A paragraph describing a lesson plan you might create that uses technology in some way. Be sure to mention how you will use technology, what technology you would use, and what subject matter and grade level the lesson is for. (See Chapter 2 for ideas)
A paragraph in which you provide a visual critique of a web site using the rules presented in Chapter 6. Be sure to link to the site. If you’re up to an extra challenge, include images (screen shots or other sources) in your blog post.
A paragraph about your experience with copyright and fair use of materials in an educational environment. How would you deal with these concepts as a teacher, developing your own instructional materials and having students who may use other sources to create their own works?
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I may have said this before in an earlier post, but, if not I'll say it again. I think technology is a great tool for assisting in the education process. But, time and time again I have seen instructors rely too heavily on technology, depending on it to teach the class for them. Maybe in the future this will be possible, but for now, there is no substitute for an instructor who knows the material. If they can use the technology to better teach the material, then kudos. But, technology should not be a crutch. As of right now, I do not have any plans to use technology extensively in my instruction. Maybe over the course of this course (pun definitely intended) I will change my tune, but as it stands I only plan to use Microsoft Word to create syllabi and worksheets. I believe in the power of the human voice and its ability to convey -anything.-
As for pre-existing websites, there are some that prove useful. Let's break down one of my favorites, Sparknotes!
The site is easy to browse for visitors that are new to the site, with links to every section of the site located across the top of the screen. For those who are at the site for more than browsing and want to go to a more focused subject, there is a box with subject links located on the left of the page. And even still, for those that know exactly what they are looking for there is a search bar at the top of the screen.
The most impressive thing about this websiteis the way the many contrasting colors are used to keep everything on the site from blending together. Every individual link and subject and feature is in it's own creatively designed window.
And with text that distinctly contrasts with each individual background, I have no complaints about the site layout.
Content-wise, some students might take advantage of all that is available and not read the material for themselves from the actual books, but that's another post.
I plan on creating my own instructional materials, aside from perhaps novels and literature written by other authors. Students will not be able to infringe on any copyrights, thanks to a wonderful, little creation known as Turnitin.com!
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Monday, February 2, 2009
Post #2 or What's the word? "MS Word." :-)
Post #2 Prompt
A paragraph on how you’ve used MS Word as a student and how you’ve seen your teachers use MS Word.A paragraph on how you might choose to use them as a teacher.A paragraph on new skills you acquired in the class so far that you think will be especially useful to you in your educational career and why you think so.
As I'm sure everyone else has said in their blogs, I have used Microsoft Word, as a student, to open documents sent by professors and to type papers. Since Microsoft has a monopoly (debateable, to be sure) on the PC industry, anyone who has turned in a typed assignment has more than likely used Word. I know people with IMacs and Macbooks who still use MS Word. It's a staple in the paper-writing process. As far as teachers go, they mostly use MS Word to create the syllabi for their classes, in addition to assignment directions, quiz handouts, and reading handouts.
I'll most likely follow suit, as a teacher, and use MS Word for those same reasons as my teachers have. It's convenient. It's easily accessible, as I am always at my computer. It assists with document-writing tasks that would otherwise be a chore. There is really no reason not to use MS Word, at least until something better comes along.
You know, I have used MS Word for years now, but the 2007 version has taken some "getting used to." It is by no means "bad," as I actually love it and all its features. I took the Computer Literacy course offered here at Florida State, during my first semester. I thought I had learned everything I needed to know about Word. But, there were still some buttons in the toolbar that I had never even touched. Until this class. So far in this class, I learned how to create lists with sub-menus. The first of many things, surely.
A paragraph on how you’ve used MS Word as a student and how you’ve seen your teachers use MS Word.A paragraph on how you might choose to use them as a teacher.A paragraph on new skills you acquired in the class so far that you think will be especially useful to you in your educational career and why you think so.
As I'm sure everyone else has said in their blogs, I have used Microsoft Word, as a student, to open documents sent by professors and to type papers. Since Microsoft has a monopoly (debateable, to be sure) on the PC industry, anyone who has turned in a typed assignment has more than likely used Word. I know people with IMacs and Macbooks who still use MS Word. It's a staple in the paper-writing process. As far as teachers go, they mostly use MS Word to create the syllabi for their classes, in addition to assignment directions, quiz handouts, and reading handouts.
I'll most likely follow suit, as a teacher, and use MS Word for those same reasons as my teachers have. It's convenient. It's easily accessible, as I am always at my computer. It assists with document-writing tasks that would otherwise be a chore. There is really no reason not to use MS Word, at least until something better comes along.
You know, I have used MS Word for years now, but the 2007 version has taken some "getting used to." It is by no means "bad," as I actually love it and all its features. I took the Computer Literacy course offered here at Florida State, during my first semester. I thought I had learned everything I needed to know about Word. But, there were still some buttons in the toolbar that I had never even touched. Until this class. So far in this class, I learned how to create lists with sub-menus. The first of many things, surely.
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