A history crossword I created using Microsoft Excel.
History Cross BPM
History Cross BPM Sheet2
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
iMovie NETS T (I, III)
A Public Service Announcement about CSU San Marcos I created using the iMovie software package. Using that software, I was able to learn the editing tools needed to create a film. I learned how to incorporate and edit film clips, still frames, music, transitions, and effects.
PowerPoint NETS-T (I, III)
This is a Power Point Presentation I created to demonstrate the ISTE NETS for Students
Presentation1
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Newsletter NETS-T (I, III)
This is a digital newsletter I created for a junior high social studies class using Microsoft Word.
NewsletterBPM
NewsletterBPM
Journal 6: Don't Feed the Trolls
Citation:
Richardson, K. W. (2008, May). Don’t feed the trolls. Learning & Leading with Technology, 35, Retrieved July 27, 2009, from http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfmSection=May_No_7_&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=3972&ContentID=20817&DirectListComboInd=D
Summary:
This article talks about how to educate students about the proper way to interact on the internet. This means that it shows students the correct ways to act civilly in a blog, message board, forum, etc... Since the internet has become such an important tool for students and educators alike, it has become more and more important to educate everyone on the correct way to interact with others through those mediums.This is broken down into reviewing rules of interaction and then putting those rules into practice. Also, students must be taught that they should be aware of what they post and to review and reflect upon them to see if they are appropriate. And finally, teachers and parents alike must effectively model those rules of social discourse and show the children the correct ways to interact online. It is ultimately the responsibility of the adults in charge to be positive role models for the students.
What is a troll? And how do you avoid one?
A troll is defined as “a person who posts rude or offensive messages on the Internet, such as in online discussion forums, to disrupt discussion or to upset its participants." These types of people dont have anything constructive to add to a conversation, they only serve to cause havoc and disruption to online communities and forums. The article says that the best way to avoid a troll is to ignore one. Anyone that posts disruptive material does so in order to get attention. Though it may be hard to ignore him, that is the best way to discourage them from interacting any more.
How can teachers educate students on effective online communication?
Teachers must show students the rules from various message boards and forums so that they can understand the types of things allowed or forbidden on the forum. Students can also take a netiquette quiz or explore the StopCyberBullying.com site in order to understand what constitutes inappropriate behavior online. Also, a teacher may have the class come up with their own rules for proper behavior online so that they can reflect as a group and decide what is appropriate or not online.
Richardson, K. W. (2008, May). Don’t feed the trolls. Learning & Leading with Technology, 35, Retrieved July 27, 2009, from http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfmSection=May_No_7_&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=3972&ContentID=20817&DirectListComboInd=D
Summary:
This article talks about how to educate students about the proper way to interact on the internet. This means that it shows students the correct ways to act civilly in a blog, message board, forum, etc... Since the internet has become such an important tool for students and educators alike, it has become more and more important to educate everyone on the correct way to interact with others through those mediums.This is broken down into reviewing rules of interaction and then putting those rules into practice. Also, students must be taught that they should be aware of what they post and to review and reflect upon them to see if they are appropriate. And finally, teachers and parents alike must effectively model those rules of social discourse and show the children the correct ways to interact online. It is ultimately the responsibility of the adults in charge to be positive role models for the students.
What is a troll? And how do you avoid one?
A troll is defined as “a person who posts rude or offensive messages on the Internet, such as in online discussion forums, to disrupt discussion or to upset its participants." These types of people dont have anything constructive to add to a conversation, they only serve to cause havoc and disruption to online communities and forums. The article says that the best way to avoid a troll is to ignore one. Anyone that posts disruptive material does so in order to get attention. Though it may be hard to ignore him, that is the best way to discourage them from interacting any more.
How can teachers educate students on effective online communication?
Teachers must show students the rules from various message boards and forums so that they can understand the types of things allowed or forbidden on the forum. Students can also take a netiquette quiz or explore the StopCyberBullying.com site in order to understand what constitutes inappropriate behavior online. Also, a teacher may have the class come up with their own rules for proper behavior online so that they can reflect as a group and decide what is appropriate or not online.
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Journal 4: Internet Telephone (Telephony)
Internet Telephony is the use of computer programs and services to contact others through the use of a computer rather than a traditional telephone. Though there are many different forms of internet phone services such as Skype, Classroom 2.0 mainly dealt with the use of webcams to communicate with students and classrooms in other parts of the world and country. There are many interesting ways that a webcam can be utilized in a classroom setting. For instance, using different programs, a classroom can use a webcam to create stop motion films. These films can be created to narrate novels the class is reading, or to create fresh stories that the students made up by themselves. Another use is to contact other classrooms from different parts of the country/world and create collaborative assignments. One teacher took this idea to another level by communicating with classrooms in other countries and talking to them about current events. One class communicated with Russia during the troubles in Georgia and received a perspective outside of the United States. This is a great idea as it opens up the world for students and exposes them to things they may not ever be exposed to. It allows them to see that students from other countries are just like them, and that people are not as different from each other as they might think.
Monday, July 27, 2009
Journal 3:Assessment Made Easy
Citation: Zucker, A (2009).Assessment Made Easy. Learning and Leading with Technology, (June/July2009). 18-21.
Summary:
This article was about the Denver School for Science and Technology. This school is the first Denver Charter school to have a one to one laptop to student ratio. This ratio has enabled the school to become very successful in a very short time. The school has seen its first two graduating classes have a 100% acceptance rate into 4 year universities. The laptops have increased the capapbilities of the teachers and have also increased the learning ability of the students. It has allowed almost instantaneous feedback on assignments, tests, essays, and lab work. This has allowed the students to learn their mistakes and to show the teachers what areas the students are weak in. It has been a tremedous success, due to having "thoughtful administrators, high-quality teachers, an effective curriculum, and all the other components that make a school excellent."
Is this a feasible option for many school?
Unfortunately, this was an option for this school due to a generous donation from Hewlett Packard, who donated $1 million to the school. However, due to the success of this school, it should be something that many school districts try to do. It will only be beneficial for all involved to have more hands on experience with technology. I know that this type of program happening across the country is very unlikely. But it should be something that all districts strive to bring about in the next few years.
Does a laptop for each student automatically mean that that student will be successful?
Obviously not. The laptop is a tool that will enhance the learning capability of the students. It is still reliant on the ability of the student to learn, and the students' hunger for knowledge. If the student just isnt interested in school, then no matter how many tools are at his/her disposal, that student will not be successful. Also, the quality of the teacher will play a big part in this type of program. If the teacher is not up to the task, then the students will have no advantage in this type of program.
Summary:
This article was about the Denver School for Science and Technology. This school is the first Denver Charter school to have a one to one laptop to student ratio. This ratio has enabled the school to become very successful in a very short time. The school has seen its first two graduating classes have a 100% acceptance rate into 4 year universities. The laptops have increased the capapbilities of the teachers and have also increased the learning ability of the students. It has allowed almost instantaneous feedback on assignments, tests, essays, and lab work. This has allowed the students to learn their mistakes and to show the teachers what areas the students are weak in. It has been a tremedous success, due to having "thoughtful administrators, high-quality teachers, an effective curriculum, and all the other components that make a school excellent."
Is this a feasible option for many school?
Unfortunately, this was an option for this school due to a generous donation from Hewlett Packard, who donated $1 million to the school. However, due to the success of this school, it should be something that many school districts try to do. It will only be beneficial for all involved to have more hands on experience with technology. I know that this type of program happening across the country is very unlikely. But it should be something that all districts strive to bring about in the next few years.
Does a laptop for each student automatically mean that that student will be successful?
Obviously not. The laptop is a tool that will enhance the learning capability of the students. It is still reliant on the ability of the student to learn, and the students' hunger for knowledge. If the student just isnt interested in school, then no matter how many tools are at his/her disposal, that student will not be successful. Also, the quality of the teacher will play a big part in this type of program. If the teacher is not up to the task, then the students will have no advantage in this type of program.
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