What: This week in class we learned about tool of choice. I choose to do my tool of choice on a news article and a flyer.
Now What: Now that I know how easy it is to find a layout for news article I will use them more often. In the classroom there is always new things going on and it is important for the parent and children to be involved and know what is going on. This will be useful for me because it will be fast, get the job done and nice for the parents because they will know what is going on and be able to help their child.
So what: It is important to know how to find a layout, write an article and a newsarticle because these are things that are used all the time in the classroom. I loved that the layouts were so easy to find online, and they were free. It made the process very nice for me, the article looked good and was easy and fun to make!
Video Reflection: I really enjoyed this video. It reminded me of my childhood. I think this video would be great in the classroom because it gets the point across really well and it is fun. It was colorful and had a catchy song, I remember as a child memorising things through song and to this day many songs are still stuck with me! It is a great way for learing!
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Blog #8 (Video)
What: This week we were challenged to download an educational video using zamzar.
So what: I think it is important for teachers to know how to download videos and transform them into new files. With Zamzar I was allowed to transform my video onto MP3, ipod, ihome, and so many more options. It was nice because I not only could download it as a video but just as a voice recording. I won't lie I was very confused on how to find the URL of the transformed video, mine didn't have a URL so I tried downloading it in other forms and I still had no luck. But getting videos on the computer is great in the classroom, the children will be able to see/hear the information that I as a teacher intend for them to hear, I can edit if I want it to only be a podcast or I can take out the Internets site background by downloading it as a normal vidcast.
Now What: Now that I am learning more about videos and how to use them in the classroom I feel I can quickly get the information needed to teach a lesson and find different ways of showing it and teaching it to the children. Also I will be able to help the children to learn more about technology and help them learn how to access the video from home by only giving (or emailing) them the URL, this program is fast and efficient and seems to get the job done well!
Video Reflection: In the world today technology is always changing and improving, it seems to me that there is always something new and improved out. I think this video shows the expectations from technology in the future. It shows how much kids these days use technology and how times are changing. I think that in the future there will be lots of new advances in technology that possibly the generation today will be unfamiliar with. These kids are probably right about new technology such as, having a computer and cell phone in one, having finger print and identity on almost all technology, and so much more. Who knows what the future holds but I am sure that there will be lots more advances soon to come. I just hope that this electronics will not pull away from education. Technology can be a major distraction, it can also be easy access for cheating. There are endless possibilities on the Internet and children can get into trouble. Children need to be informed about things coming out and I feel they need to be monitored and only used at appropriate times. It would be a shame for something such as technology to take away the creative minds that kids naturally have, also the creative mind they are blessed with is a lot of what teaches them in life.
So what: I think it is important for teachers to know how to download videos and transform them into new files. With Zamzar I was allowed to transform my video onto MP3, ipod, ihome, and so many more options. It was nice because I not only could download it as a video but just as a voice recording. I won't lie I was very confused on how to find the URL of the transformed video, mine didn't have a URL so I tried downloading it in other forms and I still had no luck. But getting videos on the computer is great in the classroom, the children will be able to see/hear the information that I as a teacher intend for them to hear, I can edit if I want it to only be a podcast or I can take out the Internets site background by downloading it as a normal vidcast.
Now What: Now that I am learning more about videos and how to use them in the classroom I feel I can quickly get the information needed to teach a lesson and find different ways of showing it and teaching it to the children. Also I will be able to help the children to learn more about technology and help them learn how to access the video from home by only giving (or emailing) them the URL, this program is fast and efficient and seems to get the job done well!
Video Reflection: In the world today technology is always changing and improving, it seems to me that there is always something new and improved out. I think this video shows the expectations from technology in the future. It shows how much kids these days use technology and how times are changing. I think that in the future there will be lots of new advances in technology that possibly the generation today will be unfamiliar with. These kids are probably right about new technology such as, having a computer and cell phone in one, having finger print and identity on almost all technology, and so much more. Who knows what the future holds but I am sure that there will be lots more advances soon to come. I just hope that this electronics will not pull away from education. Technology can be a major distraction, it can also be easy access for cheating. There are endless possibilities on the Internet and children can get into trouble. Children need to be informed about things coming out and I feel they need to be monitored and only used at appropriate times. It would be a shame for something such as technology to take away the creative minds that kids naturally have, also the creative mind they are blessed with is a lot of what teaches them in life.
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Blog #9
What: This week in class we learned about vidcast, podcast, and stimulator's. We learned how to make our own and how to put them on the computer for use in our classrooms.
So What: Vidcast and Podcast are important in the classroom because they can serve great educational value. A lot of children learn visually, and a lot of children learn by doing hands on. With vidcast and podcast children can see educational films and hear educational songs, also as a teacher I can challenge them to make their own. Which is really fun for the children and they would be able to learn through experience. This will help the children stay up with some of the technology advancements and learning the core curriculum also.
Now What: Now that I know more about vidcast and podcast I think I will use it in my classroom, kids love visual aids and if I got the children involved in the video they would love it and also be learning in the process. There are games for kids that record their voice, to them it is a fun game. If I add educational requirements to their game they will not only be learning but having a great time! Stimulator's are also fun in the classroom, I remember playing games on the Internet as a child that involved stimulator's and they were tons of fun. The stimulator that Doc. Water showed in class served great educational value, and the children would love doing something like that on the computer. They could explore on their own, choosing what they want to explore and going at their own speed. This would be great for them because they could take their time and focus on their slower areas and speed through what they know, each child getting what they need.
Video Reflection: I liked this video, it shows the reasons why children should blog. I agree with the video, kids should blog so they can express themselves. It is a place where they can go whenever they want and say whatever they want. They open the doors to the world and can make connections around the globe. It is a safe way for children to interact and express themselves, it invites exitment and gives children a voice!
So What: Vidcast and Podcast are important in the classroom because they can serve great educational value. A lot of children learn visually, and a lot of children learn by doing hands on. With vidcast and podcast children can see educational films and hear educational songs, also as a teacher I can challenge them to make their own. Which is really fun for the children and they would be able to learn through experience. This will help the children stay up with some of the technology advancements and learning the core curriculum also.
Now What: Now that I know more about vidcast and podcast I think I will use it in my classroom, kids love visual aids and if I got the children involved in the video they would love it and also be learning in the process. There are games for kids that record their voice, to them it is a fun game. If I add educational requirements to their game they will not only be learning but having a great time! Stimulator's are also fun in the classroom, I remember playing games on the Internet as a child that involved stimulator's and they were tons of fun. The stimulator that Doc. Water showed in class served great educational value, and the children would love doing something like that on the computer. They could explore on their own, choosing what they want to explore and going at their own speed. This would be great for them because they could take their time and focus on their slower areas and speed through what they know, each child getting what they need.
Video Reflection: I liked this video, it shows the reasons why children should blog. I agree with the video, kids should blog so they can express themselves. It is a place where they can go whenever they want and say whatever they want. They open the doors to the world and can make connections around the globe. It is a safe way for children to interact and express themselves, it invites exitment and gives children a voice!
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Blog #8
What:
This week in class we worked on a group powerpoint project. Our group chose a topic, Geography and built a lesson on it using powerpoint.We also had to explain our work on powerpoint.
So What:
Powerpoint is important for me as a teacher because it is a fast easy way to teach a lesson using pictures and keeping the attention of the children. It is important to understand powerpoint so that I as a teacher can make it interesting. By writing down the steps in making a powerpoint I learn how to make the slides interesting while remembering how I did it. This way if I do something that I like and want to use again, I can just go back and look at my instructions and remember how I did it. It was also important to work with groups because we were able to combine ideas to come up with a creative lesson for the students. Our group came up with the idea of teaching geography and culture and comparing other countries to America. This way the children could relate what is common to what is new and make connections that will help them learn. Also our lesson plan was made fun using powerpoint activities, we used the idea of matching, this made our lesson a game and no one doesn't like a game! I hope that I can also use the creative lesson plans from the book to come up with creative lesson plans while using powerpoint!
Now what:
Now that I understand more of powerpoint and how to use it wiselt in a lesson I think I will use it often in the classroom so the children and me will both have the most rewarding learning experience. I will use my powerpoint instructions so that if I forget what I did later in life I can look back on how I came up with my powerpoint lesson and use it again to come up with another creative and fun way of teaching my students.
Video reflection:
I loved this video. The kid in the video has so much modivation and drive for life. At such a young age he is able to see the difference that he can make. I belive that everyone can make a difference, what that difference is depends on the person. It is important for not only children but people to know the affect children will have on our future, this kid shows that kids are smart and they are our future, so as adults we need to prepare the kids to the best of our ability to be the best they can be to be succesful and realise how important their succes is in life! As a teacher this is important because I have an important job in helping the children be aware of their influence and power they have in the future and helping them to have fun and enjoy becoming better human beings!
This week in class we worked on a group powerpoint project. Our group chose a topic, Geography and built a lesson on it using powerpoint.We also had to explain our work on powerpoint.
So What:
Powerpoint is important for me as a teacher because it is a fast easy way to teach a lesson using pictures and keeping the attention of the children. It is important to understand powerpoint so that I as a teacher can make it interesting. By writing down the steps in making a powerpoint I learn how to make the slides interesting while remembering how I did it. This way if I do something that I like and want to use again, I can just go back and look at my instructions and remember how I did it. It was also important to work with groups because we were able to combine ideas to come up with a creative lesson for the students. Our group came up with the idea of teaching geography and culture and comparing other countries to America. This way the children could relate what is common to what is new and make connections that will help them learn. Also our lesson plan was made fun using powerpoint activities, we used the idea of matching, this made our lesson a game and no one doesn't like a game! I hope that I can also use the creative lesson plans from the book to come up with creative lesson plans while using powerpoint!
Now what:
Now that I understand more of powerpoint and how to use it wiselt in a lesson I think I will use it often in the classroom so the children and me will both have the most rewarding learning experience. I will use my powerpoint instructions so that if I forget what I did later in life I can look back on how I came up with my powerpoint lesson and use it again to come up with another creative and fun way of teaching my students.
Video reflection:
I loved this video. The kid in the video has so much modivation and drive for life. At such a young age he is able to see the difference that he can make. I belive that everyone can make a difference, what that difference is depends on the person. It is important for not only children but people to know the affect children will have on our future, this kid shows that kids are smart and they are our future, so as adults we need to prepare the kids to the best of our ability to be the best they can be to be succesful and realise how important their succes is in life! As a teacher this is important because I have an important job in helping the children be aware of their influence and power they have in the future and helping them to have fun and enjoy becoming better human beings!
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Blog #7
What: This week you were out sick so we just worked with our group to finish our PowerPoint presentation on Digital Cameras.
So What: It was nice having time to work with my group so together we could decide how we wanted it all to work out, it was a little faster than it would have been if we would have done it from our homes, although it is nice doing it on our own time. It was important for us to have this time together because before this class our presentation was way too long and it was very dry. It helped to have all of our opinions there at the same time so everyone in our group was happy with it!
Now what: Now I will find time with my group to work with them on our presentation, even if it is just to do the final cleaning. I like working on my own time, but I also think it is good to get together before it is turned in to make sure everything looks good and everyone is satisfied with it.
Video Reflection: I liked this video. The funniest comedy is the kind that is partly true just not to that extent. Some people use the wrong font, too many animations, too bright of colors, etc on their PowerPoint and I will admit that I am guilty of a few of them. Some of them I use without noticing but definitely not to his extent. I liked this video because I notice it in PowerPoint's and this could be of help!
So What: It was nice having time to work with my group so together we could decide how we wanted it all to work out, it was a little faster than it would have been if we would have done it from our homes, although it is nice doing it on our own time. It was important for us to have this time together because before this class our presentation was way too long and it was very dry. It helped to have all of our opinions there at the same time so everyone in our group was happy with it!
Now what: Now I will find time with my group to work with them on our presentation, even if it is just to do the final cleaning. I like working on my own time, but I also think it is good to get together before it is turned in to make sure everything looks good and everyone is satisfied with it.
Video Reflection: I liked this video. The funniest comedy is the kind that is partly true just not to that extent. Some people use the wrong font, too many animations, too bright of colors, etc on their PowerPoint and I will admit that I am guilty of a few of them. Some of them I use without noticing but definitely not to his extent. I liked this video because I notice it in PowerPoint's and this could be of help!
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Blog #6 (Digital Cameras)
What: This week in class we learned the importance of digital cameras. We learned how to take pictures in a classroom setting and how to use them for learning. We also started a PowerPoint presentation using our pictures to teach a curriculum lesson in our groups.
So what: It is important to know how to use pictures for learning. A lot of students are visual learners and if a teacher knows how to use pictures to teach a lesson this will benefit them greatly. Also the mash up is a great idea for teaching, it allows the teacher to take multiple sources and put them into one for the effect they want. Teachers can use pictures for a lecture, for learning, for fun, etc. There are so many beneficial things that come from a picture, and it is perfect for learning and teaching!
Now what: Now I will take more pictures, while taking pictures for my groups' presentation I realised how much educational information can be in one picture. There is a famous quote "A picture is worth a thousand words" and I agree completely. I feel that if I take one picture, I could use it for multiple educational subjects as long as there is a good connection. I learned how easy it is to get pictures from the camera to the computer. This is nice for teachers because it saves them time and gets the job done! A mash up is also a great way to find only the information wanted and mix it into one, it is easy, fast, and fun and I will use it to better my lessons. Also taking pictures is really easy, so I figure that I will use it a lot because it is fun, easy, efficient, and fast!
Video Reflection: I really liked the mash up. Although I am not sure how they were able to mix all of the videos together I thought it was very clever and it made something that was possibly boring interesting by adding different videos and making it into one. I feel that if I knew how to make a mash up of videos this would help a lot in the classroom, I would be able to take only the small portion of information I wanted and add another portion from a different source into one, making it my own and only getting the information needed for the point I wanted to make. I also liked the David Letterman video, I found it really funny. The kind of funny that is only funny because it is mostly true. I am sure teachers get sick of their last names, regret not listening to their students when they have to go to the bathroom, use wipes more than they ever have before, spend so much time preparing and teaching the children that there is no time to take care of oneself by going to the gym, and etc.
So what: It is important to know how to use pictures for learning. A lot of students are visual learners and if a teacher knows how to use pictures to teach a lesson this will benefit them greatly. Also the mash up is a great idea for teaching, it allows the teacher to take multiple sources and put them into one for the effect they want. Teachers can use pictures for a lecture, for learning, for fun, etc. There are so many beneficial things that come from a picture, and it is perfect for learning and teaching!
Now what: Now I will take more pictures, while taking pictures for my groups' presentation I realised how much educational information can be in one picture. There is a famous quote "A picture is worth a thousand words" and I agree completely. I feel that if I take one picture, I could use it for multiple educational subjects as long as there is a good connection. I learned how easy it is to get pictures from the camera to the computer. This is nice for teachers because it saves them time and gets the job done! A mash up is also a great way to find only the information wanted and mix it into one, it is easy, fast, and fun and I will use it to better my lessons. Also taking pictures is really easy, so I figure that I will use it a lot because it is fun, easy, efficient, and fast!
Video Reflection: I really liked the mash up. Although I am not sure how they were able to mix all of the videos together I thought it was very clever and it made something that was possibly boring interesting by adding different videos and making it into one. I feel that if I knew how to make a mash up of videos this would help a lot in the classroom, I would be able to take only the small portion of information I wanted and add another portion from a different source into one, making it my own and only getting the information needed for the point I wanted to make. I also liked the David Letterman video, I found it really funny. The kind of funny that is only funny because it is mostly true. I am sure teachers get sick of their last names, regret not listening to their students when they have to go to the bathroom, use wipes more than they ever have before, spend so much time preparing and teaching the children that there is no time to take care of oneself by going to the gym, and etc.
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