Saturday, March 20, 2010
Journal 6: Photo Sharing (NETS III & V)
I decided to look at photo sharing because I like to share pictures as well as it would be something fun to do in a classroom. I found a few websites that were listed on the Classroom 2.0 website. The one that many use was iphoto. Iphoto lets you upload photos and create slideshows but teachers wanted something a little more that it can use to work with photos. Another one Flickr, it is a yahoo product and free. You can make albums private or public, give a guest link for select people, and you choose who can view photos. Picasa web albums are another website. Picasa is a Google product and is similar to Flickr. The web albums on Picasa are easier than Flickr. The last one I found was Picnik and it is teamed up with Flickr. It provides free photo editing, easy to use, and powerful like Photoshop, the edit button in Flickr can also be used to edit Picnik. I also found out Picnik connects to Picasa. All of these sites are compatible with Mac and windows. I believe that using any of these sites can help develop a fun and exciting activity for students. The cool thing is they can share with their family and friends too.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
NETS Power Point (NETS I & III)
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We made a PowerPoint about NETS and how students meet those NETS. It was about student profiles for grades K-2 grade. I included ideas on how students can meet NET standards from ISTE. We used hyperlinks, pictures, colors, as well as providing examples on students meet those standards, what they can do to meet them.
We made a PowerPoint about NETS and how students meet those NETS. It was about student profiles for grades K-2 grade. I included ideas on how students can meet NET standards from ISTE. We used hyperlinks, pictures, colors, as well as providing examples on students meet those standards, what they can do to meet them.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Journal 4: Finding Students Who Learn Through Media (NETS I, IV, & V)
Bull, G., Alexander, C., & Ferster, B. (2010). Finding students who learn with media. Learning and Leading with Technology, 37(5), retrieved from http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=February_No_5_4&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=4495&ContentID=25255&DirectListComboInd
In this article it talked about using primary source documents on websites. A program called PrimaryAccess MovieMaker allows student to combine their own test, primary sources images, and audio narration to create short online documentary films linked to social studies standards of learning. The article express that more than 20,000 short digital documentaries have been made. PA MovieMaker gained a great understanding of the conditions under which educators can best integrate student authorized media into the curriculum in a formal school setting. PAMM focuses on learning objectives rather than learning how to use movie making tools. It does take three classes to make the movie. 1 to create outline, storyboard, and script, 2 to assemble media and sequence it in the editor, and 3 the narration, title, and music. If you don’t have the time they also have a storyboard which only takes one class. Using this program helped the kids to perform well compared to those writing essays. It increases student engagement by incorporating student authorized media. Using both content and media demonstrated greater higher-order thinking and creativity in their work.
How can you use this in your class?
It would be fun to have them make a short historical documentary. I never had the chance to do this and it could be the class’s big project and they can even do a night where parents and faculty come to see the finished product.
What about students who don’t use this program?
I think if one class starts with it and shows how well they do and how things went, it will catch on to others. I think it is also important because they are incorporating technology into the school. You could also share between classes.
In this article it talked about using primary source documents on websites. A program called PrimaryAccess MovieMaker allows student to combine their own test, primary sources images, and audio narration to create short online documentary films linked to social studies standards of learning. The article express that more than 20,000 short digital documentaries have been made. PA MovieMaker gained a great understanding of the conditions under which educators can best integrate student authorized media into the curriculum in a formal school setting. PAMM focuses on learning objectives rather than learning how to use movie making tools. It does take three classes to make the movie. 1 to create outline, storyboard, and script, 2 to assemble media and sequence it in the editor, and 3 the narration, title, and music. If you don’t have the time they also have a storyboard which only takes one class. Using this program helped the kids to perform well compared to those writing essays. It increases student engagement by incorporating student authorized media. Using both content and media demonstrated greater higher-order thinking and creativity in their work.
How can you use this in your class?
It would be fun to have them make a short historical documentary. I never had the chance to do this and it could be the class’s big project and they can even do a night where parents and faculty come to see the finished product.
What about students who don’t use this program?
I think if one class starts with it and shows how well they do and how things went, it will catch on to others. I think it is also important because they are incorporating technology into the school. You could also share between classes.
Journal 3: Keeping the Peace (NETS IV & V)
Levinson, M. (2010). Keeping the peace. Learning and Leading with Technology, 37(5), Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfmSection=February_No_5_4&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=4495&ContentID=25237&DirectListComboId
The article was about the use of instant messaging in a middle school. The program caused problems between students, parents, and teachers. It discussed the appropriate use of technology at school and home. The school ended up looking at the pros and cons and stopped it. The problem was IM’s were sent in class and video tapings showing someone’s mom in p.j’s caused uproar. Parents were alarmed and didn’t know how to engage kids in conversations around appropriate use of technology at home. One group of parents thought it was fine and they needed to explore, the other side felt as if they were over stepped. The school gave permission to use these programs at home without parent permission. The iChat was blocked and students petitioned and protested. In the end it was banned and they now have steps to prepare everyone in advance for the introduction of new technologies. Adults and kids view technology different and schools need to figure out to manage this cultural divide.
How would you feel if it was your kids?
I would allow her to use the programs as long as she used them correctly as soon as she used them inappropriate I would not let her use it anymore.
Do you feel schools are jumping to fast into technology?
I don’t, I think we are actually slow and need to catch up. There are so many great programs and new things to learn in technology and the older generation needs to acknowledge that. We are only holding kids behind.
The article was about the use of instant messaging in a middle school. The program caused problems between students, parents, and teachers. It discussed the appropriate use of technology at school and home. The school ended up looking at the pros and cons and stopped it. The problem was IM’s were sent in class and video tapings showing someone’s mom in p.j’s caused uproar. Parents were alarmed and didn’t know how to engage kids in conversations around appropriate use of technology at home. One group of parents thought it was fine and they needed to explore, the other side felt as if they were over stepped. The school gave permission to use these programs at home without parent permission. The iChat was blocked and students petitioned and protested. In the end it was banned and they now have steps to prepare everyone in advance for the introduction of new technologies. Adults and kids view technology different and schools need to figure out to manage this cultural divide.
How would you feel if it was your kids?
I would allow her to use the programs as long as she used them correctly as soon as she used them inappropriate I would not let her use it anymore.
Do you feel schools are jumping to fast into technology?
I don’t, I think we are actually slow and need to catch up. There are so many great programs and new things to learn in technology and the older generation needs to acknowledge that. We are only holding kids behind.
Journal 2: Using Podcasts to Devlelop a Global Perspective (NETS I, IV, & V)
Maguth, B.M., & Elliot, J. (2010). Using Podcasts to develop a global perspective. Learning and Leading with Technology, 37(5), Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=February_No_5_4&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=4495&ContentID=25244&DirectListComboInd=D
The article was about a group of kids at a High School in Ohio. They used podcast to learn about other cultures. Educators were responsible for making students aware of global challenges and cultural diversities. Using digital technologies helped them to reach out to a global audience. The students recorded a debate on global issues, which had personalities holding different views and exchanging ideas. The group researched climate change. They found nations, politicians, and scientist who were involved. They had varying views and recorded the findings in a research journal. The podcast involved lots of planning, research, writing, and editing before even using them. They were able to edit mistakes, use background music, adjust volume, rearrange audio clips, and include commercial breaks. The students showcased their work on the internet. People in the community valued the efforts of the students and made it easier to understand a degree of depth on an important global issue, informed multiple perspectives, and gave chance to discuss current global issues.
Why is important to learn from other cultures?
You can always learn something new from someone else especially from a different culture. We usually only see our cultures point of view so when you hear someone else’s it makes you think differently.
Are Podcasts something every school should have?
I think it is something nice to have and you can do a lot but it can be expensive so you will have to see what your school allows you to do, if not try fundraising or finding a sponsor.
The article was about a group of kids at a High School in Ohio. They used podcast to learn about other cultures. Educators were responsible for making students aware of global challenges and cultural diversities. Using digital technologies helped them to reach out to a global audience. The students recorded a debate on global issues, which had personalities holding different views and exchanging ideas. The group researched climate change. They found nations, politicians, and scientist who were involved. They had varying views and recorded the findings in a research journal. The podcast involved lots of planning, research, writing, and editing before even using them. They were able to edit mistakes, use background music, adjust volume, rearrange audio clips, and include commercial breaks. The students showcased their work on the internet. People in the community valued the efforts of the students and made it easier to understand a degree of depth on an important global issue, informed multiple perspectives, and gave chance to discuss current global issues.
Why is important to learn from other cultures?
You can always learn something new from someone else especially from a different culture. We usually only see our cultures point of view so when you hear someone else’s it makes you think differently.
Are Podcasts something every school should have?
I think it is something nice to have and you can do a lot but it can be expensive so you will have to see what your school allows you to do, if not try fundraising or finding a sponsor.
Journal 1: Computing in the Clouds (NETS III & V)
Johnson, D. (December/January 2009-2010). Computing in the Clouds. Learning and Leading with Technology, 37(4), retrieved fromhttp://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Publications/LL/LLIssues/Volume3720092010/DecemberJanuaryNo4/Computing_in_the_Clouds.htm
Computing in the Clouds was an article about cloud computing. People are familiar with cloud computing as Google docs. Using cloud computing allows you to not worry about using different computers, emails, attachments, or flash drives. Cloud computing is a set of online productivity tools that allows the creation of documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and surveys. It is a great program at a low cost for students and teachers. It’s nice because you can work from any computer and anywhere. Cloud computing is great because you can work on projects with a partner or group. Using this type of program can also cut the cost of computers. You can use a netbook which is not as expensive as a lap top, the thing you need on it is a browser. Almost with everything there are negatives. Some problems are one day it could cost money, you can’t do videos, cd, DVD’s, or big projects. The positive is Google has nothing to do with your data they can’t steal or use it. It sounds like we are seeing a huge and efficient change in the technology world.
What happens if internet crashes?
In the article it talked about that if the internet crashes Gmail and Google docs can work offline in conjuncture with Google gears, a browser applet.
Why would netbooks be better than laptops?
Netbooks are cheaper and if using a netbook you just need a browser and you can also use Delicious.com for bookmarking.
Computing in the Clouds was an article about cloud computing. People are familiar with cloud computing as Google docs. Using cloud computing allows you to not worry about using different computers, emails, attachments, or flash drives. Cloud computing is a set of online productivity tools that allows the creation of documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and surveys. It is a great program at a low cost for students and teachers. It’s nice because you can work from any computer and anywhere. Cloud computing is great because you can work on projects with a partner or group. Using this type of program can also cut the cost of computers. You can use a netbook which is not as expensive as a lap top, the thing you need on it is a browser. Almost with everything there are negatives. Some problems are one day it could cost money, you can’t do videos, cd, DVD’s, or big projects. The positive is Google has nothing to do with your data they can’t steal or use it. It sounds like we are seeing a huge and efficient change in the technology world.
What happens if internet crashes?
In the article it talked about that if the internet crashes Gmail and Google docs can work offline in conjuncture with Google gears, a browser applet.
Why would netbooks be better than laptops?
Netbooks are cheaper and if using a netbook you just need a browser and you can also use Delicious.com for bookmarking.
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