The article talks about how students of the 21st century have lost interest in simply reading a text book and listening to lectures. A ninth grade history teacher by the name of Jennifer Dorman decided to mix things up in her classroom and used technology to do so. Her class used old films, audios, and music to help learn the ideas and events around world war II. Using technology in the class updates it to the current time and helps keep the interests of the class. Using simple aids such as technology can really spike the interest in the subject. I like the example about the business class this really shows how the littlest thing can make a big difference.
1. Because these types of assignments are very time consuming do you think they are worth the effort?
I honestly do believe that activities that are hands on and interactive are most helpfully. Many students get a better understanding of the concept when they have a little control over the situation and over the learning. Take making a documentary of world war II the students have to teach themselves the information and present it in a fashionable manner. Students are more likely to learn something in that manner rather than in a lecture.
2. Would you be willing to demonstrate any of the ideas told in the article?
If the opportunity arose where i could use an activity like the ones in the article i most definitely would! I strongly encourage interactive instruction in the classroom.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Friday, November 7, 2008
journal 9
Journal 9
Reynard, Ruth (October 2008). Avoiding the 5 most common mistakes in using bogs with Students. http://www.thejournal.com/articles/23434
When using technology in the classroom it is important to apply it when necessary. This article discusses how to apply blogging to the classroom and what not do as well. Blogging and other sources of technology are extremely important for the classroom seeing as technology is furthering education and it is not going away any time soon. When implementing blogging into the classroom it is important to address infective contextualization, ineffective learning objects, misuse of the environment. Explaining the purpose of the assignment is important so that the students will value the project. All student need to understand the manners and rules of blogging.
Would you use blogging in the classroom?
Depending on the grade level being taught I may consider using blogging in my classroom. I believe that every class is different and depending on the mannerisms of the class would heavily weigh on whether or not the use of blogging would further their education.
In your opinion what would be the grade level to start blogging in the classroom?
I would have to say that blogging should not be used anytime before the 6th grade and maybe that is too young.
Reynard, Ruth (October 2008). Avoiding the 5 most common mistakes in using bogs with Students. http://www.thejournal.com/articles/23434
When using technology in the classroom it is important to apply it when necessary. This article discusses how to apply blogging to the classroom and what not do as well. Blogging and other sources of technology are extremely important for the classroom seeing as technology is furthering education and it is not going away any time soon. When implementing blogging into the classroom it is important to address infective contextualization, ineffective learning objects, misuse of the environment. Explaining the purpose of the assignment is important so that the students will value the project. All student need to understand the manners and rules of blogging.
Would you use blogging in the classroom?
Depending on the grade level being taught I may consider using blogging in my classroom. I believe that every class is different and depending on the mannerisms of the class would heavily weigh on whether or not the use of blogging would further their education.
In your opinion what would be the grade level to start blogging in the classroom?
I would have to say that blogging should not be used anytime before the 6th grade and maybe that is too young.
Thursday, November 6, 2008
journal 8
Journal 8
A '"Fantastic Super" Use of Technology: Closing the Digital Divide.
http://www.edutopia.org/fantastic-super-use-technology
The article, A “fantastic Super” Use of Technology focuses on the great importance of communication within the classroom as well as outside the class and in the homes of the students. There is no reason or excuse that a student’s parent or guardian can not be involved or informed. The article talks about keeping parents informed which Scrogg’s does by having each family have computer which is limited to different programs but gives a clear line of communication between them. When the student is picked up from school their guardian can already be aware of the activities and lessons that went during the day; this way questions about the lessons can be asked. This is a great way to enforce what the student has learned.
Do you think having a class webpage or teacher site would help communication between teachers, students and parents?
I believe having a web site or some kind of updated profile can greatly open doors to communication. Parents are just as busy as teachers; a website can help keep a clear line of communication without the hassle of emails and remembering to call so and so back.
What is another way of communication that may be more cost efficient?
A weekly newsletter describing all the lessons to be done during the week along with a time period available for phone calls for questions that may need to be answered faster than an email.
A '"Fantastic Super" Use of Technology: Closing the Digital Divide.
http://www.edutopia.org/fantastic-super-use-technology
The article, A “fantastic Super” Use of Technology focuses on the great importance of communication within the classroom as well as outside the class and in the homes of the students. There is no reason or excuse that a student’s parent or guardian can not be involved or informed. The article talks about keeping parents informed which Scrogg’s does by having each family have computer which is limited to different programs but gives a clear line of communication between them. When the student is picked up from school their guardian can already be aware of the activities and lessons that went during the day; this way questions about the lessons can be asked. This is a great way to enforce what the student has learned.
Do you think having a class webpage or teacher site would help communication between teachers, students and parents?
I believe having a web site or some kind of updated profile can greatly open doors to communication. Parents are just as busy as teachers; a website can help keep a clear line of communication without the hassle of emails and remembering to call so and so back.
What is another way of communication that may be more cost efficient?
A weekly newsletter describing all the lessons to be done during the week along with a time period available for phone calls for questions that may need to be answered faster than an email.
Monday, November 3, 2008
journal 7: blogging
Journal 7: Blogging
I followed a few different articles about blogging. One article talked about how middle school students were using blogging in the classroom to help discuss topics that were learned in the classroom. The teacher will lecture about a certain topic and then post a question on a blog for students to discuss and debate about that topic learned. Another article I read was about people’s feeling when blogging. Do your feelings get hurt if no one comments on your blog and how does it make you feel? So what is blogging? The best way I would describe blogging is simply by saying it’s an online journal. You can write on any topic for as long you want. It can be your opinion or educational. I felt this article talking about incorporating blogging into the middle school classroom was very inspiring and helpful for me as a future teacher.
I followed a few different articles about blogging. One article talked about how middle school students were using blogging in the classroom to help discuss topics that were learned in the classroom. The teacher will lecture about a certain topic and then post a question on a blog for students to discuss and debate about that topic learned. Another article I read was about people’s feeling when blogging. Do your feelings get hurt if no one comments on your blog and how does it make you feel? So what is blogging? The best way I would describe blogging is simply by saying it’s an online journal. You can write on any topic for as long you want. It can be your opinion or educational. I felt this article talking about incorporating blogging into the middle school classroom was very inspiring and helpful for me as a future teacher.
Saturday, October 11, 2008
movie project CSUSM
1. I truly enjoyed working on the imovie project. I think it was well set up and it gave me a chance to show my personal creativity.
2. I believe students would enjoy this project as well. When the students are given all the clips and photos needed I believe this project could be a great learning experience.
3. I honestly did not use Atomic Learning. I learned through trial and error. I also by my peers.
2. I believe students would enjoy this project as well. When the students are given all the clips and photos needed I believe this project could be a great learning experience.
3. I honestly did not use Atomic Learning. I learned through trial and error. I also by my peers.
journal 6
1. When first hearing about the program i thought it wouldn't be very helpful for my future classroom. But I once I started to use the program I discovered there's lots of ways I could incorporate it into my classroom.
2. When students are learning to use the bubble graph (organizational skills) they cn use this program to divide there ideas into sections. Students may use this program when working into groups to organize their strategies and ideas.
3. Depending on my mood at that moment in time will depend on how I want to learn a new program. I usually want someone to show me or I will just play with the program until I accomplish what I want done. So I did not use the Atomic Learning in this activity.
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
journal 2
Groff, J., & Haas, J. (2008). Web 2.0: Today's technologies, tomorrow's learning. Learning & Leading with Technology. 36, 12-15.
The article “WEB 2.0 Today’s Technologies, Tomorrow’s Learning,” written by Jennifer Groff and Jason Haas states that using social networking, digital games and simulations on the computer will help classroom learning. This is supported through research and input from other teachers. Teachers can improve their digital gaming knowledge by networking with other teacher who may use this technique in their classroom. Digital gaming has been proven to be successful in the students learning.
1. In your opinion what are some benefits and disadvantages of using digital gaming?
Students may become to hooked onto digital gaming the they do not want to learn in a traditional style. Just like any other video/ computer game children can become to involved and not want to take a break or move onto another activity. Digital gaming does has its perks as well; it promotes decision making, critical thinking, and social networking.
2. How would you make digital gaming apart of your classroom in a successful way?
By making sure I, the teacher, completely understand the digital gaming “world” I then in turn help students with a successful experience. By letting the students know that everything gets an equal opportunity on the computer and giving them warnings of when their turn is up may help eliminate any problems with the students wanting more time on the computer.
journal 5
Christensen, C., & Horn, M. (2008, August/September). Disrupting class: Student-centric education is the future. Retrieved October 8, 2008, from Edutopia Web site: http://www.edutopia.org/student-centric-education-technology
“ Disrupting Class; Student-Centric Education Is the Future,” written by Clayton M Chritensen is an article that describes a scenario classroom led by technology only. Students would learning their subjects and requirements using a program geared for that particular lesson. The program would also be geared for the student so that they can learn the material in the best manner suited for the child. Although this seems idealistic it is completely cutting out peer and teacher interaction. Students will lose the communication skills and learning how to cooperate with others in a civil manner.
1. Do you believe this would improve student's education?
I do not think a classroom using strictly computers will help students anymore than how the classroom is taught now. Using a well-balance of peer contact, group activities, individual work and computer work will help improve student's learning and social abilities. With the budget cuts already in place using precious money on computers will only make classrooms larger. Computers should be looked as apart of the curriculum not as "the" curriculum.
2. Do you think this way of a classroom would be beneficial to all students?
I do not think all students would benefit from this type of a classroom. Many students need that one on one contact and instruction. Although many students with different ways of learning or who struggles with a learning disability may excel at this type of a classroom.
“ Disrupting Class; Student-Centric Education Is the Future,” written by Clayton M Chritensen is an article that describes a scenario classroom led by technology only. Students would learning their subjects and requirements using a program geared for that particular lesson. The program would also be geared for the student so that they can learn the material in the best manner suited for the child. Although this seems idealistic it is completely cutting out peer and teacher interaction. Students will lose the communication skills and learning how to cooperate with others in a civil manner.
1. Do you believe this would improve student's education?
I do not think a classroom using strictly computers will help students anymore than how the classroom is taught now. Using a well-balance of peer contact, group activities, individual work and computer work will help improve student's learning and social abilities. With the budget cuts already in place using precious money on computers will only make classrooms larger. Computers should be looked as apart of the curriculum not as "the" curriculum.
2. Do you think this way of a classroom would be beneficial to all students?
I do not think all students would benefit from this type of a classroom. Many students need that one on one contact and instruction. Although many students with different ways of learning or who struggles with a learning disability may excel at this type of a classroom.
journal 4
Villano, M (2008, September). Text unto others . . . as you would have them text unto you. Retrieved October 8, 2008, from T.H.E. Journal Web site: http://www.thejournal.com/articles/23225_6
I really enjoyed reading the articl entitled "Text Unto Others…As You Would Have Them Text Unto You,” written by Matt Villano. The article discusses issues with the younger generation using technology and how teachers and parents need to informed children about the do's and don'ts of the internet (virtual world). When posting anything it is up there for the world to see. Although a child may only be playing around with a statement that statement can be read all across for everyone to read. Another important topic children need to know about the internet is that music like everything else not does not come free. Although it may be free to download on the internet that is a wrong doing and is considered stealing just as if you were in a store.
1. What are "cyber nights" and how may they help?
"cyber nights" are held to keep parents informed on the correct and legal way of using tools on the internet. Cyber nights can help inform people correctly so that they may in turn teach the younger generation the rights and wrongs.
2. How can teachers help improve virtual manners?
As a teacher setting a good example and being (like always) a good role model can only help improve the ways students go about using the internet.
I really enjoyed reading the articl entitled "Text Unto Others…As You Would Have Them Text Unto You,” written by Matt Villano. The article discusses issues with the younger generation using technology and how teachers and parents need to informed children about the do's and don'ts of the internet (virtual world). When posting anything it is up there for the world to see. Although a child may only be playing around with a statement that statement can be read all across for everyone to read. Another important topic children need to know about the internet is that music like everything else not does not come free. Although it may be free to download on the internet that is a wrong doing and is considered stealing just as if you were in a store.
1. What are "cyber nights" and how may they help?
"cyber nights" are held to keep parents informed on the correct and legal way of using tools on the internet. Cyber nights can help inform people correctly so that they may in turn teach the younger generation the rights and wrongs.
2. How can teachers help improve virtual manners?
As a teacher setting a good example and being (like always) a good role model can only help improve the ways students go about using the internet.
journal 3
Greenhow, C. (2008).Who are today's learners?. Learning & Leading with Technology. 36, 16-17.
In the article "Who are Today's Learners" by Christina Greenhow talks about how students and teacher can take advantage of using the computer. Many teacher make assumptions automatically about whether or not a child may have access to a computer after school hours. The article discussed a survey which showed students testing at average or above average on that standardizing testing using the computer often or very often. By avoiding stereotypes the article mentions how giving a simple questionnaire to your students at the beginning of year to show who has access to a computer from home and how can accomplish what. By conducting this questionnaire you can evaluate how to incorporate technology into the classroom. Students have shown interest in using the computers and now as teacher we have to advance their knowledge of technology.
1. What are common mistakes that teachers makes in the classroom about technology?
Teacher automatically assume that students who come from a low income area are at a majority disadvantage when it comes to technology; meaning they have little or no access to computers outside of school. Another common assumption that teacher make is that student are very advanced in technology and using computers.
In the article "Who are Today's Learners" by Christina Greenhow talks about how students and teacher can take advantage of using the computer. Many teacher make assumptions automatically about whether or not a child may have access to a computer after school hours. The article discussed a survey which showed students testing at average or above average on that standardizing testing using the computer often or very often. By avoiding stereotypes the article mentions how giving a simple questionnaire to your students at the beginning of year to show who has access to a computer from home and how can accomplish what. By conducting this questionnaire you can evaluate how to incorporate technology into the classroom. Students have shown interest in using the computers and now as teacher we have to advance their knowledge of technology.
1. What are common mistakes that teachers makes in the classroom about technology?
Teacher automatically assume that students who come from a low income area are at a majority disadvantage when it comes to technology; meaning they have little or no access to computers outside of school. Another common assumption that teacher make is that student are very advanced in technology and using computers.
2. How is using the computer inside the classroom beneficial?
When using the computer inside a classroom the students are being exposed to programs that are used in the everyday life and “real” world. Not only will these skills help students after they are done with school but it will help them prepare for higher education. Learning to type at a younger age can only improve their skill as time moves forward.
Friday, September 12, 2008
introducing vanessa
Hello there! My name is Vanessa. I was born and raised in San Diego, California. I began my education journey in Mira Mesa. I went to Ericson Elementary and middle school at Wangenheim. The summer before starting High School my family and I moved to Poway, where I attended Poway High. Right after graduating High School I started attending Cal State San Marcos. I just began the Credential Program. Although I did not start out with the Liberal Studies major I am very happy with the road I'm on.
My experiences with technology is not one that I would put up in the top ten. Although I do use computers on a daily bases and often get frustrated. I use a PC at home but I do work with Macs a tiny bit at my part time job (Graphic Design, Patera). I use the computer to email, keep in contact with my friends and family (ie: myspace), Webct, and much much more. I have Office 2003 but at school I use Office 2007. And the transition is quite difficult.
The overall Mission statement states that Cal State San Marcos is preparing students how to be a unbiased whole hearted teacher. There were two things that popped out to me; diversity and ongoing service. When teaching a class there will always be students who are visual and/or verbal learners. To be a well rounded teacher you need to keep diversity alive in your classroom by teaching things in many different ways. My personal opinion on ongoing service would be to just keep up with the new and improved teaching ideas and skills.
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