Saturday, November 8, 2008
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Journal 10
Shein, Esther (October 2008). Making History. The Journal, Retrieved November 3, 2008, from http://www.thejournal.com/articles/23394
This article promotes the use of technology in any project-based and collaborative activity that teachers want ti include in their instruction. Students are growing up with technology and is considered their “comfort zone,” which is directly linked with their learning style. Incorporating simulations enhances the learning of students by having hands-on experience in any content across the curriculum. My favorite quote in this article, "In 21st-century classrooms, using technology and analyzing and defending your position in front of a group and working cooperatively with others is where we're headed," perfectly describes or future classrooms. The softwares mentioned are available for teachers to take advantage to make instruction more effective.
Questions
What are some of the benefits of using technology for a collaborative activity? Technology-infused approach increases new levels of engagement and motivation. They also learned the ability to analyze, become creative, learn to work as a team, listen to other opinions, and problem solved.
What are some of the softwares mentioned in this article? One of the school districts subscribed to Discovery Education’s Streaming and Power Media Plus, which provide classroom access to audio files. Capsim Management Simulations was used for students to create their own multi million dollar company and eventually present their experiences and what they learned to class.
This article promotes the use of technology in any project-based and collaborative activity that teachers want ti include in their instruction. Students are growing up with technology and is considered their “comfort zone,” which is directly linked with their learning style. Incorporating simulations enhances the learning of students by having hands-on experience in any content across the curriculum. My favorite quote in this article, "In 21st-century classrooms, using technology and analyzing and defending your position in front of a group and working cooperatively with others is where we're headed," perfectly describes or future classrooms. The softwares mentioned are available for teachers to take advantage to make instruction more effective.
Questions
What are some of the benefits of using technology for a collaborative activity? Technology-infused approach increases new levels of engagement and motivation. They also learned the ability to analyze, become creative, learn to work as a team, listen to other opinions, and problem solved.
What are some of the softwares mentioned in this article? One of the school districts subscribed to Discovery Education’s Streaming and Power Media Plus, which provide classroom access to audio files. Capsim Management Simulations was used for students to create their own multi million dollar company and eventually present their experiences and what they learned to class.
Monday, November 3, 2008
Journal 9
Reynard, Ruth (October 2008). Avoiding the 5 most common mistakes in using bogs with Students. The Journal, Retrieved October 21, 2008, from http://www.thejournal.com/articles/23434
Implementing a tool of technology, which specifically mentioned in this article is the use of blogs in the classroom, must be incorporated correctly. Reynard discusses the most common mistakes that educators make in using blogs with students. This article is very valuable to up coming teachers because technology in the classroom is the future. This article stresses the importance of a clear context of how the instructor wants this tool to be used, otherwise students will not participate. The learning outcomes are just as important as the learning objectives of a lesson. Obtaining a clear understanding of the learning outcomes will benefit the students learning. Implementing blogs in the classroom will develop new skills and a higher learning through analysis, synthesis, new ideas, and applications. Blogs have been proven to be a crucial addition in the classroom.
Questions
What type of environment should blogs be used in? Blogs are intended to be used as a individual publication. Instructors comments must be supportive and constructive to keep students interest and participation.
What practices should be followed when grading blogs? Instructors must create clear rubrics so that students have a clear understanding of how their work is being evaluated. The assessments should include reflection statements, commentary statements, new idea statements, and application statements. Clear grading rubrics is crucial to students moving forward in their thinking, help them process to a higher level of understanding, and apply their learning to a practical context.
Implementing a tool of technology, which specifically mentioned in this article is the use of blogs in the classroom, must be incorporated correctly. Reynard discusses the most common mistakes that educators make in using blogs with students. This article is very valuable to up coming teachers because technology in the classroom is the future. This article stresses the importance of a clear context of how the instructor wants this tool to be used, otherwise students will not participate. The learning outcomes are just as important as the learning objectives of a lesson. Obtaining a clear understanding of the learning outcomes will benefit the students learning. Implementing blogs in the classroom will develop new skills and a higher learning through analysis, synthesis, new ideas, and applications. Blogs have been proven to be a crucial addition in the classroom.
Questions
What type of environment should blogs be used in? Blogs are intended to be used as a individual publication. Instructors comments must be supportive and constructive to keep students interest and participation.
What practices should be followed when grading blogs? Instructors must create clear rubrics so that students have a clear understanding of how their work is being evaluated. The assessments should include reflection statements, commentary statements, new idea statements, and application statements. Clear grading rubrics is crucial to students moving forward in their thinking, help them process to a higher level of understanding, and apply their learning to a practical context.
Journal 8
Curtis , Diane (2002, November 1). A '"Fantastic Super" Use of Technology: Closing the Digital Divide. Edutopia, Retrieved October 11, 2008, from: http://www.edutopia.org/fantastic-super-use-technology
This article stresses the importance of communication and involvement within the school system. Opening up life lines to students, parents, and the community create a classroom community with constant support. Scrogg’s leaves no room for excuses for no parent involvement. The parents at this school participate in fundraising and volunteer in the class. The program and curriculum implemented at this school incorporates the advantages of technology immersion. This program has proven to be successful with everyone in the school system and the community. Some of the benefits of this program for teachers are less paper work and more support from parents and administration. Overall, Scrogg’s has implemented a program that includes everyone.
Questions
What are the benefits of the teachers having their own web page? The main advantage of these web pages are to keep students and parents informed. This web page provides weekly newsletters that can be used to announce up coming events, awards, and various functions. This is also a great forum to post students work for immediate feedback or praise. The teacher can also make the page personal and opportunity for students and parents to get to know them.
How does Scrogg’s support treating teachers as professionals? Teachers are given lots of verbal support and allow them to voice their opinions on future hires. The offices are also set up near their classrooms with all the tools needed to be a success in the classroom. Collaboration amongst teachers is also encouraged.
This article stresses the importance of communication and involvement within the school system. Opening up life lines to students, parents, and the community create a classroom community with constant support. Scrogg’s leaves no room for excuses for no parent involvement. The parents at this school participate in fundraising and volunteer in the class. The program and curriculum implemented at this school incorporates the advantages of technology immersion. This program has proven to be successful with everyone in the school system and the community. Some of the benefits of this program for teachers are less paper work and more support from parents and administration. Overall, Scrogg’s has implemented a program that includes everyone.
Questions
What are the benefits of the teachers having their own web page? The main advantage of these web pages are to keep students and parents informed. This web page provides weekly newsletters that can be used to announce up coming events, awards, and various functions. This is also a great forum to post students work for immediate feedback or praise. The teacher can also make the page personal and opportunity for students and parents to get to know them.
How does Scrogg’s support treating teachers as professionals? Teachers are given lots of verbal support and allow them to voice their opinions on future hires. The offices are also set up near their classrooms with all the tools needed to be a success in the classroom. Collaboration amongst teachers is also encouraged.
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Journal 7: Wiki's
Technology is defined as the branch of knowledge that deals with the creation and use of technological means and their correlation with life, society, and the environment. It is also considered a process, invention, method, or an area of interest. The technology I learned about using the website Web 2.0 (http://www.classroom20.com/forum/topic/listForTag?tag=wikis) is “wikis.” Wiki’s are collaborative websites that users can easily modify, edit, or delete content via email. The threads of discussion on this particular use of technology were how to use wikis to teach writing. Numerous educators collaborated on how they implemented wikis to support writing by creating discussion forums that students could use to discuss debatable issues in preparation for persuasive essays. Another wiki immersion experience was having students post their journals assigned on various aspects of the classroom and begin a dialogue for response on the journals. My favorite discussion was incorporating a parent wiki, so parents can remain informed and support classroom community. The multiple discussions on the use of wiki’s in the classroom is useful tool for future educators because it is a beneficial resource for ideas on how to immerse students into technology.
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Journal 6
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!Movie Software Evaluation
In Ed422B, I was introduced the imovie software for the first time. The capabilities and the possibilities of this software are endless. Considering that we were taught numerous functions of the imovie, it was difficult for me to comprehend everything at once. I required teacher assistance quite often. Some aspects of the program came easer than others, but would definitely learn the more difficult aspects over time and experience. I believe students would definitely enjoy and benefit from using this software.
There are multiple ways that I could incorporate this software into my classroom. This software can be integrated into the literature to have students create different genre stories and make them in to a movie. As a teacher, I can create a video yearbook to hand out at the end of the year. This program can be used in conducting science experiments by us it to document visual data. This software can be incorporated across the curriculum.
I regret not using Atomic learning to have a better understanding of this software. I learned the software from asking the teacher, watching my peers, and exploring the software. The concept of a video tutorial on the vast world of technology software will benefit me as a teacher.
Inspiration Software Evaluation
In Ed422B, I was introduced to the inspiration software for the first time. This program is very easy to use and follow. The students would definitely enjoy using this software will reading or doing research. It is a great tool to organize thoughts and new concepts.
I would incorporate this software in language arts by having students sequence events or have character maps. This software would also be beneficial in science to create concept maps. This tool is great way for students to become familiar with organization.
Again, I did not use atomic learning to become familiar with Inspiration. I learned the program from exploration of the software. I also got ideas from a previous example of a concept map that was created through Inspiration.
Monday, October 6, 2008
Journal 5
Christensen, C., & Horn, M. (2008, August/September). Disrupting class: Student-centric education is the future. Retrieved October 8, 2008, from Edutopia Web site: http://www.edutopia.org/student-centric-education-technology
According to the article “ Disrupting Class; Student-Centric Education Is the Future,” written by Clayton M Chritensen, a classroom is described as being conducted using mostly technology. This article portrays a scenario that would require less class time and less teacher instruction. Implementing technology is an important factor as long as it is implemented correctly. Having the ability to teach every student at the same time using software specifically geared for that student’s way of learning would be amazing, but what would be the teacher’s role. According to the article, teachers would be considered to be monitors and can offer assistance when needed. Technology should be implemented as an extension of learning but not as an entire form of education.
Questions
1. Who would mostly benefit from this type of teaching?
Students with disabilities, special needs, and English language learners would benefit from this technology the most because the software would specifically format for their type of learning. Also, this is an excellent way to get parents involved in understanding what their children are learning. If a child were struggling with a certain content area or concept, the parent would be able to assist her child at home by locating helpful software.
2. Do you believe the classrooms need to be transformed?
I believe that various school districts need to obtain more computers to be put in the classroom, so technology can be implemented. Technology has been created to educate our children in a more student-centered fashion, but the schools have not been given the opportunity to use this technology.
According to the article “ Disrupting Class; Student-Centric Education Is the Future,” written by Clayton M Chritensen, a classroom is described as being conducted using mostly technology. This article portrays a scenario that would require less class time and less teacher instruction. Implementing technology is an important factor as long as it is implemented correctly. Having the ability to teach every student at the same time using software specifically geared for that student’s way of learning would be amazing, but what would be the teacher’s role. According to the article, teachers would be considered to be monitors and can offer assistance when needed. Technology should be implemented as an extension of learning but not as an entire form of education.
Questions
1. Who would mostly benefit from this type of teaching?
Students with disabilities, special needs, and English language learners would benefit from this technology the most because the software would specifically format for their type of learning. Also, this is an excellent way to get parents involved in understanding what their children are learning. If a child were struggling with a certain content area or concept, the parent would be able to assist her child at home by locating helpful software.
2. Do you believe the classrooms need to be transformed?
I believe that various school districts need to obtain more computers to be put in the classroom, so technology can be implemented. Technology has been created to educate our children in a more student-centered fashion, but the schools have not been given the opportunity to use this technology.
Journal 4
Villano, M (2008, September). Text unto others . . . as you would have them text unto you. Retrieved October 8, 2008, from T.H.E. Journal Web site: http://www.thejournal.com/articles/23225_6
In response to the article “Text Unto Others…As You Would Have Them Text Unto You,” written by Matt Villano voices the opinions of creating a safe community of technology. There are many privacy issues that students are faced with and it is our responsibility as teachers as well as parents to keep or students informed on these issues. Students need to understand that once something is posted on the Internet is available for the whole world to see and even copy and make it their own. Also, the issue of downloading music without permission is considered stealing and an action of breaking the law. It’s important for students to understand the nine themes that are required to maintain a good digital citizenship.
Questions
1. What are some things teachers can do to ensure their students are following good digital citizenship?
Teachers can model the proper way to construct an email, and then have students email each other, and print out the emails to show the teacher. Providing real life examples for the dangers of not adhering to the rules of technology would benefit them with their decision-making.
2. What are some things the district can do to ensure the students and parents are aware of these issues of technology?
The article suggested having “cyber nights” to keep students informed on the dangers that exist in the cyber world. Educated parents will help protect their children and encourage proper etiquette in the world of technology.
In response to the article “Text Unto Others…As You Would Have Them Text Unto You,” written by Matt Villano voices the opinions of creating a safe community of technology. There are many privacy issues that students are faced with and it is our responsibility as teachers as well as parents to keep or students informed on these issues. Students need to understand that once something is posted on the Internet is available for the whole world to see and even copy and make it their own. Also, the issue of downloading music without permission is considered stealing and an action of breaking the law. It’s important for students to understand the nine themes that are required to maintain a good digital citizenship.
Questions
1. What are some things teachers can do to ensure their students are following good digital citizenship?
Teachers can model the proper way to construct an email, and then have students email each other, and print out the emails to show the teacher. Providing real life examples for the dangers of not adhering to the rules of technology would benefit them with their decision-making.
2. What are some things the district can do to ensure the students and parents are aware of these issues of technology?
The article suggested having “cyber nights” to keep students informed on the dangers that exist in the cyber world. Educated parents will help protect their children and encourage proper etiquette in the world of technology.
Journal 3
Greenhow, C. (2008).Who are today's learners?. Learning & Leading with Technology. 36, 16-17.
After reading, “Who Are Today’s Learners,” written by Christine Greenhow, I have come in the realization that many teachers stereotype their students based on backgrounds and socioeconomic status. This particular article focuses on technology and how students take advantage of it. Numerous teachers make the mistake of assuming that not all students have access to a computer, so they do not integrate technology into their lesson plans. Technology can be implemented across the curriculum to enhance academic learning and the advanced learning of technology. In today’s society technology is a very popular domain of our everyday life. The article brought up an excellent suggestion, that by simply conducting a survey on the first day of class would inform the teacher about her student’s knowledge of technology and how they interact with it. Students reported often use of Internet, email, and cell phone on an everyday basis. Students are aware of the basics of technology and it is our job to extend on that knowledge. Most students enjoy using computers, so by implementing them into the curriculum will engage them in that particular lesson. My incorporating something that they do in everyday life will engage them. Expanding on their knowledge will also prepare them for outside world that relies on technology to function.
Questions
1. What are the two assumptions that new and veteran teachers make about students?
The assumptions teachers make are that students are computer savvy, which intimidates teachers, and that students from low-income backgrounds are technologically improvised.
2. Why do students want to incorporate mobile computing and the web into the classrooms?
They feel that it would make school correlate with careers and future workplaces that will arise in their future.
After reading, “Who Are Today’s Learners,” written by Christine Greenhow, I have come in the realization that many teachers stereotype their students based on backgrounds and socioeconomic status. This particular article focuses on technology and how students take advantage of it. Numerous teachers make the mistake of assuming that not all students have access to a computer, so they do not integrate technology into their lesson plans. Technology can be implemented across the curriculum to enhance academic learning and the advanced learning of technology. In today’s society technology is a very popular domain of our everyday life. The article brought up an excellent suggestion, that by simply conducting a survey on the first day of class would inform the teacher about her student’s knowledge of technology and how they interact with it. Students reported often use of Internet, email, and cell phone on an everyday basis. Students are aware of the basics of technology and it is our job to extend on that knowledge. Most students enjoy using computers, so by implementing them into the curriculum will engage them in that particular lesson. My incorporating something that they do in everyday life will engage them. Expanding on their knowledge will also prepare them for outside world that relies on technology to function.
Questions
1. What are the two assumptions that new and veteran teachers make about students?
The assumptions teachers make are that students are computer savvy, which intimidates teachers, and that students from low-income backgrounds are technologically improvised.
2. Why do students want to incorporate mobile computing and the web into the classrooms?
They feel that it would make school correlate with careers and future workplaces that will arise in their future.
Journal 2
Groff, J., & Haas, J. (2008). Web 2.0: Today's technologies, tomorrow's learning. Learning & Leading with Technology. 36, 12-15.
The article “WEB 2.0 Today’s Technologies, Tomorrow’s Learning,” written by Jennifer Groff and Jason Haas, argues that incorporating social networking, simulations, and digital gaming into the classroom will promote better learning based on research and experiences of other teachers. These teachers believe that social networking allows students the opportunity to communicate and create a community of learners, which is very important in today’s classroom. They have also found that by using simulations gives students a hands-on experience of certain situations, such as, the functions of the human body. Digital gaming influences problem solving and interact with real life scenarios. These methods of teaching have proven to be successful and engage students in learning.
Questions
1. What are some strategies for success to help teachers become aware and informed on theses methods of technology?
Three suggestions from the article are exploring, partnering up with a colleague, and other additional support. Exploring and spending time with these technologies will help teachers become familiar and help find ways of how they might benefit with a specific lesson. Partnering up with a colleague will help with sharing of ideas and learn from each other. Additional support is communicating with technologist at your school and finding resources on the web.
2. What are some of the benefits of using digital gaming?
Digital gaming requires thinking skills, such as, weighing evidence, analyzing situations, and decision-making skills. Gaming also sets up a real life stage for experimental learning.
The article “WEB 2.0 Today’s Technologies, Tomorrow’s Learning,” written by Jennifer Groff and Jason Haas, argues that incorporating social networking, simulations, and digital gaming into the classroom will promote better learning based on research and experiences of other teachers. These teachers believe that social networking allows students the opportunity to communicate and create a community of learners, which is very important in today’s classroom. They have also found that by using simulations gives students a hands-on experience of certain situations, such as, the functions of the human body. Digital gaming influences problem solving and interact with real life scenarios. These methods of teaching have proven to be successful and engage students in learning.
Questions
1. What are some strategies for success to help teachers become aware and informed on theses methods of technology?
Three suggestions from the article are exploring, partnering up with a colleague, and other additional support. Exploring and spending time with these technologies will help teachers become familiar and help find ways of how they might benefit with a specific lesson. Partnering up with a colleague will help with sharing of ideas and learn from each other. Additional support is communicating with technologist at your school and finding resources on the web.
2. What are some of the benefits of using digital gaming?
Digital gaming requires thinking skills, such as, weighing evidence, analyzing situations, and decision-making skills. Gaming also sets up a real life stage for experimental learning.
Friday, September 12, 2008
Introducing Sarah
My name is Sarah. I was born and raised in San Diego. I attended elementary school at Walker and Wangenheim for middle school in Mira Mesa. I graduated in the year of 2000 from Scripps Ranch High School. Immediately after high school I began the long road of college, which began at Miramar Community College as a part time student. I finally arrived at Cal State San Marcos in spring 2007 and joined the integrated credential program (ICP). The end of the road will soon come to an end in May 2009, when I finally graduate!!!!!!
My past experiences with technology are limited, but I enter this course with great interest. I have been a PC person for a long time until I met my first Mac and fell in love and have been inseparable ever since. I definitely depend on technology on a daily basis, whether I am at work, school, or home. I work at a grocery store, which solely relies on technology to run effectively. In school, I am constantly working with the internet for email and research. At home I really enjoy online shopping. The version of office that I have access to is 2003 on my Mac and office 2007 on my PC.
According to the college of education (COE) mission statement, CSUSM is preparing students with the tools needed to become well rounded teachers. Two parts of the statement that speak to me are diversity and student-centered education. As future teachers we are responsible for teaching a well balanced curriculum to reach ALL students. Ensuring a student-centered classroom requires creating a community of learners.
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