1.) Richard Miller: This is how we Dream
I like the fact that he stated how he is a writer and he is leader of a writing program over seas. Also, he has written a book. Then, he is going on to state the different types of technology being used. His own book has been printed on the web and how we can buy the text online instead of going out and buying it. Also, how he did a whole project without stepping into a library. It is amazing how now we can do a full research without the library because of all the online resources.
I when he says we need inspiring teachers. I do believe that. Even though we have technology available, children need teachers who motivate them. Also, we need them because we do not have all the technology needed to do what his dream is yet. He wants the future to be a bright one with all teachers humanities and sciences. Also, I do believe my students in the future will be able to write with the media.
2.) Wendy Drexler
This video reminded me of what we are doing and learning in our EDM 310 class. Also, I can understand why students need a teacher to teach them how to blog and comment properly. Teachers in this field show students what is appropriate for the web. Then, there is the research on the web, what is propaganda and what is the truth. In my case, that is the hardest thing to distinguish between.
Also, I like the fact that he uses most of what we have learned in our EDM class. He states how he uses google docs and scholar. He using it to help build on his PLN which is what we are learning how to do everyday. I like the fact he uses itunes U as a place to download podcasts on his ipod which I have been doing lately. It is a easy way to listen to useful information on the go.
3.) Michael Wesch: The Machine
The part that stood out to me in this video is when he commented on the fact that in the 1980's generation or the MTV generation has a short attention span,materialistic, narcissistic, and not easily impressed. Now that generation says that about our generation. I have that term used over and over again to describe the teenagers in my era. Also, he says how my generation is "generation me". I have to agree with him and his speech on the American Idol. How we are searching for identity and recognition. I do think we have found new ways to find our selves. Even though, we do it in public and on television.
I like how he mentions self awareness when doing videos online. He shows videos of takes people doing their first youtube video. They are nervous and jittery. He states that when we do the videos it runs through our head not only what other people will think about us but how we see ourselves in the future. I know I get nervous on camera too because when looking back, I might look stupid and ridiculous. I would hate that to happen to me. However, I hope that I get over this fear and start posting videos soon.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
PLN Update
1. College of Education
a. Advisor
b. Teachers
c. Students in EDM 310
2.University
a. Outside teachers and students
3.Community
a. Mrs. Rigsby
b. Mrs. Melton
c. Job
4.Internet
a. Twitter- 2nd education
b. Delicious
c. Facebook- Mrs. RIgsby
d. Mrs. Byrd
e. E-college
a. Advisor
b. Teachers
c. Students in EDM 310
2.University
a. Outside teachers and students
3.Community
a. Mrs. Rigsby
b. Mrs. Melton
c. Job
4.Internet
a. Twitter- 2nd education
b. Delicious
c. Facebook- Mrs. RIgsby
d. Mrs. Byrd
e. E-college
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Febuary 21, 2010 Blog Assignment
1.) Dr. Alice Christie's Searching the Web
As a teacher, we should all learn how to use search engines to find different websites to get information from to help teach the class. How many times does a teacher use google to find information? Then, there is the question, "How much information is true?". Also, if the information is decent for children to see. From her site she shows you all the different websites and search engines that are appropriate for all different age groups.
I have learned how she puts different search engines in different categories.I decided to look through some of those websites. One of my favorites was Fact Monster, it was so much fun. It made learning interesting. Did you know that throwing rice at wedding symbolizes of fertility and long life? I love learning different traditions of different cultures as well. Also, the games on this site are pretty fun to play. Go check it out.
2.) Ipods in Instruction
Before reading this, I would have never believed it was possible. I do believe there is a lot of temptation with this new method of teaching. I mean I think it could be useful, but how many teenagers would be distracted? I listen to my Ipod religiously but it is only for my music. However, I could see how this method could be very useful for teaching.
The reason I believe it would be useful would be able to download notes for itunes. Also, if the teacher was using pdcasting, you could download that podcast to your ipod. It makes it easier than recording notes or writing them because the background noise on the recorder is terrible and writing notes is frustrating because you will always miss something the teacher has said. Also, with the ipod method, it would make it open to everyone in class; so if a child missed class, he or she would not have to miss the assignment or notes.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Febuary 7, 2010 Blog Assignment
1.) Podcasting with First Graders (Landwitches Blog)
Before this class, I thought podcasting was for entertainment purposes only. However, I have come to realize that podcasting can be a good education, too. But this seems fun and educational, these first graders read a book; acting out the characters in the book on podcast. I never thought about podcasting like that. It seemed like a great idea for the classroom. Not only does that seem fun to do, but they can listen to it over and over again, also.
Also, I read on the Landwitches Blog about how podcasting builds skills. It is amazing how much these children are learning though the web. Not only just the skills on how to use the new technology and media literacy, but basic communication skills, presentation skills, and writing skills. These children are learning the use of these skills and applying them already like they are doing podcast in the classroom and learning to use them as a group project.
2.) Bobby Brooks: Keeping them Engaged
I was listening to Bobby Brooks talking about using games to keep the children engaged in education. They were taking about this use of game show quizzes to test students. My teacher in high school did this too. We used to use her version jeopardy to study for tests. It is amazing that he mentions this. It was a really good education tool, I think also.
Then, there is teaching in 3-D. Basically, he saying that when teachers teach that should show what they are teaching instead of just saying it out loud. He uses a dart board as an example of this my stepping towards it until he reaches the bulls eye. This shows the children what that the dart is the objectives and the bulls eye is the target and we need to take steps before reaching the goal. I understand teaching in 3-D also. One of my English teachers would put us in groups and act out scenes from the newspaper to keep us involved with current news. He also mentions that it would be a good idea if we acted out the text we were reading would help keep the children engaged. I completely agree. Teaching as a lecture gets pretty boring and puts most children to sleep, but teaching were the class is involved, that sounds like fun.
Before this class, I thought podcasting was for entertainment purposes only. However, I have come to realize that podcasting can be a good education, too. But this seems fun and educational, these first graders read a book; acting out the characters in the book on podcast. I never thought about podcasting like that. It seemed like a great idea for the classroom. Not only does that seem fun to do, but they can listen to it over and over again, also.
Also, I read on the Landwitches Blog about how podcasting builds skills. It is amazing how much these children are learning though the web. Not only just the skills on how to use the new technology and media literacy, but basic communication skills, presentation skills, and writing skills. These children are learning the use of these skills and applying them already like they are doing podcast in the classroom and learning to use them as a group project.
2.) Bobby Brooks: Keeping them Engaged
I was listening to Bobby Brooks talking about using games to keep the children engaged in education. They were taking about this use of game show quizzes to test students. My teacher in high school did this too. We used to use her version jeopardy to study for tests. It is amazing that he mentions this. It was a really good education tool, I think also.
Then, there is teaching in 3-D. Basically, he saying that when teachers teach that should show what they are teaching instead of just saying it out loud. He uses a dart board as an example of this my stepping towards it until he reaches the bulls eye. This shows the children what that the dart is the objectives and the bulls eye is the target and we need to take steps before reaching the goal. I understand teaching in 3-D also. One of my English teachers would put us in groups and act out scenes from the newspaper to keep us involved with current news. He also mentions that it would be a good idea if we acted out the text we were reading would help keep the children engaged. I completely agree. Teaching as a lecture gets pretty boring and puts most children to sleep, but teaching were the class is involved, that sounds like fun.
Monday, February 1, 2010
January 31, 2010 Blog Assignment
1.) Media Literacy in the First Grade
Truly amazing to see this happening. First Graders who can not only access the internet but they can comment on blogs and help make podcast. I think that if we would have told people this 20 years ago, they would have never believe us. I was very proud of those students. They are accomplishing goals that many adults can not do. It is hard to believe that they are learning the same things I am learning as a sophomore in college. I honestly wonder what my students are going to be learning when I become a teacher.
2.) Here's What's Coming!
Oh that was eye opening. When you think of a one year old, you would think teething rings and play pins as a fun activity, not playing on an Iphone. All I can think is this child is going to be texting when he is two. If these children of the next generation are starting technology at such a young age. What could this mean for new teachers or experienced ones? This is teaching at a whole new level. Not one that just involves reading, writing, and arithmetic but one that has to includes the web. I know as a young adult and a college student, I depend on the internet. I needed it in high school to an extent but not in middle school or grade school. However, I do believe things are about to change dramatically. I mean first graders blogging. Babies playing on Iphones. I even heard that two year olds are starting to skype. If we do not prepare for the technology now, how would will be able to teach those who know more than
3.) Podcasts...
I was listening to the SmartBoard Lesson episode 1 about dim dim. I thought it was a little odd he decided to do a podcast during a coffee run but I guess that is okay. However, ordering coffee or not, he convinced me to download dim dim. I have skype now but I wanted to see how this new web caming experience goes. I really enjoy my skype, I talked to one of my friends over seas. Hopefully, this new one will be better. I also listened to Kidcast podcast, I listened to the parts of the some thoughts on video podcasting or vodcasting, I agree I do not like that term either. I prefer video podcasting. I also agree with the auto vs video. I think I would prefer auto for the safety level in the classroom. However, using sound and sight, teaching with two senses than just one does do for better teaching. Also, I do find video podcasting more entertaining than auto podcasting. So this question comes to me, the safety of the students or trying to keep the students attention?
Truly amazing to see this happening. First Graders who can not only access the internet but they can comment on blogs and help make podcast. I think that if we would have told people this 20 years ago, they would have never believe us. I was very proud of those students. They are accomplishing goals that many adults can not do. It is hard to believe that they are learning the same things I am learning as a sophomore in college. I honestly wonder what my students are going to be learning when I become a teacher.
2.) Here's What's Coming!
Oh that was eye opening. When you think of a one year old, you would think teething rings and play pins as a fun activity, not playing on an Iphone. All I can think is this child is going to be texting when he is two. If these children of the next generation are starting technology at such a young age. What could this mean for new teachers or experienced ones? This is teaching at a whole new level. Not one that just involves reading, writing, and arithmetic but one that has to includes the web. I know as a young adult and a college student, I depend on the internet. I needed it in high school to an extent but not in middle school or grade school. However, I do believe things are about to change dramatically. I mean first graders blogging. Babies playing on Iphones. I even heard that two year olds are starting to skype. If we do not prepare for the technology now, how would will be able to teach those who know more than
3.) Podcasts...
I was listening to the SmartBoard Lesson episode 1 about dim dim. I thought it was a little odd he decided to do a podcast during a coffee run but I guess that is okay. However, ordering coffee or not, he convinced me to download dim dim. I have skype now but I wanted to see how this new web caming experience goes. I really enjoy my skype, I talked to one of my friends over seas. Hopefully, this new one will be better. I also listened to Kidcast podcast, I listened to the parts of the some thoughts on video podcasting or vodcasting, I agree I do not like that term either. I prefer video podcasting. I also agree with the auto vs video. I think I would prefer auto for the safety level in the classroom. However, using sound and sight, teaching with two senses than just one does do for better teaching. Also, I do find video podcasting more entertaining than auto podcasting. So this question comes to me, the safety of the students or trying to keep the students attention?
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