It is crazy that 2009-2010 school year is at an end. I have learned so much in the classes I have taken. I feel truly blessed for the wisdom I have gained from peers, and teachers. I have learned so much in this class also. I learned how to comfortably manquere around on the Smart Board. My cooperating teacher has a Smart Board in her classroom, I will definitely use it! I also have really enjoyed learning about all the free tools/ resources online. I have also utilized the site Diigo to do my social bookmarking for this class along with my visual art/ and math method classes. I will continue to use the knowledge to learn more about the latest technology that is available. I will try to update my blog periodically to let fellow peers see what is happening in the class room I student teach in.
For my Nets for teachers I focused on
1) Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity
During the course, I tried to use the Smart Board or other form of technology in my other classes. I tried to use it in a way that would impact students and spark interest in subject matter. In my final project for example, I used Youtube, Smart Board, google images, and google maps to present my lesson. I tried to show students how/ what screen printing was through the artist Andy Warhol. I used his pictures to show how one could be created. I also showed a video that showed "how to make" screen prints on t-shirts.
5) I also focused on Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership-
Throughout this semester, I tried to be more outgoing in my classes. I tend to observe instead of actively participate, and this semester I tried to help lead discussions. I found that I have gotten much more out of classes that I try to participate in on a regular basis. Both NET goals will be something I will be continually striving for as I student teach and soon after become a teacher.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Reflection 12
What?
Two years ago I recieve an Acer laptop for christmas. Upon recieving it, I plugged it in, and made sure it was fully charged before using it. After just two short weeks of having it, I noticed several glitches. The battery was supposed to last for two hours but only lasted for half an hour. It constantly "dumped" physical memory, and it also had trouble gaining connectivity with free wifi locations.
So what?
After two years of trying to be patient, my motherboard completely fried. Fortunately, the person that was working on my computer knew someone that was recycling their semi-used Gateway computer, therefore I got a new one for free! Having the Gateway for over three months has been a lifesaver. I no longer worry whether something I have saved will be their in the morning. I also have the latest Windows 9 which has made operations on my computer much simpler.
Now What?
Between the two computers, I have seen substantial differences. I feel completely blessed that I have a functional computer that has amazing speakers. I am never, ever going back to ACERs.
Two years ago I recieve an Acer laptop for christmas. Upon recieving it, I plugged it in, and made sure it was fully charged before using it. After just two short weeks of having it, I noticed several glitches. The battery was supposed to last for two hours but only lasted for half an hour. It constantly "dumped" physical memory, and it also had trouble gaining connectivity with free wifi locations.
So what?
After two years of trying to be patient, my motherboard completely fried. Fortunately, the person that was working on my computer knew someone that was recycling their semi-used Gateway computer, therefore I got a new one for free! Having the Gateway for over three months has been a lifesaver. I no longer worry whether something I have saved will be their in the morning. I also have the latest Windows 9 which has made operations on my computer much simpler.
Now What?
Between the two computers, I have seen substantial differences. I feel completely blessed that I have a functional computer that has amazing speakers. I am never, ever going back to ACERs.
Reflection 11
What?
I recently met with my cooperating teacher. If everything goes right, I will be teaching in the Bellevue district at Enatai grade school in a second grade classroom. I am so excited to finally use the tools that I have been taught in an actual classroom setting.
So What?
Why am I talking about this? Well, I noticed that my cooperating teacher had a Smart Board. She told me that she hasn't used it often, therefore I am excited to be able to teach her what I have been taught through this class. I hope that through teaching her what I know, she will use the great tool.
Now what?
I am super excited to start in the classroom. I have heard that the group I will be working with is behaviorally challenging. Hopefully with the use of technology and the classroom management students will be less inclined to act up. I hope that this next year exceeds my expectations and pushes me to grow in ways that I didn't think possible!
I recently met with my cooperating teacher. If everything goes right, I will be teaching in the Bellevue district at Enatai grade school in a second grade classroom. I am so excited to finally use the tools that I have been taught in an actual classroom setting.
So What?
Why am I talking about this? Well, I noticed that my cooperating teacher had a Smart Board. She told me that she hasn't used it often, therefore I am excited to be able to teach her what I have been taught through this class. I hope that through teaching her what I know, she will use the great tool.
Now what?
I am super excited to start in the classroom. I have heard that the group I will be working with is behaviorally challenging. Hopefully with the use of technology and the classroom management students will be less inclined to act up. I hope that this next year exceeds my expectations and pushes me to grow in ways that I didn't think possible!
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Reflection 10
What?
I thought it would be fun to talk about online courses. The benefits and the draw backs. Recently, there has been an upward climb of courses offered online. I have recently found that some elementary school have gone strictly online. While at times I feel that would be handy, I don't think that should be implemented especially in the younger grades.
So What?
Why am I bringing this up? Well, as a society, we have become somewhat reliant on the latest technology. Although technology has brought many much needed conveniences, it also hinders are interpersonal experiences. Often times people use Facebook, texting and IM and forgo face-to-face communication. If we start redefining school as simply a program that teaches and leave out any type of verbal communication, I wonder how our society would be. I do, however, feel that there are benefits to online school programs. For students that have parents in the military or parents that move often, its a great way for them to stay within the "class" year round. I think teachers would start to see students that moved constantly having less "gaps" in their education.
Now What?
Although I think there are benefits to online education, I don't think that is should substitute classroom education. In the classroom we learn more then just the basic facts, we learn about how to interact with others. If students at a young age aren't given that opportunity I just wonder how they will be when they have a job that forces them to interact with others on a daily basis.
I thought it would be fun to talk about online courses. The benefits and the draw backs. Recently, there has been an upward climb of courses offered online. I have recently found that some elementary school have gone strictly online. While at times I feel that would be handy, I don't think that should be implemented especially in the younger grades.
So What?
Why am I bringing this up? Well, as a society, we have become somewhat reliant on the latest technology. Although technology has brought many much needed conveniences, it also hinders are interpersonal experiences. Often times people use Facebook, texting and IM and forgo face-to-face communication. If we start redefining school as simply a program that teaches and leave out any type of verbal communication, I wonder how our society would be. I do, however, feel that there are benefits to online school programs. For students that have parents in the military or parents that move often, its a great way for them to stay within the "class" year round. I think teachers would start to see students that moved constantly having less "gaps" in their education.
Now What?
Although I think there are benefits to online education, I don't think that is should substitute classroom education. In the classroom we learn more then just the basic facts, we learn about how to interact with others. If students at a young age aren't given that opportunity I just wonder how they will be when they have a job that forces them to interact with others on a daily basis.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Reflection 9
What?
Lately in my classes I have used the Smart Board in almost all of my presentations. I have grown accustomed to it because I have the software on my computer. Often times when I create a lesson plan I try to in some way utilize it.
So what?
Why am I talking about this? Well, I feel that the Smart Board is a great tool. I have enjoyed having my entire lesson at my finger tips. The only issue I find in the Smart Board usage is the opportunity a teacher can have to "coast." With the software comes several different full lesson plans. They are great, and very thorough. Unfortunately, I could see someone easily substituting this tool as the main focus of a lesson.
Now what?
With this new technology, I feel that we need to make sure that we implement it in the classroom, but we don't use it as a substitution for teaching.
Lately in my classes I have used the Smart Board in almost all of my presentations. I have grown accustomed to it because I have the software on my computer. Often times when I create a lesson plan I try to in some way utilize it.
So what?
Why am I talking about this? Well, I feel that the Smart Board is a great tool. I have enjoyed having my entire lesson at my finger tips. The only issue I find in the Smart Board usage is the opportunity a teacher can have to "coast." With the software comes several different full lesson plans. They are great, and very thorough. Unfortunately, I could see someone easily substituting this tool as the main focus of a lesson.
Now what?
With this new technology, I feel that we need to make sure that we implement it in the classroom, but we don't use it as a substitution for teaching.
Reflection 8
What?
One of the newest glizmos Apple had come out with is the IPad. The IPad is a handheld device that is great for taking notes, surfing the internet, and watching movies in HD.
So What?
Why have I mentioned this? Well, last week in class, one of the professors brought in his very own IPad. I was blown away by the quality of the images. I was impressed by how quickly it maneuvered through the Internet without a glitch. After handling the mechanism, I immediately wanted one. I thought of all the things it would be useful for, then I looked at the price tag-yikes! I'm a college student, and not one that is a big fan of $500-$1,000 dollar purchases.
After driving home from class, I read this article which shocked me, read.
Now what?
After reading the article, I realized how dangerous it can be having the latest gizmo. I often wonder if the impulsitivity of our society stems from the fast paced life we have created from all the technology we have at our fingertips? I am in no way stating that technology is not important or valuable. I am simply stating that we need to be careful in what we invest our money in, because others might want it just as badly, and be willing to do whatever it takes to get it.
One of the newest glizmos Apple had come out with is the IPad. The IPad is a handheld device that is great for taking notes, surfing the internet, and watching movies in HD.
So What?
Why have I mentioned this? Well, last week in class, one of the professors brought in his very own IPad. I was blown away by the quality of the images. I was impressed by how quickly it maneuvered through the Internet without a glitch. After handling the mechanism, I immediately wanted one. I thought of all the things it would be useful for, then I looked at the price tag-yikes! I'm a college student, and not one that is a big fan of $500-$1,000 dollar purchases.
After driving home from class, I read this article which shocked me, read.
Now what?
After reading the article, I realized how dangerous it can be having the latest gizmo. I often wonder if the impulsitivity of our society stems from the fast paced life we have created from all the technology we have at our fingertips? I am in no way stating that technology is not important or valuable. I am simply stating that we need to be careful in what we invest our money in, because others might want it just as badly, and be willing to do whatever it takes to get it.
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