The Benefits of Podcasting in the Classroom by Joe Dale
This video helped me to understand pod casting a lot. I would love to use this to challenge creativity. I think students should be allowed to be creative. As they are learning and experimenting, they realize it is fun. Students who miss school, would now have access to there work via pod cast. I like this video and it was very helpful.
Judy Scharf Podcast Collection
This is very organized. It is easy to work through. Podcasting does not seem too complicated when I reviewed this page. Judy Scharf has everything readily available. I recommend anyone who is having trouble with pod cast, to check this out. I will defiantly keep this site handy for future references.
100 Ways to Use Your iPod to Learn and Study Better
I will be the first to admit, I had no clue an ipod could be used so many different ways. I will share this information with my daughter. She has an ipod but only uses it to listen to music. She is going to love this. There are so many helpful downloads. It also seems to have countless learning abilities. I think I am going to print this list out. This way I will have it handy when I need it.
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Blog Post 4
1. Don't Teach Your Kids This Stuff. Please?
Dr. McLeod hit the nail on the head with this one. How will children flourish in the school, work, even future without learning the technology that available? Sure, there are dangers in it but, it is everywhere. If parents and teachers monitor the children, there should be no concern. Let them be creative and explore. Porn and sexting are bad but so is drugs and alcohol. If we teach the children the safe way to do things, some of these things can be avoided. Sometimes I think we should put a little more faith in our kids. Technology is not bad; it is the people who make it that way. Scott McLeod, J.D., Ph.D., is a educator. He primary focus is to ensure the school system is ready for what is starting to happen in the technology world.2. The iSchool Initiative (5:42)
I like the video. It is true of the technology we have and what is to come. I think students will be likely to study through ischool than with books. Students are so into to the technology world, it would only make thinks better. Parents would enjoy the access to email and getting in touch with teachers at their fingertips. As a parent, I would love to touch a screen to find out about attendance and events. It is always a plus to save money and our economy. If you compare buying textbooks to downloading them, I choose to download. At least the students would be less likely to loose it. All the paper and ink that is saved would be an extra bonus.
3. Watch The Lost Generation. (1:44)
I do not think any generation is lost. It is what the people of the generation make it. The video is awesome and so true. All things said can be reversed. People should not settle for what others think of the future. I hope we never have an era that feels that work is more important than children are. Kudos to the maker of this video. It was well done and an eye opener.
4. Eric Whitacre’s Virtual Choir (6:20)
I am without a doubt amazed now. There is so much technology out there and the uses are endless. This is amazing.
Dr. McLeod hit the nail on the head with this one. How will children flourish in the school, work, even future without learning the technology that available? Sure, there are dangers in it but, it is everywhere. If parents and teachers monitor the children, there should be no concern. Let them be creative and explore. Porn and sexting are bad but so is drugs and alcohol. If we teach the children the safe way to do things, some of these things can be avoided. Sometimes I think we should put a little more faith in our kids. Technology is not bad; it is the people who make it that way. Scott McLeod, J.D., Ph.D., is a educator. He primary focus is to ensure the school system is ready for what is starting to happen in the technology world.2. The iSchool Initiative (5:42)
I like the video. It is true of the technology we have and what is to come. I think students will be likely to study through ischool than with books. Students are so into to the technology world, it would only make thinks better. Parents would enjoy the access to email and getting in touch with teachers at their fingertips. As a parent, I would love to touch a screen to find out about attendance and events. It is always a plus to save money and our economy. If you compare buying textbooks to downloading them, I choose to download. At least the students would be less likely to loose it. All the paper and ink that is saved would be an extra bonus.
3. Watch The Lost Generation. (1:44)
I do not think any generation is lost. It is what the people of the generation make it. The video is awesome and so true. All things said can be reversed. People should not settle for what others think of the future. I hope we never have an era that feels that work is more important than children are. Kudos to the maker of this video. It was well done and an eye opener.
4. Eric Whitacre’s Virtual Choir (6:20)
I am without a doubt amazed now. There is so much technology out there and the uses are endless. This is amazing.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Additional Assignment #1
Until this assignment, I have never heard of either Google Squared or Wolfram Alpha. I enjoyed working on both. In fact, I am looking forward to showing my children how to use them. Google Squared allows people to square anything. It also lets people add or delete whatever they wish. Google Squared is easier to read and would be a great way for any age person to look up things. Wolfram Alpha seems a little too advanced for younger children, but ideal for high school age children. I think either one would be wonderful for fun or educational purposes. My opinion of the Did You Know assignment has not altered. I understand more about compared different things for statistics. If I compared my hometown (Fruitdale, AL.) with Mobile, AL. of course it would be a big difference. The schools, population, stores, etc. are all different.
Food for thought: Never underestimate the brain of a child, or the "magic" in technology.
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Food for thought: Never underestimate the brain of a child, or the "magic" in technology.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Blog Post 3
1. Michael Wesch: A Vision of Students Today (4:45)
When I first started college, all the students overwhelmed me. Of course, I have been out of school for many years. I am presently taking at class that has over 100 students. I know I have teachers who do not know my name. I feel like I am not as educated as some of the younger students, as far as technology. I am working on that and I enjoy learning about all the different things that is out there. I would like to say that I cannot remember a time that I got 7 hours of sleep. As for myself, I use my time studying when I am not in class. I know several students who goof off on their laptops during class, and one day I think they will regret it.
2. "It's Not About the Technology" by Kelly Hines
I can relate to what Ms. Hines is saying. When teachers are learning, they are more equipped to teach the students. Technology is a fast growing thing in today’s society. I know of schools that have computers, and all the students are focused on is how they can get on facebook, etc. I think it is great for the students learn how computers and different tools work. Some teachers use the tools as “babysitters”. In this case, the students usually end up teaching themselves. Technology may be evolving, but the way we teach about technology is nothing new. When we teach about planets, math, or anything else, it is still the same principal.
3. Karl Fisch: Is It Okay to Be A Technologically Illiterate Teacher?
I realize that teachers have a lot on their plate. Being a teacher is like being a parent, even when you’re off work you still have things to do. In my opinion, it is a teacher’s responsibility to make sure they know what to teach students. I agree with Mr. Fisch. How will we be able to teach students in ten years, if we have no clue what we are teaching. Rather teachers like it or not technology is here and it is progresses fast. It is just one of those things that we have to do. I do not think that everyone has a problem with learning all the high tech things we have today. As our world changes we (teachers, students, people) must change with it.
Amazing! Although I know these things are happening, I never really thought about putting numbers to it. As a future teacher, I want to be prepared to teach my students about all the new technology. Most children probably will know how to use these before the adults. It is exciting to be a part of such an astonishing change in our world. The social count is great and really helps put things into perspective. http://www.personalizemedia.com/garys-social-media-count/
4. Gary Hayes Social Media Counthttp://thefischbowl.blogspot.com/2007/09/is-it-okay-to-be-technologically.html
When I first started college, all the students overwhelmed me. Of course, I have been out of school for many years. I am presently taking at class that has over 100 students. I know I have teachers who do not know my name. I feel like I am not as educated as some of the younger students, as far as technology. I am working on that and I enjoy learning about all the different things that is out there. I would like to say that I cannot remember a time that I got 7 hours of sleep. As for myself, I use my time studying when I am not in class. I know several students who goof off on their laptops during class, and one day I think they will regret it.
2. "It's Not About the Technology" by Kelly Hines
I can relate to what Ms. Hines is saying. When teachers are learning, they are more equipped to teach the students. Technology is a fast growing thing in today’s society. I know of schools that have computers, and all the students are focused on is how they can get on facebook, etc. I think it is great for the students learn how computers and different tools work. Some teachers use the tools as “babysitters”. In this case, the students usually end up teaching themselves. Technology may be evolving, but the way we teach about technology is nothing new. When we teach about planets, math, or anything else, it is still the same principal.
3. Karl Fisch: Is It Okay to Be A Technologically Illiterate Teacher?
I realize that teachers have a lot on their plate. Being a teacher is like being a parent, even when you’re off work you still have things to do. In my opinion, it is a teacher’s responsibility to make sure they know what to teach students. I agree with Mr. Fisch. How will we be able to teach students in ten years, if we have no clue what we are teaching. Rather teachers like it or not technology is here and it is progresses fast. It is just one of those things that we have to do. I do not think that everyone has a problem with learning all the high tech things we have today. As our world changes we (teachers, students, people) must change with it.
Amazing! Although I know these things are happening, I never really thought about putting numbers to it. As a future teacher, I want to be prepared to teach my students about all the new technology. Most children probably will know how to use these before the adults. It is exciting to be a part of such an astonishing change in our world. The social count is great and really helps put things into perspective. http://www.personalizemedia.com/garys-social-media-count/
4. Gary Hayes Social Media Counthttp://thefischbowl.blogspot.com/2007/09/is-it-okay-to-be-technologically.html
Sunday, September 12, 2010
C4T SUMMARY POST TEACHER #1
My first comment was on a post called Dream (Tweet) Team by Mr. Jabiz Raisdana.
http://www.jabizraisdana.com/blog/2010/08/dream-tweet-team/#comments
He made some very great points about teachers who tweet or blog. Should this be the start of a new decade. Progressively so. He questions rather or not tweeting teachers has any correlations with a school’s success. Tweeting for educational purposes are great. It keeps schools, teachers, and students connected. I have a few of my teachers as friends on face book. It is useful for them to let me know if there is a change in things. I think this is a wonderful idea as a parent and a future teacher.
My second comment was on a post called School Should Not Be Considered Work.
http://www.jabizraisdana.com/blog/2010/08/school-should-not-be-considered-work/#comments
It is a always great to have an open relationship with teachers. This way a student can ask questions and feel comfortable doing so. Learning should be fun. Students should be open to be creative. I think it is a little old fashion to be trapped in a classroom without letting your creativity flow.
http://www.jabizraisdana.com/blog/2010/08/dream-tweet-team/#comments
He made some very great points about teachers who tweet or blog. Should this be the start of a new decade. Progressively so. He questions rather or not tweeting teachers has any correlations with a school’s success. Tweeting for educational purposes are great. It keeps schools, teachers, and students connected. I have a few of my teachers as friends on face book. It is useful for them to let me know if there is a change in things. I think this is a wonderful idea as a parent and a future teacher.
My second comment was on a post called School Should Not Be Considered Work.
http://www.jabizraisdana.com/blog/2010/08/school-should-not-be-considered-work/#comments
It is a always great to have an open relationship with teachers. This way a student can ask questions and feel comfortable doing so. Learning should be fun. Students should be open to be creative. I think it is a little old fashion to be trapped in a classroom without letting your creativity flow.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Blog Assignment 2
1. Did You Know 3.0 by Karl Fisch
All I can say is Wow. These are astonishing facts! They are also a bit scary. Does this mean that with time, technology will rule our World? Will humans no longer need to think for themselves? I am amazed a the numbers of people we can reach through computers, etc. I am also thankful for the technology we have in today's society but when is enough really enough? We can learn so much and we are now capable of having the World in our hands.
At some point we will have to think for ourselves. If we totally rely on the computer, ipod, texts, etc. We will never challenge our own minds. I watch my teenagers text and always wonder, how this will affect their speaking skills. It's like they can text a person all day but, if they were in the same room with them they would be at a lose of words. I understand why we need technology to help us but, there has to be some sort of balance.
2. Mr. Winkle Wakes by Mathew Needleman
I see how the World changed after 100 years for Mr. Winkle. On the other hand I think he would see more new things in the school. Schools are not the same as they were 100 years. They are not the same as they were when I was in school (many years ago). The video is an eye opener as far as how much we depend on technology. I think many times we take these things for granted. Our hospitals, for instance are almost entirely computerized. This helps save a lot of lives, where as years ago many lives were lost.
I am sure if we went to sleep now and woke up in 100 years, we would be beside our selves. The way our World and technology are growing, our whole outlook will be changed in 5 to 10 years. It's great to have technology in our schools. If the children do not learn through technology, they will not be able to survive in this World.
3. Sir Ken Robinson: The Importance of Creativity
Sir Ken Robinson has some very interesting points. Since all children are different, they will all learn different. It does seem that sometimes children are limited to the ways they can learn. In some schools, teachers do not want to allow creativity. How can we teach a student to explore if we limit their abilities? Children do not want to be bored in class that will not spark an interest. They should be able to explore the possibilities.
When my children come home with homework, I always allow them to have fun learning. One of my daughters always has to have music on to concentrate. Yes, I know to some it sounds ridiculous. To me, I understand because I am the same way. I cannot study in quietness. Maybe it has something to do with having a big family. I do not know. Children should be encouraged to sing, dance, paint, and take things apart, whatever it takes. Who knows you just may be teaching the next Picasso. It is not fair to limit a child with learning. The only way some children may catch on is by their on style of learning and then others by learn from watching them.
4.Vicki Davis: Harness Your Students' Digital Smarts
I love this video. Vicki Davis has awesome teaching/learning skills. I believe what she is doing is imperative to students today. The students seem to enjoy it and they are learning as they have fun. Isn't that what it's all about. Like I said before our children have to be able to understand and use technology in the World today.
I am glad she is getting this program out there and maybe it will reach other places as well. Students need this. I love to see children involved and having fun. As a mother of teenagers, I assure you they would have a blast in this class room.
All I can say is Wow. These are astonishing facts! They are also a bit scary. Does this mean that with time, technology will rule our World? Will humans no longer need to think for themselves? I am amazed a the numbers of people we can reach through computers, etc. I am also thankful for the technology we have in today's society but when is enough really enough? We can learn so much and we are now capable of having the World in our hands.
At some point we will have to think for ourselves. If we totally rely on the computer, ipod, texts, etc. We will never challenge our own minds. I watch my teenagers text and always wonder, how this will affect their speaking skills. It's like they can text a person all day but, if they were in the same room with them they would be at a lose of words. I understand why we need technology to help us but, there has to be some sort of balance.
2. Mr. Winkle Wakes by Mathew Needleman
I see how the World changed after 100 years for Mr. Winkle. On the other hand I think he would see more new things in the school. Schools are not the same as they were 100 years. They are not the same as they were when I was in school (many years ago). The video is an eye opener as far as how much we depend on technology. I think many times we take these things for granted. Our hospitals, for instance are almost entirely computerized. This helps save a lot of lives, where as years ago many lives were lost.
I am sure if we went to sleep now and woke up in 100 years, we would be beside our selves. The way our World and technology are growing, our whole outlook will be changed in 5 to 10 years. It's great to have technology in our schools. If the children do not learn through technology, they will not be able to survive in this World.
3. Sir Ken Robinson: The Importance of Creativity
Sir Ken Robinson has some very interesting points. Since all children are different, they will all learn different. It does seem that sometimes children are limited to the ways they can learn. In some schools, teachers do not want to allow creativity. How can we teach a student to explore if we limit their abilities? Children do not want to be bored in class that will not spark an interest. They should be able to explore the possibilities.
When my children come home with homework, I always allow them to have fun learning. One of my daughters always has to have music on to concentrate. Yes, I know to some it sounds ridiculous. To me, I understand because I am the same way. I cannot study in quietness. Maybe it has something to do with having a big family. I do not know. Children should be encouraged to sing, dance, paint, and take things apart, whatever it takes. Who knows you just may be teaching the next Picasso. It is not fair to limit a child with learning. The only way some children may catch on is by their on style of learning and then others by learn from watching them.
4.Vicki Davis: Harness Your Students' Digital Smarts
I love this video. Vicki Davis has awesome teaching/learning skills. I believe what she is doing is imperative to students today. The students seem to enjoy it and they are learning as they have fun. Isn't that what it's all about. Like I said before our children have to be able to understand and use technology in the World today.
I am glad she is getting this program out there and maybe it will reach other places as well. Students need this. I love to see children involved and having fun. As a mother of teenagers, I assure you they would have a blast in this class room.
Saturday, September 4, 2010
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