Assignment#9

BLOG ASSIGNMENT # 5

Dr. McLeod-Its kind of hard to respond to this post without saying the same thing over and over again.I understand technology is the way, and that is the direction the world is shifting into. I responded to the post, and told him I enjoyed reading it.
iSchool initiative- This is a good idea,but how is the school system going to afford this? I have kids, and I can't afford to buy these new devices. Even if I could afford them, I know some parents that can't. The school system is already firing a lot of teachers, so I am just wondering. Also, what happens if the computer system shuts down? We are being told to due away with pencils, so do we rely totally on computers?
Eric Whitacre's Virtual Choir- Very Impressive! I know putting that video together took a lot of time and hard work.
Teaching in the 21st century- Kevin Roberts is right! Facts and knowledge are tools,and students need to know how apply them. He said, teaching should be relevant, I also agree with that.Students not only need entertainment,but need to be engaged.This was an effective video.
Reading Rockets-This site provides resources for students, teachers, principals and other professionals. This site has plenty material on reading comprehension and also podcasts and free reading guides. This site also provides suggestions for kids with reading disabilities.

BLOG ASSIGNMENT # 4

EDUCATIONAL PODCASTING-podcasts were normally use for audio use only, now they include still pictures and vidoes.Podcasts can be effective in class room settings, with the right material provided.Meaning,if the content of lesson can be conveyed through the device, than it is effective, but if material can not be conveyed through podcast, than that material is not effective.For an example, you would not want to teach math through a podcast.Some subjects require feedback from teachers,

LANGWITCHES- This was a great site.The way they used the podcast, was very effective.The kids enjoyed making the podcasts, and learned while they did it.This might be a way I would consider teaching to my kids.
CURRIKI-PODCAST COLLECTION- This site should have been first on the list, because this site actually shows you how to start your own podcast.Also this site provides the steps, when it comes to instructing the students,on how to start a podcast.This site has a link to youtube that displays the process to get it started.This site also, provides the name of the software you can download for free.This site has plenty material that would benefit me as a teacher, when using podcasts.

C4K ASSIGNMENT #1 & #2

The student I was assign to was Alisha and she talk about taking a trip to china, to see them dance in a dragon suite. I stated that I would like to visit an island and enjoy the food and scenery.

The second student I was assign to was Bailey,but there was no student by the name of Bailey on the site I was provided.Therefore, I commented on a student name George,and he wrote a blog "School is Hopeless". In the blog he talk about the routine of school is boring, but thanks to technology, school is more interesting.His blog was interesting and well written, and suggested he should write a book on that topic.

Project #6

BLOG ASSIGNMENT # 3

Technology in special education- Wow! That video was amazing! My little brother is in special education, and I was wondering ways I could help. After watching this video I have a new outlook on technology. I always though that technology was needed but was overly emphasized. The reason I thought this way was because the majority of people I know are stressing about money, but have these expensive technology devices, that they can't afford.But after seeing this video,and how it can be very helpful to my little brother,I now have a different perception.
I am going to research a little more and find programs that might be able to help my little brother.Finding ways to help my little brother will also help me with my future students.

APP for education- SHAPE-O ABC'S FOR I PHONE, this program encourages learning by doing, by integrating puzzles, shapes,colors,and sounds in to one program. This app has over 100 hundred activities. This is one way to make learning fun and effective.
GARY'S SOCIAL MEDIA COUNT-OK, my mind is still running,but this was interesting. I don't know if I should become a teacher or start my own business.There is opportunity all across the board. For teachers it is plane to see how to reach the next generation.This is not just exciting for the students, but also the teachers. Every day can be different in the terms of finding new ways to make learning, make sense to the students.
A VISION FOR THE STUDENTS TODAY- This video was eye opening and displayed some important facts. The more we stress education, the less it becomes important.The answer to everyone's problem is college. However, when I leave college I will be in debt. Am I promised a job? Education can mean a lot of things, not just the required materials we are mandated to learn.
Seek knowledge yes, but with all things get understanding.

C4T SUMMARY #1- Got a blog? Make a book?

The blog I was selected to read was about making a book out of blog posts. She believes books from blog posts are bettter than hard back books. The summary of my comment was encouraging her to stick to her vision,because of the demand for learning via the web.

The teacher I was assign to did not respond to my comment, nor did she have another post for me to comment on so I comment on one of the old ones she had. The title of the blog is GENERATION OF BLOGGERS, she talks about how long blogging has been around. She also had the opportunity to start a program with her two daughters who are also teachers. I just commended her on her passion for teaching and reaching the kids in different ways, and also stated that it must be wonderful to be able to work with her daughters.

BLOG ASSIGNMENT #2

DID YOU KNOW - BY JOHN STRANGE, I guess, I did not know.Seems to me, technology is taking over.Before this class, I did not spend much time on a computer. To become a teacher in this generation, I probably need to start. My question, is how can people afford all this technology, when were are suppose to be in a recession.Internet is not free, and if we can spend this much time and money on technology, than the numbers are not adding up. This year black Friday sales were through the roof, which means a lot of people sacrificed or we are not doing that bad financially as a country.That is what came to my mind after watching this video.

MR.WINKLE WAKES,Times are changing,but are they changing for the better? I think so, but the change is challenging the teachers to get out of the old tradition of how things use to be.However, the tradition is the foundation and this may change, but the blueprint should stay the same.Meaning we should build upon that, which has brought us this for,but modify to take us farther.
THE IMPORTANCE OF CREATIVITY, I like this video, I agree with him and he make a lot of good points.I do not agree with how the education system is set up. I am a physical education major and i am taking classes that are not related to my major, yet it is required. I will graduate and not have taken classes I would prefer to take to make me better at what I am trying to pursue
A VISION FOR THE 21st CENTURY LEARNING,Maybe education should be based on survival skills and understanding the importance of learning.I am a substitute teacher, and when I work at the schools, the kids are not interested in learning. They just wanna know how to survive. Some kids grow up in rough environments and everyday is a struggle to stay alive.I know this is a job for the parents and not the teachers,but what are the teachers responsibilities? That is to educate the youth for the future,but what if an education requirement for a student, is how can I stay alive? Do we meet that student needs?Or do we fail to educate that student?
HARNESS YOUR STUDENTS' DIGITAL SMARTS,I really don't have much to say about this video. This seems typical in the school setting today. Everyone is on media literacy, and think this is the way to go.Maybe it is, but I first have to step my game up on this subject,before I can speak for this or against this.The video displays ways to reach kids and to involve them in their own education and expanding their ability to interact with kids all across the world.