PLE
Her PLE is way bigger than mine. She has her PLE arranged very nicely on her personal page. I really like how she uses a note taking program she found online. I like how she will post useful websites like the note taking site. Her PLE helps other people in gaining information.
Two Questions That Can Change Your Life
The questions that were ask were: What is my sentence and was I better today than yesterday? Both of these questions really made me think. I guess my sentence could be that I am striving to be the best that I can be. To answer the second question I am maturing and learning everyday. So I do feel I am better than yesterday.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Interview
I interviewed Mrs. Dana Sheffield who is a special ed. teacher at Washington County High School.
1. Do you feel that you are technological literate?
Answer: I think I'm moderately comfortable with technology. I'm not the most knowledgeable though.
2. How do you feel about incorporating technology to Special ed. students?
Answer: I use the test prep which is online. The ACT prep is another tool that I find to be very beneficial to my students. Letting them use Microsoft Word helps them with their grammar and sentence structure.
3. Do you think technology would be beneficial for your students?
Answer: Yes
4. Do you think our school systems should emphasize technology more in the classroom?
Answer: Yes, but our school doesn't provide the funding for technology. We are a lecture based style of teaching.
5. What do you think is most important about teaching?
Answer: You have to genuinely care for your students. You have to be willing to listen to your students to understand them.
I interviewed Mrs. Dana Sheffield who is a special ed. teacher at Washington County High School.
1. Do you feel that you are technological literate?
Answer: I think I'm moderately comfortable with technology. I'm not the most knowledgeable though.
2. How do you feel about incorporating technology to Special ed. students?
Answer: I use the test prep which is online. The ACT prep is another tool that I find to be very beneficial to my students. Letting them use Microsoft Word helps them with their grammar and sentence structure.
3. Do you think technology would be beneficial for your students?
Answer: Yes
4. Do you think our school systems should emphasize technology more in the classroom?
Answer: Yes, but our school doesn't provide the funding for technology. We are a lecture based style of teaching.
5. What do you think is most important about teaching?
Answer: You have to genuinely care for your students. You have to be willing to listen to your students to understand them.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
April 18 blog Assignment
When I first entered this class, I had know idea that technology was such a great tool for learning. I have always been intimidated by a computer. Having to blog, make presentations, podcast and many more I have become much more comfortable on a computer. In the future, I most definitely will incorporate blogging in my classroom. Blogging allows students to express how they feel about a topic. It also will make them more confident on a computer and better writers. The most important factor of blogging is that the students can get feedback on their blogs around the world. Podcast is still something I'm trying to get the hang of, but I hope to use it in the classroom as well. Dr. Strange post his weekly wrap ups on itunes which is a big help in making sure I am staying on task. When I'm a teacher, I plan on posting short lectures which will be helpful to students that might miss a day.
When I first entered this class, I had know idea that technology was such a great tool for learning. I have always been intimidated by a computer. Having to blog, make presentations, podcast and many more I have become much more comfortable on a computer. In the future, I most definitely will incorporate blogging in my classroom. Blogging allows students to express how they feel about a topic. It also will make them more confident on a computer and better writers. The most important factor of blogging is that the students can get feedback on their blogs around the world. Podcast is still something I'm trying to get the hang of, but I hope to use it in the classroom as well. Dr. Strange post his weekly wrap ups on itunes which is a big help in making sure I am staying on task. When I'm a teacher, I plan on posting short lectures which will be helpful to students that might miss a day.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Comment 4teachers 13-14
The first post I commented on was about desktop bookmarking. I commented it was really helpful information. I also gave left my blogspot and the course's blogspot.
The second post I commented on was the peek-a-boo post. It tells you how to look at whats in your documents without opening it. This tip will save you some time.
The third post I commented on was the PLN blog. I found this post to be helpful in getting more sites for my on PLN. I commented that the sites are really helpful and said thanks for posting them.
The first post I commented on was about desktop bookmarking. I commented it was really helpful information. I also gave left my blogspot and the course's blogspot.
The second post I commented on was the peek-a-boo post. It tells you how to look at whats in your documents without opening it. This tip will save you some time.
The third post I commented on was the PLN blog. I found this post to be helpful in getting more sites for my on PLN. I commented that the sites are really helpful and said thanks for posting them.
Comment 4 teachers 10-12
The first blog I commented on was about which president would I drink a cup of coffee with. I picked George Washington. I would ask him how he feels about the different political parties we have today. I would like to know how he feels about the Civil War during the late 1800s.
The second comment was on his post on how the celebrate Abraham Lincoln's birthday. I commented that I was also a big fan of Lincoln.
My Third Comment was on his slide show about a book club. I commented that it would be a great way for students to get involved. I also left my blogspot and the course's blogspot.
The first blog I commented on was about which president would I drink a cup of coffee with. I picked George Washington. I would ask him how he feels about the different political parties we have today. I would like to know how he feels about the Civil War during the late 1800s.
The second comment was on his post on how the celebrate Abraham Lincoln's birthday. I commented that I was also a big fan of Lincoln.
My Third Comment was on his slide show about a book club. I commented that it would be a great way for students to get involved. I also left my blogspot and the course's blogspot.
Dr. Seuss-The Zax
This video points out that change needs to happen in the classroom. Teachers need to face the facts that today's students require teachers to know more about technology. Teachers have to be willing to learn how to use it.
Ps 22
This kids are awesome. Their voices are beautiful. These kids obviously put a lot of effort in doing this song.
dearkaia.blogspot.com/2009/09/first-photo-essay.html This is Kaia's blog which was last weeks assignment. Her father posted the blog which got back many comments all over the world. That's what is so amazing about blogging. It gives you the opportunity to connect with people all over the world.
Comment 4kids
I commented on the Dinosaur Cloud post. It was a story about students going outside and imaging dinosaurs in the clouds. I commented it made me what to look up in the sky.
This video points out that change needs to happen in the classroom. Teachers need to face the facts that today's students require teachers to know more about technology. Teachers have to be willing to learn how to use it.
Ps 22
This kids are awesome. Their voices are beautiful. These kids obviously put a lot of effort in doing this song.
dearkaia.blogspot.com/2009/09/first-photo-essay.html This is Kaia's blog which was last weeks assignment. Her father posted the blog which got back many comments all over the world. That's what is so amazing about blogging. It gives you the opportunity to connect with people all over the world.
Comment 4kids
I commented on the Dinosaur Cloud post. It was a story about students going outside and imaging dinosaurs in the clouds. I commented it made me what to look up in the sky.
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Dear Kaia
This is a great blog. It made me want to go outside in the woods and just take a million pictures. Kaia took some beautiful pictures. The video was great in showing her pictures and explaining what the pictures are.
Kaia's father's blog
He explains how he was reading the book Last Child in the Woods. This book inspired him to take his daughter on an outdoor adventure. They both take their cameras and start taking pictures even though their surroundings aren't quite so beautiful. They take photos of things that may look ugly but can appear to be beautiful. He posted the pictures of their photos on Kaia's blog. Mr. Chamberlain's eight grade class left nice comments on her blog. Its amazing how people are connecting across the world.
This is a great blog. It made me want to go outside in the woods and just take a million pictures. Kaia took some beautiful pictures. The video was great in showing her pictures and explaining what the pictures are.
Kaia's father's blog
He explains how he was reading the book Last Child in the Woods. This book inspired him to take his daughter on an outdoor adventure. They both take their cameras and start taking pictures even though their surroundings aren't quite so beautiful. They take photos of things that may look ugly but can appear to be beautiful. He posted the pictures of their photos on Kaia's blog. Mr. Chamberlain's eight grade class left nice comments on her blog. Its amazing how people are connecting across the world.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Timetoast Timeline
This is a time line of the 09 fall semester. http://www.timetoast.com/timelines/43447
This is a time line of the 09 fall semester. http://www.timetoast.com/timelines/43447
EDM 310 Survey Forms
I asked 5 questions about EDM 310. You can review the questions at this link spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dC1UdnJpMXpTSzRUY2tVbGpIVFJnRVE6MA
Most of the people that answered the survey feel that they will have an A or B in the course. Only 4 out of 20 have used blogging before this class. The majority feels that EDM 310 would be better if the syllabus was more clear. You can review the results at this link https://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=t-Tvri1zSK4TckUljHTRgEQ
I asked 5 questions about EDM 310. You can review the questions at this link spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dC1UdnJpMXpTSzRUY2tVbGpIVFJnRVE6MA
Most of the people that answered the survey feel that they will have an A or B in the course. Only 4 out of 20 have used blogging before this class. The majority feels that EDM 310 would be better if the syllabus was more clear. You can review the results at this link https://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=t-Tvri1zSK4TckUljHTRgEQ
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Comment 4teachers 7-9
Week 7 Aaron Eyler is talking about teachers sometimes don't give a 100 percent in the classroom. I commented that its a teachers job to not only teach but to encourage students in the classroom.
Week 8 He is talking about the benefits of online classes. He says it would especially be good for the summer. I commented that it would make learning more independent for students.
Week 9 He says that we shouldn't blame today's youth for Social networking. Facebook can be used as a great educational tool. I commented that Facebook is a great way for reaching out worldwide about education. We should not resist it but embrace it.
Week 7 Aaron Eyler is talking about teachers sometimes don't give a 100 percent in the classroom. I commented that its a teachers job to not only teach but to encourage students in the classroom.
Week 8 He is talking about the benefits of online classes. He says it would especially be good for the summer. I commented that it would make learning more independent for students.
Week 9 He says that we shouldn't blame today's youth for Social networking. Facebook can be used as a great educational tool. I commented that Facebook is a great way for reaching out worldwide about education. We should not resist it but embrace it.
Morgan Bayda and Dan Brown video
Like Morgan, I also feel cheated by my university because of long, boring lectures. Lectures can be beneficial ,but they never seem to change. Some of my college professors put information on a power point and tell us to take notes on it. Dan brings up a great point how in schools and universities, students memorize their notes and will receive a grade on how good you memorize "facts". He says "FACTS" will not prepare you for the real world. My favorite part of the video is when he says, "education is about empowering students to change the world for the better." Morgan and Dan both mention that collaboration with classmates is a wonderful tool for learning. I also believe that communication with classmates allows you to see their perspective on things.
Comment 4kids
I commented on Caitlyn's essay. Her essay is about how students need more time on projects. I commented that she provides reasons for this in every paragraph. I wrote that I agree with her.
Like Morgan, I also feel cheated by my university because of long, boring lectures. Lectures can be beneficial ,but they never seem to change. Some of my college professors put information on a power point and tell us to take notes on it. Dan brings up a great point how in schools and universities, students memorize their notes and will receive a grade on how good you memorize "facts". He says "FACTS" will not prepare you for the real world. My favorite part of the video is when he says, "education is about empowering students to change the world for the better." Morgan and Dan both mention that collaboration with classmates is a wonderful tool for learning. I also believe that communication with classmates allows you to see their perspective on things.
Comment 4kids
I commented on Caitlyn's essay. Her essay is about how students need more time on projects. I commented that she provides reasons for this in every paragraph. I wrote that I agree with her.
Sunday, March 21, 2010
ALEX
This is a great website that can be very helpful to future teachers. It lets teachers see what different kinds of lesson plans are out there. It is divided into six topics. They are: course of study, lesson plans, web links , search, podcast treasury and personal workspace. Teachers can listen to podcast done by other teachers. It also has a very helpful database.
I think this is a great tool for teachers to use to find new stuff to use in the classroom. The examples of lesson plans is one that I will definitely use. It is open for everybody to use.
ACCESS
This program is designed for students who want to take courses that are not offered at their school. Some students what to take college credit courses and this is one way to do so. This is a great opportunity for students to learn a higher level of education.
Although you have to pay for the courses, its still a great way to get some of your college courses done with. If students start taking college credit courses early in high school then that will be less they have to take in college.
Comment 4kids
I commented on Mrs. Yollis's February class blog. The blog was about how to write a correct compound sentence. Her students wrote some examples. I commented that I enjoyed the blog ,and I wrote my own compound sentence.
This is a great website that can be very helpful to future teachers. It lets teachers see what different kinds of lesson plans are out there. It is divided into six topics. They are: course of study, lesson plans, web links , search, podcast treasury and personal workspace. Teachers can listen to podcast done by other teachers. It also has a very helpful database.
I think this is a great tool for teachers to use to find new stuff to use in the classroom. The examples of lesson plans is one that I will definitely use. It is open for everybody to use.
ACCESS
This program is designed for students who want to take courses that are not offered at their school. Some students what to take college credit courses and this is one way to do so. This is a great opportunity for students to learn a higher level of education.
Although you have to pay for the courses, its still a great way to get some of your college courses done with. If students start taking college credit courses early in high school then that will be less they have to take in college.
Comment 4kids
I commented on Mrs. Yollis's February class blog. The blog was about how to write a correct compound sentence. Her students wrote some examples. I commented that I enjoyed the blog ,and I wrote my own compound sentence.
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Randy Pausch's Lecture
This was a very helpful video. Mr. Pausch brings some interesting stuff on how to work with students and push them academically in the classroom. In the lecture he talks about childhood dreams and how to achieve them. I found this part of the video to be quite inspirational.
He gives some helpful advice on setting goals. He tells the story on when he was younger he wanted to plat football. He achieved his goal and joined the football team. he later says that one of his coaches really gave him a hard time. Another coach suggested that he did that because he care about Randy. His coach just wanted him to succeed and be successful.
Teachers should push their students and enable students to accomplish their goals. Teachers should let their students know that they can do anything if they put they want it bad enough. Mr. Pausch brings up how teachers should set their expectations high. This allows the students to reach a higher level of education.
He ends the presentation by talking about how being an encourager is key to a students overall development. Teachers, parents and friends should be the best support for the individual. From watching this video, I've learned that encouraging is the best kind of educational tool.
This was a very helpful video. Mr. Pausch brings some interesting stuff on how to work with students and push them academically in the classroom. In the lecture he talks about childhood dreams and how to achieve them. I found this part of the video to be quite inspirational.
He gives some helpful advice on setting goals. He tells the story on when he was younger he wanted to plat football. He achieved his goal and joined the football team. he later says that one of his coaches really gave him a hard time. Another coach suggested that he did that because he care about Randy. His coach just wanted him to succeed and be successful.
Teachers should push their students and enable students to accomplish their goals. Teachers should let their students know that they can do anything if they put they want it bad enough. Mr. Pausch brings up how teachers should set their expectations high. This allows the students to reach a higher level of education.
He ends the presentation by talking about how being an encourager is key to a students overall development. Teachers, parents and friends should be the best support for the individual. From watching this video, I've learned that encouraging is the best kind of educational tool.
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