I love this blog post. It made my heart sing. I am very excited to become a teacher but very scared at the same time. Mr. McClung basically expressed that we all have expectations of our students and to remember who our audience truly is. To understand that we will make plenty of mistakes and it IS okay. To realize we are not perfect and that is okay too. It really gave me a feeling of comfort to hear that because I am always stressing about being "the perfect teacher" and there is no such thing. So I have a new and improved outlook on becoming a new teacher.
To also remember when making out lesson plans that they are not made for the person reading them, but for our students. Also that the plans don't always go as planned. There again, it is okay, after all that is life. I love what he said about our students making mistakes... we are here to pick them up, dust them off and encourage them to try it again. So thank you to Mr. McClung, it was a magical blog. It made me feel much better for my future students.
WIRED story- I can say I have used Wikipedia in the past but as I came to college, my professors were not to keen on the site. They have always told me that it was not very trustworthy and factual. I, personally would prefer to not make a fool out of myself by using information that was not factual. The point of research is to find and research facts right? I am not sure at all if the source will ever be fully trusted and recommended. They have a long way to go and factual individuals to stand by and have every post proved to be true. How would you do that to so many comments being posted?
"What I have Learned This Year"
by: Mr. McClung- I love this blog post. It made my heart sing. I am very excited to become a teacher but very scared at the same time. Mr. McClung basically expressed that we all have expectations of our students and to remember who our audience truly is. To understand that we will make plenty of mistakes and it IS okay. To realize we are not perfect and that is okay too. It really gave me a feeling of comfort to hear that because I am always stressing about being "the perfect teacher" and there is no such thing. So I have a new and improved outlook on becoming a new teacher.
To also remember when making out lesson plans that they are not made for the person reading them, but for our students. Also that the plans don't always go as planned. There again, it is okay, after all that is life. I love what he said about our students making mistakes... we are here to pick them up, dust them off and encourage them to try it again. So thank you to Mr. McClung, it was a magical blog. It made me feel much better for my future students.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
February 7th assignment:
Langwitches Blog- Good point about "It's Not About the Tools, It's About the Skills". Sometimes people do not realize how important technology is in teaching. I'm not crazy about podcasts, but they can be useful and very instructing. Creating a podcast can give a child the experience to collaborate, write as well as speak and practice presentation skills. Just the use of the technology skills in general. For education, they are a great learning tool. To watch and create. I am thankful that our schools are able to provide the resources in order for our students to have the opportunity to better their education experience.
Langwitches Blog- Good point about "It's Not About the Tools, It's About the Skills". Sometimes people do not realize how important technology is in teaching. I'm not crazy about podcasts, but they can be useful and very instructing. Creating a podcast can give a child the experience to collaborate, write as well as speak and practice presentation skills. Just the use of the technology skills in general. For education, they are a great learning tool. To watch and create. I am thankful that our schools are able to provide the resources in order for our students to have the opportunity to better their education experience.
Assignments for Jan 31, 2010:
Smart Board- I first thought that the smart boards were overrated and cost way to much money. My thoughts since using one have completely changed. I love them. The fact that the teacher doesn't even have to move back and forth and disturb the class. Not to mention, it saves time. So with that being said, I'm impressed. I definitely recommend it to anyone.
Kidcast- The narrator discusses different activity ideas. As a future educator need to understand not to be overwhelmed with an entire podcast. Instead a mini-series would e just as good. Just choose a special topic and stick with it in order to make it easier for all involved.
This Week in Photography- The podcast were pretty decent with the exception of Scott being so conceited. The overall content was informative. i have always carried an interest in photography. The audio is recently getting me more involved. it is very new to me so yes it will take some getting used to. The TWIP is very new to me also. I have never heard of it before and look forward to exploring it more. You definitely take your "practice makes perfect" motto into play here. I guess you have to do more podcast to better yourself of them or any new feature you are unveiling.
Ed Tech - I am kind of confused on the access young children and teenagers have to these social networking sites. It could be a very enriching thing or a very scary thing. It is all in how they use or abuse it and who is monitoring it. The schools say their computers are blocked from facebook, myspace and such sites but my stepson is on facebook a lot during school hours because I am able to see the time of the post. So with that being said? Who is or isn't monitoring the access of these sites to our younger generations.
Mac Break - I love the ipad. Yes true enough, it is a big iphone. Well, I happen to love the iphone. I would definitely be interested in one if the price were to drop a bit. I am a fan of Apple therefore I would be willing to try mostly any of their products.
1 year old using iphone - i was not really suprised at this video simply beacuse there are so many children who know how to do this. I think it is just a few times to watch the adult with it and they are getting it. It is a very redundant process and Apple has made it "just that simple". But yes it is scary and crazy what generations under us are learning and at the speed they are learning it. Cute video.
They are First graders. R u Ready? - I was very impressed by this video. However, not surprised. They are starting students on computers as soon as they can afford it these days. As I have mentioned before, my 3 year old daughter has a Compu-child class at her school. i think it is a great thing if that is what the world is coming to, and it is so here we are. The students in the video are awesome with the use of their technological skills. They know more than a lot of educators know. That however, may not be a good thing.
Smart Board- I first thought that the smart boards were overrated and cost way to much money. My thoughts since using one have completely changed. I love them. The fact that the teacher doesn't even have to move back and forth and disturb the class. Not to mention, it saves time. So with that being said, I'm impressed. I definitely recommend it to anyone.
Kidcast- The narrator discusses different activity ideas. As a future educator need to understand not to be overwhelmed with an entire podcast. Instead a mini-series would e just as good. Just choose a special topic and stick with it in order to make it easier for all involved.
This Week in Photography- The podcast were pretty decent with the exception of Scott being so conceited. The overall content was informative. i have always carried an interest in photography. The audio is recently getting me more involved. it is very new to me so yes it will take some getting used to. The TWIP is very new to me also. I have never heard of it before and look forward to exploring it more. You definitely take your "practice makes perfect" motto into play here. I guess you have to do more podcast to better yourself of them or any new feature you are unveiling.
Ed Tech - I am kind of confused on the access young children and teenagers have to these social networking sites. It could be a very enriching thing or a very scary thing. It is all in how they use or abuse it and who is monitoring it. The schools say their computers are blocked from facebook, myspace and such sites but my stepson is on facebook a lot during school hours because I am able to see the time of the post. So with that being said? Who is or isn't monitoring the access of these sites to our younger generations.
Mac Break - I love the ipad. Yes true enough, it is a big iphone. Well, I happen to love the iphone. I would definitely be interested in one if the price were to drop a bit. I am a fan of Apple therefore I would be willing to try mostly any of their products.
1 year old using iphone - i was not really suprised at this video simply beacuse there are so many children who know how to do this. I think it is just a few times to watch the adult with it and they are getting it. It is a very redundant process and Apple has made it "just that simple". But yes it is scary and crazy what generations under us are learning and at the speed they are learning it. Cute video.
They are First graders. R u Ready? - I was very impressed by this video. However, not surprised. They are starting students on computers as soon as they can afford it these days. As I have mentioned before, my 3 year old daughter has a Compu-child class at her school. i think it is a great thing if that is what the world is coming to, and it is so here we are. The students in the video are awesome with the use of their technological skills. They know more than a lot of educators know. That however, may not be a good thing.
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