Wednesday, April 30, 2008
the thing that i learened from Dr. Strange are how to use the computer for class how i can put my class on google and check there progress i feel like this class helped me be more open to have fun with the computer and also to keep up with the times how to do my finacials and my loans and how to fully use word . thank you doc. strange
wikipidea
Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia that is used by many is somewhat controversial when it comes to the validity of its content. When Jimmy Wale, the founder of wikipedia started the online resource in 2001, he had the idea that it would be a wonderful source of knowledge for online viewers because the content would be added by professionals and specialists in each area, and it would be open for added information. For the most part, wikipedia seems like a reliable place to retrieve information on over one million subject areas, but the freedom to add to subject content has also created the ability to alter or delete subject data. This is where there are kinks in Wikipedia. The data that is being erased, altered or fabricated can be done by those that are not members, therefore questioning accuracy of the content.
i tunes used for educators
By going to http://www.apple.com, a teacher has access to a wealth of knowledge that they can share with their classrooms. After going to the site and accessing i tunes U, it is pretty self explanatory to navigate through to the educational domains. Once there, there are many options to choose from ranging from grade level, subject matter and objectives.
I went to the PBS option and chose WGBH teacher's domain where i found a variety of links to choose from that could be helpful to me as an educator. I chose the grade level k-5 and selected science as the topic I wanted to research. Some of my options were the solar system, Energy in the coral reef, Precipitation and Weather. I chose to preview a lesson on clouds.
I found the lesson to be brief yet informative and think that elementary students would find it very enjoyable way to be introduced to subject matter. The video lessons ranged from 1 to 4 minutes, so they are designed to be quick, and therefore, they lack the dread that can sometime come along with watching an educational film.
I am certain that I will take advantage of the resources i tunes offers to enhance my teaching and professional development once I get in the classroom. Until this lesson, I am embarrassed to say that I thought I tunes was only a music resource. I plan on using it for myself during the remainder of my academic studies.
I went to the PBS option and chose WGBH teacher's domain where i found a variety of links to choose from that could be helpful to me as an educator. I chose the grade level k-5 and selected science as the topic I wanted to research. Some of my options were the solar system, Energy in the coral reef, Precipitation and Weather. I chose to preview a lesson on clouds.
I found the lesson to be brief yet informative and think that elementary students would find it very enjoyable way to be introduced to subject matter. The video lessons ranged from 1 to 4 minutes, so they are designed to be quick, and therefore, they lack the dread that can sometime come along with watching an educational film.
I am certain that I will take advantage of the resources i tunes offers to enhance my teaching and professional development once I get in the classroom. Until this lesson, I am embarrassed to say that I thought I tunes was only a music resource. I plan on using it for myself during the remainder of my academic studies.
i tunes university
I tunes U delivers easy access to educational content from colleges, universities, and educationally focused organizations across the country. It is accessible to anyone with a computer. It keeps students engaged by offering audio and video material in a much more entertaining way than lectures and printed pages.
I tunes works by going to the website http://www.apple.com, and looking up subject matter individuals want or need. I tunes U can then be synced with ipods or iphones and listened to or watch at the persons leisure.
I tunes works by going to the website http://www.apple.com, and looking up subject matter individuals want or need. I tunes U can then be synced with ipods or iphones and listened to or watch at the persons leisure.
pod cast
Up until recently, the term podcasting was foreign to me, and then I found out it is a fairly common method of sending messages via the internet. Podcasting is the concept of downloading and streaming an online audio or video broadcast. It enables communication for personal, professional or educational purposes through a more proficient way. It allows one to save content digitally and replay it at their convienence, even when not online.
In the fall of 2004, Duke University issued all of their incoming freshman a new ipod with the idea that it would allow their students the opportunity to have access to learning in a non-traditional way. Having the flexibility to listen to lectures and take notes other than regularly scheduled class times gives the students added assurance in succeeding in school. Learning in this nature definately gives the student added marketability when it comes time to execute a career.
I think that more schools, businesses and individuals should look at the advantages of staying on top of the current technological trends and get involved early instead of being forced to learn what everyone else already knows. This class has opened my eyes into the amazing and exciting options we all have at the tip of our fingers.
In the fall of 2004, Duke University issued all of their incoming freshman a new ipod with the idea that it would allow their students the opportunity to have access to learning in a non-traditional way. Having the flexibility to listen to lectures and take notes other than regularly scheduled class times gives the students added assurance in succeeding in school. Learning in this nature definately gives the student added marketability when it comes time to execute a career.
I think that more schools, businesses and individuals should look at the advantages of staying on top of the current technological trends and get involved early instead of being forced to learn what everyone else already knows. This class has opened my eyes into the amazing and exciting options we all have at the tip of our fingers.
fisch's bowl
In Response to Carl Fisch's post on the necessity of teachers being technologically literate, I fully agree. I, being one of the people he refers to that calls themselves "technologically naive," am not proud or comfortable with my lack of computer knowledge, and that is why I am trying my hardest to learn before I become an educator. He points out that there are certain standards that we all must adhere to in order to be successful, and if we haven't reached those standards, given a certain amount of time, we should be required to move on to something else.
The writer of this post didn't sugar coat his message. He essentially says to educators and those involved in the process of teaching others, "to either get with the program or get out! " Don't be part of the population that blames their ignorance on being naive, it just won't work in these modern days of communication.
The writer of this post didn't sugar coat his message. He essentially says to educators and those involved in the process of teaching others, "to either get with the program or get out! " Don't be part of the population that blames their ignorance on being naive, it just won't work in these modern days of communication.
United states teachers using blogs
Long leaf elementry school , By the mid-nineties, Carus unified with three other local districts and now have a teaching and support staff of 515, and a student population of 5,500 in K-12. With the influx of population, it was necessary to keep up with the rest of the mainstream of America, which meant becoming technologically savvy. I was highly impressed by their website. Not only does have all the information one would want or need about the school and faculty, but it provides Internet search databases for teachers, administration, parents, and students. The school website is http://www.carus.canby.k12.or.us
Some of the search engines they provide are: http://www.linktonetTrekker, http://www.Novelist.com, and direct links to their local public libraries.
Some of the search engines they provide are: http://www.linktonetTrekker, http://www.Novelist.com, and direct links to their local public libraries.
access
ACCESS is an educational program that stands for ALABAMA CONNECTING CLASSROOMS, EDUCATORS, AND STUDENTS STATEWIDE. The vision of this program is for Alabama to provide access to high quality instruction to improve student achievment through distance learning. The mission is to provide an infrastructure that delivers quality learning opportunities for all citizens, and the goal is to provide additional educational offerings for all Alabama public high school students.
Modern technology has evolved to the point that all students should have access to whatever educational needs and objectives they have or want, and the state of Alabama wants to be more complexed with other southern states that have more resources. Right now, Alabama ranks 14th out of the 16 southern states in offering A.P., and distance learning will provide top quality classroom courses and teachers via technology. Remedial resources will also be available to help enhance those students who need extra help. Outreach between other teachers and students through the internet and interactive video will provide boundless resources.
Students are not the only group of people who will benefit from ACCESS.
Modern technology has evolved to the point that all students should have access to whatever educational needs and objectives they have or want, and the state of Alabama wants to be more complexed with other southern states that have more resources. Right now, Alabama ranks 14th out of the 16 southern states in offering A.P., and distance learning will provide top quality classroom courses and teachers via technology. Remedial resources will also be available to help enhance those students who need extra help. Outreach between other teachers and students through the internet and interactive video will provide boundless resources.
Students are not the only group of people who will benefit from ACCESS.
how to use alex
Due to the unlimited amount of information on the internet, It is a wonderful time in history to be an inquisitive individual. As a 3rd year college student studying elementary education, I have come to depend on webites for information just as much as my textbooks. This is probably true for most students as well as the majority of the population of the United States. If not now, later for sure. In the field of education, learning is an ongoing process and The Alabama Learning Exchange (ALEX), has made the process easily obtainable by being able to go to the website http://www.alex.state.al.us. and access areas of interest or concern. In researching this site, I felt immediate relief that their are such wonderful tools out there for new teachers. With another year of school and my student teaching still ahead of me, I have things yet to do and learn in order to run my own classroom, but even then I will need help and ALEX will definately be a source of support and knowledge for me. It is comforting knowing that lesson plans by successful and experienced teachers in whatever area needed are obtainable and when I have lesson plans that have been effective for me, I can upload them for others to try. If I don't find exactly what I am looking for, ALEX will provide other database searches and links to help me. As important as it is to stay abreast of current events, ALEX also keeps users informed of what is going on in the world, both in and outside of the classroom. I am quite certain I will be a frequent user of this informative website for Alabama educators.
alex
Alabama provides its educators with a vast amount of important information on the web. One such site is
http://www.alex.state.al.us., belonging to Alabama Learning Exchange (ALEX). On researching this site I found out that it is indeed a very helpful tool in many ways for successfully keeping teachers on the cutting edge of learning, obtaining and sharing knowledge with other educators.
Part of establishing an account with ALEX is to agree upon terms of a contract which states that the user will abide by basic rules of moral and lawful conduct while using this service. The site offers courses of study by grade level or keywords which allows the user access to their specific area of interest or concern. Web links, lesson plans, database searches and distance learning are some of the many highlights ALEX has to offer. This site is easily obtainable which will allow for efficiency which is essential for becoming a master in teaching.
http://www.alex.state.al.us., belonging to Alabama Learning Exchange (ALEX). On researching this site I found out that it is indeed a very helpful tool in many ways for successfully keeping teachers on the cutting edge of learning, obtaining and sharing knowledge with other educators.
Part of establishing an account with ALEX is to agree upon terms of a contract which states that the user will abide by basic rules of moral and lawful conduct while using this service. The site offers courses of study by grade level or keywords which allows the user access to their specific area of interest or concern. Web links, lesson plans, database searches and distance learning are some of the many highlights ALEX has to offer. This site is easily obtainable which will allow for efficiency which is essential for becoming a master in teaching.
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