What: Well this week has been very challenging, not only physically but mentally. In class we finished up our digital stories. Man I hope ours goes well. After completing the digital story however, I have come to realize how fun it is, but how much work can go into making one. In other classes this week I have been focused on turning in final assignments and studying for finals. I can say I am glad this semester is over. I am sad that it has come to an end in a sense but I'm looking forward to learning more and more about education. The one assignment that we accomplished that was my favorite is the web quest. I think that it is a reasonable assignment and one that most students can enjoy.
SO what: SO after finishing the digital story I think I shall never do another, at least using photo story. I think that it is a very neat assignment but it does require a lot of time and I feel like you don't get that much out of it for the time it takes to put it together. I will however have that knowledge and experience in completing one. I think that by me studying and preparing so much for finals and the last assignments I will be a better teacher. More organized and accomplished.
Now What:
Now I plan on using this course as a source for my classroom. I have learned so much about technology that I will incorporate into my classroom. This will help me to be a more creative teacher as well as team player. I feel as though this has been a course which has challenged me and that I have gained a lot from. While their are things I do not like there are many which I plan on using over and over again.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Sunday, December 6, 2009
"My Beliefs"
Technology is a great source to get studnets involved in education now days. Often times teachers do not put forth the effort to create a lesson which uses technology. For some teachers adding technology into a lesson is difficult and they can struggle. Others however love technology and use it as much as possible. For me I feel that technology is a good source to use in the classroom and I would desire to become the teacher who uses it frequently.
Some schools do not offer a lot of technological resources. For this reason I have opted to purchase a few items of my own which we can use inside of the classroom. I think that this will provide students the opportunity to stay involved in school and succeed. While technology is sometimes a struggle for me I know that this is what is necessary for the students of this day and the future to succeed and accomplish great academic goals.
Some schools do not offer a lot of technological resources. For this reason I have opted to purchase a few items of my own which we can use inside of the classroom. I think that this will provide students the opportunity to stay involved in school and succeed. While technology is sometimes a struggle for me I know that this is what is necessary for the students of this day and the future to succeed and accomplish great academic goals.
"Lessons Learned"
One of my main concerns as being a new teacher and using the technology is all of the rules that come with using the internet and other technologies inside of the classroom. I have come to find that I know very little about that. Another concern that I have is when the students get stuck or have trouble shooting with the computers will I be able to help? I do think that after watching a few of the videos I can be more confident in my technological abilities.
Another concern which I have is will there be enough time, resources etc to have a lesson with technology? While reading these articles and surveys along with watching the videos I have come to realize a few lessons which I can teach and feel comfortable with. Having the students publish their projects on the web would be a great way to get the students excited to learn, and I feel comfortable teaching this. However, one concern I have is that the risk of publishing a project on their might endanger the students. You would need permission slips from the parents. Also some parents might not agree with that.
Another concern which I have is will there be enough time, resources etc to have a lesson with technology? While reading these articles and surveys along with watching the videos I have come to realize a few lessons which I can teach and feel comfortable with. Having the students publish their projects on the web would be a great way to get the students excited to learn, and I feel comfortable teaching this. However, one concern I have is that the risk of publishing a project on their might endanger the students. You would need permission slips from the parents. Also some parents might not agree with that.
"Strengths & Weaknesses"
My strengths and weaknesses according to the UNI survey and NET Standards consist of the following.
Strengths:
1-Operate a multimedia computer system, including installing software, accessing programs or files, saving and deleting files, and organizing folders,
2-Apply technology to develop students' higher order skills and creativity.
3-I have designed authentic learning activities for diverse learners to teach my studnets how to publish their projects on the Web.
Weaknesses:
1-use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.
2- I am aware of video conferencing but have had limited involvement in an interactive session using video conferencing.
3-I understand basic computer terminology when it is used in classes.
Goals which I have set for myself are to use technology for grading and to analyze this data to know what our classroom percentage is. Also I can incorporate collecting data and analyzing it through a science project. I also think that video conferencing might be a factor for me which I learn in my personal life. When family or my husband goes out of town maybe try that until I am more comfortable and then teach a lesson using video conferencing. I will use the gmail tutorial video conferencing to learn more. A goal to learning computer technology is to study it. Understand what the words mean and when talking about computers use the specific terminology instead of the black thing in front of you. Use that to type your words. Instead use the word keyboard. There is a website avaliable that has a video in which you can watch to understand what parts of the computer are.
By using these tutorials, websites, and videos I will become a better teacher. I can explain to my students how to complete a project using video conferencing. This will also help me as a professional because I will constantly be learning and hopefully coming up with new ways to use technology inside of my classroom. These tutorials let me know that I can learn anything about technology through the internet, word of mouth or conferences.
Strengths:
1-Operate a multimedia computer system, including installing software, accessing programs or files, saving and deleting files, and organizing folders,
2-Apply technology to develop students' higher order skills and creativity.
3-I have designed authentic learning activities for diverse learners to teach my studnets how to publish their projects on the Web.
Weaknesses:
1-use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.
2- I am aware of video conferencing but have had limited involvement in an interactive session using video conferencing.
3-I understand basic computer terminology when it is used in classes.
Goals which I have set for myself are to use technology for grading and to analyze this data to know what our classroom percentage is. Also I can incorporate collecting data and analyzing it through a science project. I also think that video conferencing might be a factor for me which I learn in my personal life. When family or my husband goes out of town maybe try that until I am more comfortable and then teach a lesson using video conferencing. I will use the gmail tutorial video conferencing to learn more. A goal to learning computer technology is to study it. Understand what the words mean and when talking about computers use the specific terminology instead of the black thing in front of you. Use that to type your words. Instead use the word keyboard. There is a website avaliable that has a video in which you can watch to understand what parts of the computer are.
By using these tutorials, websites, and videos I will become a better teacher. I can explain to my students how to complete a project using video conferencing. This will also help me as a professional because I will constantly be learning and hopefully coming up with new ways to use technology inside of my classroom. These tutorials let me know that I can learn anything about technology through the internet, word of mouth or conferences.
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