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Thursday, April 29, 2010

Collaborative Power Point Rubric (NETS I & III)



In the collaborative Power Point Rubric we as a class came up for a rubric for our PowerPoint presentation. Using Rcampus.com lets you create your own rubric as well as make one together as a class. It gives complete directions on how to make a rubric as well as the rubric itself tells students exactly what the teacher is looking for in the project they are assigning the rubric to. It is a fun and creative way to produce rubrics for your classroom.

Excel Crossword (NETS I & III)



In this assignment we made an Excel crossword puzzle. We made a crossword puzzle about ourselves. We made questions and then we entered them into the Excel Spreadsheet. We also learned how to make it show if you entered in the wrong letter or the right letter. You were able to enter in information and questions about your life and have others play the crossword puzzle. We could also make it colorful and fun for everyone.

Ed Tech Profile (NETS V)



In Ed Tech Profile we took a test on how much we know about technology and computers. We took multiple tests on different questions about how comfortable and how much we know about technology. At the end of the test they showed us different graphs about how we did. It also explained our assessment level. It was a good way to find out how much we knew about technology and also get a feel for how much more we could learn.

Wikki Page (NETS I, III, & V)



In Wiki Page we chose a tool, mine was Quizzes and polls, and wrote about a specific tool we picked. I picked Quibblo. It was a website that allows you to make quizzes as well as take quizzes. It was neat i got to make a Quiz about anything i wanted. I put in the questions and made the answers. I then posted it so others could take it. It is a great way to make quizzes for your students as well as have your students make quizzes for their classmates.

JCCS Internet Safety (NETS IV)

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In this assignment we had to research about Internet Safety. We did this colloboratively using GoogleDocs to discuss copywriting. We were to read about different topics about the Internet and being safe. We then had to answer questions about the reading you did. We learned a lot about proper Internet use as well as knowing how to keep others safe and to be aware of what is out on the Internet.

Inspiration (NETS II & III)



We used Inspiration in order to show what each NET is about and what artifacts we have made in order to cover that specific NET. It shows the NETS for teachers and there are 5 NETS each with two artifacts that correspond to that NET. It meets the needs of the standards for teachers.

IMovie (I, III, IV, & V)


In Imovie we made a PSA announcement about HATE. We recently had problems with hate crimes at CSUSM. We decided to make a PSA about how hate is not ok and how it affects all of us. We used Imovie and imported video clips and pictures. We then added audio, different affects from one clip to another, and even added text. We also learned how to edit each clip.We learned how to make a mini movie or commercial about an important topic.

Saturday, April 24, 2010

Newsletter (NETS I)

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We made a newsletter using word. We made a name for our newsletter, a volume number, and a issue number. We then introduce students and parents to ourselves with an information part of the letter. We then talked about how we would incorporate technology into the class, and last we talked about an article we had read and how it deals with the class. We used different colors and formats to make the newsletter look more appealing. We also insert pictures and borders. It is a fun way to keep students and families informed.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Journal 10: Six Strategies to Connect Tech Intergration with School Improvement (NETS V)

Scott, F (2010). Six Strategies to Connect Tech Integration with School Improvement, 37(6), Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Publications/LL/LLIssues/Volume3720092010/MarchAprilNo6/Six_Strategies_to_Connect_Tech_Integrati.htm


In this article we look at goals to help with tech integration and schools. There are six cardinal steps to ensure that effective technology integration is part of school improvement. The first one is to connect with your schools vision and mission. We need to review and learn the instructional and curriculum goals of students based on analysis of disaggregated data. Two we need to manage our time. Establish long-, medium-, and short-term time frames to plan, implement, and evaluate your progress. You must be flexible and maintain a balance of the classroom. Three we need to learn standards. Learn the content, process, and context standards from the national staff development council to improve learning for students, teachers, and yourself. Four is to collaborate with others. Inventory capabilities and assists with administrators, teachers, parents, and peers. Five know your strengths and skills. List your strengths and greatest assets so that you can make the most of your opportunities. The last one is provide feedback and accountability. Compile and publish data for the services you provide to teachers.

How will this help the school?
I believe if the school, teachers, parents, and students are on the same page they can expand their technology awareness. I think helping each other out will only help the kids succeed as well as keep up with technology.


How will this help with teachers and students?
I think that if teachers know what they are talking about the kids will have a better relationship with the teacher. We know that we come from a technology based society and it is only going to grow, we as teachers need to keep up with the newest technology and help each other out. We could even learn from the students.

Journal 9: Playing with Skype (NETS I, III, & V)

Weller, T. J. (2010). Playing with skype. L&L—Learning & Leading with Technology, 37(6), Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=March_April_No_6_1&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=4516&ContentID=25508&DirectListComboInd


In this article we look at Skype. The school used Skype to help those who write great music connect with students who bring it to life and the families who are listening. The teacher brought composers to live concerts using technology. They used Skype to talk to a freelance musician and licensing agent to an 8th grade music class. He brought in composers and agreed to appear live at the concert via Skype and make the introduction for their pieces before the student ensembles performed them. The teacher believed we should use technology if it’s for a richer educational experience. The composers liked using Skype and use it to direct their explanations about their pieces. Skype makes it possible for educators to seek out experts in their subject areas.

How would this help what careers they want?
Skype would be good to use because we saw in this article that the teacher brought in composers to help the kids in the music class. Other classes could use Skype to talk to other experts and students can consider different careers and see what is included.

Is this hard to set up?
You need a computer with broadband internet connection, data projector, microphones, webcam, and adapters to pump up audio and feed through the sound system and projector screen. Skype is also free to sign up.

Journal 8: Navigate the Digital Rapids (NETS IV & V)

Lindsay, J., & Davis, V. (2010). Navigate the digital rapids. L&L—Learning & Leading with Technology, 37(6), Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Publications/LL/LLIssues/Volume3720092010/MarchAprilNo6/Navigate_the_Digital_Rapids.htm


The article was about transforming yourself into a professional who can effectively research technology trends, monitor use of technology in school or district, avoid the fear factor that can easily paralyze you, and empower student-centered learning to create vibrant, exciting learning projects. Students want to use customized tools, such as mobile technology and customized learning environments. We want to involve in student-centered, globally connected projects, each student’s learning experiences becomes different, and each classroom becomes as unique as students and teachers who learn there. There are rules for being a good digital citizen. We need to monitor and be engaged to share experiences in a focused and monitored environment. We need to lead by example and don’t let students cross the line while in the digital world. The scariest part about this is the begging. You start out alone and collaborate with others who did this and learn from them. Some Flat classroom projects are Net Generation Education, Digiteen, Digiparents, and Eracism. We should not be scared out technology we should embrace it.

What happens if student crosses the line?
The teacher will report the student and the student will apologize to the educational network. Depending on how bad it is they can be suspended from the network. It is rare to ban students there has been 10 out of 3000.

How safe is this?
The educational network watches the network and monitors it for 24 hours a day. They also will monitor and take off anything that is not acceptable.

Journal 7: Beginners Guide to Interactive Virtual Fieldtrips (NETS I, III, & V)

Zanetis, J. (2010). The Beginner's guide to interactive virtual field trips. L&L—Learning & Leading with Technology, 37(6), Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=March_April_No_6_1&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=4516&ContentID=25443&DirectListComboInd



In this article we look at field trips in the virtual world. We see today that field trips are not being taken. Virtual fieldtrips are another option to learn in the class with out leaving. The kids can tour historic sites, witness scientific experiments, processes at museums or organizations, watch live demonstrations in the field, folk festivals, and mush more. There are different types of virtual field trips. One is Asynchronous VFTS which are websites that include text, audio, or video resources about specific topics. You can stream video tours of particular locations. There are different programs for VFT. E-Field Trips, Access Excellence Resource Center, and Gail Lovely’s site. The sites all deal with different VFT different experiences. Interactive VFT’s are synchronous, real-time experiences in which students in one location learn from informal educators in another location. With all these different virtual field trips student interact with experts and get real world angles on topics they are studying.


How can this be good for home-schooled students?
I think it would help them and they would interact with others. We always hear how home-schooled kids don’t get social interaction; this can help them to interact with the outside world.


How do we start this at our school?
You can apply for grants to have programs. Teacher can also give feedback on what to do and help you out. Some programs have fees and others are free. The schools can write it in the budget if they feel it is something they are engaging in learning.