This class has taught me many useful skills. I have discussed many of these skills in my NETS reflection. I was able to take some of the things I have learned in the class and transfer them to other classes in order to be successful in those particular classes. Inspiration software is an amazing tool that saves a tremendous amount of time. Before this class I was creating concept maps using a word document and it took a long time to design. The website was another interesting tool I learned how to use. This will benefit me as I teach because it will help me communicate effectively with parents and teachers.
The best project in this class was the photostory. I would have to say that this project was my strongest point. I was able to take pictures from my spring break vacation and create a lesson from the gorgeous pictures of the beach, sand, animals, shells and waves. When I was creating this story I learned so many things about certain shells and the waves. I was able to express my creativity in a professional setting and I am able to take this creation to my classroom in the future.
The project that showed my weakest point was the turnitin assignment. This project was difficult for me because I could not wrap my mind around it. I do not like writing on topics that I do not find interest in and it is actually hard for me to find a topic that I am not interested in. I did not care about the gender differences in technology so my assignment suffered.
There are several things that I need to learn for the sake of my future classroom. I am not as familiar with technology as I need to be so I must make sure that I am constantly going to workshop to advance my skills. This course introduced me to several strands of technology that I was unaware existed nor did I know how to use or implement it into classroom. Although I have learned a lot there is still much more to learn.
Integrating technology into the classroom is extremely important in this technology age. It is important for all ages to learn how to use technology effectively. Teachers can have students do a photostory on any subject. An example would be a photostory about their family. The teacher can also use the web tools to create rubrics, quizzes, activity sheets, etc. I find myself growing more and more with this technology age. I am finding out new ways to do things and how it can be implemented in the classroom. Technology is currently in classroom such as white boards, PowerPoint presentations, and computers to take AR test. Technology is everywhere we just need to know how to use it.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
NETS 5
5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership
Teachers continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital tools and resources. Teachers:
a. participate in local and global learning communities to explore creative applications of technology to improve student learning.
b. exhibit leadership by demonstrating a vision of technology infusion, participating in shared decision making and community building, and developing the leadership and technology skills of others.
c. evaluate and reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and resources in support of student learning.
d. contribute to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession and of their school and community
Reflection:
Entering this class I knew that my computer/internet skills were not on the same level as my peers, so I paid attention in class to make sure that I did not miss one single piece of information. I have learned that there are so many resources that can be used free by educators. I had no idea that these resources were available. This world is a technology-based world and each educator should be very familiar with how to use technology and implement it in the classroom in order to teach students. The concept map we created met this standard. Not only were we using technology, but we were able to be creative. I used this to create a science lesson plan on clouds and then I came back and used this technology to create things for my other classes. The website and blog helped me increase my confidence as a teacher. I was able to visualize how I could use this technology in my classroom.
Artifacts/Evidence:
• Website
• Blog
• Concept map
Future Learning goals:
Teachers should feel comfortable teaching and learning about new technology and technology that will help their classroom run efficiently. These tools will help me to facilitate learning. The students can use this as well to express creatively while meeting the curriculum for technology.
Teachers continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital tools and resources. Teachers:
a. participate in local and global learning communities to explore creative applications of technology to improve student learning.
b. exhibit leadership by demonstrating a vision of technology infusion, participating in shared decision making and community building, and developing the leadership and technology skills of others.
c. evaluate and reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and resources in support of student learning.
d. contribute to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession and of their school and community
Reflection:
Entering this class I knew that my computer/internet skills were not on the same level as my peers, so I paid attention in class to make sure that I did not miss one single piece of information. I have learned that there are so many resources that can be used free by educators. I had no idea that these resources were available. This world is a technology-based world and each educator should be very familiar with how to use technology and implement it in the classroom in order to teach students. The concept map we created met this standard. Not only were we using technology, but we were able to be creative. I used this to create a science lesson plan on clouds and then I came back and used this technology to create things for my other classes. The website and blog helped me increase my confidence as a teacher. I was able to visualize how I could use this technology in my classroom.
Artifacts/Evidence:
• Website
• Blog
• Concept map
Future Learning goals:
Teachers should feel comfortable teaching and learning about new technology and technology that will help their classroom run efficiently. These tools will help me to facilitate learning. The students can use this as well to express creatively while meeting the curriculum for technology.
NETS 4
4. Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility
Teachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices. Teachers:
a. advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including respect for copyright, intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources
b. address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies and providing equitable access to appropriate digital tools and resources
c. promote and model digital etiquette and responsible social interactions related to the use of technology and information
d. develop and model cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with colleagues and students of other cultures using digital-age communication and collaboration tools
Reflection:
There were many times throughout the semester in which the ethical, legal use of technology was discussed. While working on the PhotoStory I used the knowledge we gained from class to make sure I was ethically incorporating pictures and music into my PhotoStory. It was also important to discuss copyright laws when we created our websites and our YouTube videos. It is extremely important to not claim others work as your own.
An assignment that I found especially interesting was our TurnItIn assignment. By having us post both a plagiarized paper allowed us to get an educator’s perspective on plagiarism. I believe this is a great tool in order to allow students to self-monitor.
I believe that PhotoStory, YouTube, my website all are good examples of using technology ethically. TurnItIn.com should be implemented in all the classrooms. Teachers should use this website any time that they feel as though a student has plagiarized and the students should use the website to self monitor. I think it would benefit students if they were able to do an assignment similar to ours so they can get a feeling about what plagiarism is about.
Artifacts/Evidence:
• YouTube video
• PhotoStory
• TurnItIn
• Website
Future Learning Goals:
My main concern here is actually remembering and implementing all the copyright and fair use laws throughout my teaching experience. The best way for an educator to stay updated with copyright and fair use laws is to be aware of them. If there is a change teachers need to be the first to know, that is why it is so important that teacher constantly learn new and improving information.
Teachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices. Teachers:
a. advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including respect for copyright, intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources
b. address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies and providing equitable access to appropriate digital tools and resources
c. promote and model digital etiquette and responsible social interactions related to the use of technology and information
d. develop and model cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with colleagues and students of other cultures using digital-age communication and collaboration tools
Reflection:
There were many times throughout the semester in which the ethical, legal use of technology was discussed. While working on the PhotoStory I used the knowledge we gained from class to make sure I was ethically incorporating pictures and music into my PhotoStory. It was also important to discuss copyright laws when we created our websites and our YouTube videos. It is extremely important to not claim others work as your own.
An assignment that I found especially interesting was our TurnItIn assignment. By having us post both a plagiarized paper allowed us to get an educator’s perspective on plagiarism. I believe this is a great tool in order to allow students to self-monitor.
I believe that PhotoStory, YouTube, my website all are good examples of using technology ethically. TurnItIn.com should be implemented in all the classrooms. Teachers should use this website any time that they feel as though a student has plagiarized and the students should use the website to self monitor. I think it would benefit students if they were able to do an assignment similar to ours so they can get a feeling about what plagiarism is about.
Artifacts/Evidence:
• YouTube video
• PhotoStory
• TurnItIn
• Website
Future Learning Goals:
My main concern here is actually remembering and implementing all the copyright and fair use laws throughout my teaching experience. The best way for an educator to stay updated with copyright and fair use laws is to be aware of them. If there is a change teachers need to be the first to know, that is why it is so important that teacher constantly learn new and improving information.
NETS 3
3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning
Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society. Teachers:
a. demonstrate fluency in technology systems and the transfer of current knowledge to new technologies and situations.
b. collaborate with students, peers, parents, and community members using digital tools and resources to support student success and innovation.
c. communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital-age media and formats.
d. model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning.
Reflection:
This standard was met with our blogs and websites. These two tools are wonderful ways to inform teachers and parents about the classroom and the intentions of the teacher. Websites are extremely useful for informing parents about the course. The website is the perfect way to introduce you as a teacher and inform the parents of expectations, experiences their children will come in contact with, contact information, schedule, philosophy, and course requirements. Once the website is posted it is simple to navigate and very easy to update and change. This website is much easier than a sheet of paper because it is always available and easy to find.
Artifacts/Evidence:
• Blog
• Website
Future learning goals:
I plan to implement this standard in my curriculum. This will help students as well as parents. Teaching the students how to navigate the web to find this teacher information is important. This will eliminate house calls and confusion. The students will have a place on the web to find information and that will give the teacher more time to plan out instruction and create activities that maximize efficiency in the classroom.
Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society. Teachers:
a. demonstrate fluency in technology systems and the transfer of current knowledge to new technologies and situations.
b. collaborate with students, peers, parents, and community members using digital tools and resources to support student success and innovation.
c. communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital-age media and formats.
d. model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning.
Reflection:
This standard was met with our blogs and websites. These two tools are wonderful ways to inform teachers and parents about the classroom and the intentions of the teacher. Websites are extremely useful for informing parents about the course. The website is the perfect way to introduce you as a teacher and inform the parents of expectations, experiences their children will come in contact with, contact information, schedule, philosophy, and course requirements. Once the website is posted it is simple to navigate and very easy to update and change. This website is much easier than a sheet of paper because it is always available and easy to find.
Artifacts/Evidence:
• Blog
• Website
Future learning goals:
I plan to implement this standard in my curriculum. This will help students as well as parents. Teaching the students how to navigate the web to find this teacher information is important. This will eliminate house calls and confusion. The students will have a place on the web to find information and that will give the teacher more time to plan out instruction and create activities that maximize efficiency in the classroom.
NETS 2
2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments
Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessment incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETS•S. Teachers:
a. design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity.
b. develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable all students to pursue their individual curiosities and become active participants in setting their own educational goals, managing their own learning, and assessing their own progress.
c. customize and personalize learning activities to address students' diverse learning styles, working strategies, and abilities using digital tools and resources.
d. provide students with multiple and varied formative and summative assessments aligned with content and technology standards and use resulting data to inform learning and teaching.
Reflection:
I have learned so much in this class as far as how to use technology to facilitate experiences that increase student learning. The teacher made tools apply to this standard because they are tools made using the internet to develop and evaluate learning experiences. I was completely flabbergasted when I found out that you can develop rubrics, word puzzles, word finds, hidden messages, double puzzles, mazes, cryptograms, letter tiles, and fallen phrases on the internet. These things are so easy to make. We made a multiple choice quiz and we were able to include true false answers. This was so interesting and I definitely plan on taking this to my future classroom with me.
Artifacts:
Web tools:
rubric, online quiz, worksheet, and puzzle
Future learning goals:
My future goals are to deepen my skills with technology by creating more authentic tools for assessing students work. I plan on going back to these websites and creating quizzes for my class because these sites allow me to put the exact information I want the students to learn. What makes these sites so incredible is the teacher does not have to worry about correctly setting up the format or struggling with word to make sure everything lines up correctly and is visually appealing.
Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessment incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETS•S. Teachers:
a. design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity.
b. develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable all students to pursue their individual curiosities and become active participants in setting their own educational goals, managing their own learning, and assessing their own progress.
c. customize and personalize learning activities to address students' diverse learning styles, working strategies, and abilities using digital tools and resources.
d. provide students with multiple and varied formative and summative assessments aligned with content and technology standards and use resulting data to inform learning and teaching.
Reflection:
I have learned so much in this class as far as how to use technology to facilitate experiences that increase student learning. The teacher made tools apply to this standard because they are tools made using the internet to develop and evaluate learning experiences. I was completely flabbergasted when I found out that you can develop rubrics, word puzzles, word finds, hidden messages, double puzzles, mazes, cryptograms, letter tiles, and fallen phrases on the internet. These things are so easy to make. We made a multiple choice quiz and we were able to include true false answers. This was so interesting and I definitely plan on taking this to my future classroom with me.
Artifacts:
Web tools:
rubric, online quiz, worksheet, and puzzle
Future learning goals:
My future goals are to deepen my skills with technology by creating more authentic tools for assessing students work. I plan on going back to these websites and creating quizzes for my class because these sites allow me to put the exact information I want the students to learn. What makes these sites so incredible is the teacher does not have to worry about correctly setting up the format or struggling with word to make sure everything lines up correctly and is visually appealing.
NETS 1
1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity
Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments. Teachers:
a. promote, support, and model creative and innovative thinking and inventiveness.
b. engage students in exploring real-world issues and solving authentic problems using digital tools and resources.
c. promote student reflection using collaborative tools to reveal and clarify students' conceptual understanding and thinking, planning, and creative processes.
d. model collaborative knowledge construction by engaging in learning with students, colleagues, and others in face-to-face and virtual environments.
Reflection:
I have a hard time understanding computers. Growing up I played outside and our family did not have a computer. I did not even know what a computer was until I was in eighth grade and I had to take computer discovery. I have learned so much in this class as far as how to use technology to facilitate experiences that increase student learning. We did a powerpoint demonstrating we knew how to turn on and off various technology that assists people with hearing and sight disabilities. Also teachers can use their knowledge of subject matter by showing students how technology based activities relate to the real world. One thing I did was create a photostory about the beach. I spent my time taking pictures of the waves, shells, animals, and sand to provide my students with a rich experience of the beach. This is wonderful for students who may not have much background knowledge. Since a beach is nowhere close to where I am at then bringing it to the classroom through technology is the next best thing. To make the experience even richer for the students I could bring in shells from that beach and sand. I could also tell the students how the beach smells and allow other students to describe their experiences.
Artifacts/Evidence:
• Concept mapping
• Assistive technology
• Photostory
Future learning goals:
I have learned many basic skills in technology through completing these activities. Although I have learned many things, I feel that it is important to continue learning and bringing new ideas and activities into my future classroom. I have not had the opportunity to use the skills I have learned in a classroom yet, but I plan on taking my experiences and providing each student with a rich experience and accommodate the needs of every student in my classroom.
Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments. Teachers:
a. promote, support, and model creative and innovative thinking and inventiveness.
b. engage students in exploring real-world issues and solving authentic problems using digital tools and resources.
c. promote student reflection using collaborative tools to reveal and clarify students' conceptual understanding and thinking, planning, and creative processes.
d. model collaborative knowledge construction by engaging in learning with students, colleagues, and others in face-to-face and virtual environments.
Reflection:
I have a hard time understanding computers. Growing up I played outside and our family did not have a computer. I did not even know what a computer was until I was in eighth grade and I had to take computer discovery. I have learned so much in this class as far as how to use technology to facilitate experiences that increase student learning. We did a powerpoint demonstrating we knew how to turn on and off various technology that assists people with hearing and sight disabilities. Also teachers can use their knowledge of subject matter by showing students how technology based activities relate to the real world. One thing I did was create a photostory about the beach. I spent my time taking pictures of the waves, shells, animals, and sand to provide my students with a rich experience of the beach. This is wonderful for students who may not have much background knowledge. Since a beach is nowhere close to where I am at then bringing it to the classroom through technology is the next best thing. To make the experience even richer for the students I could bring in shells from that beach and sand. I could also tell the students how the beach smells and allow other students to describe their experiences.
Artifacts/Evidence:
• Concept mapping
• Assistive technology
• Photostory
Future learning goals:
I have learned many basic skills in technology through completing these activities. Although I have learned many things, I feel that it is important to continue learning and bringing new ideas and activities into my future classroom. I have not had the opportunity to use the skills I have learned in a classroom yet, but I plan on taking my experiences and providing each student with a rich experience and accommodate the needs of every student in my classroom.
List of Artifacts
1. Blog: http://www.blogger.com/home?pli=1
2. Concept mapping: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9ZTBjODk4MmYtYWFmNy00Mzc3LWE3ZWYtMmZiZTg3ZTcxYjhi&hl=en
3. Web Tools:
a. Rubric: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9MjI4MmFiNGMtZjgyYy00ZDgwLTg4Y2EtOGM4ZWUyNjkwZmI1&hl=en
b. Online quiz: http://www.classmarker.com/teacher/edit_test.php?test_id=173461
c. Worksheet: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9ZmQxYTk5ZGQtZjAzMi00NmFlLTgyNmYtZWI1N2Q0NDNmMTFl&hl=en
d. Puzzle: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9YzQwMzkyNzgtZjIxZi00M2QwLWE3MGEtMWVkM2UyNTI3NDUw&hl=en
4. Web site: https://sites.google.com/site/2011it365spring/
5. PhotoStory: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljrBI-k
6. Assistive Technology: https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9NjZmMzQxYTQtZWVhYS00NzliLTk2ZDktMDJkYTMzNWY5NTE0&hl=en
7. Turnitin: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9OWFiMmVkNTYtNjZiYS00YzI1LTk2N2ItNzk4YjkwMWQ1OWQx&hl=en
2. Concept mapping: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9ZTBjODk4MmYtYWFmNy00Mzc3LWE3ZWYtMmZiZTg3ZTcxYjhi&hl=en
3. Web Tools:
a. Rubric: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9MjI4MmFiNGMtZjgyYy00ZDgwLTg4Y2EtOGM4ZWUyNjkwZmI1&hl=en
b. Online quiz: http://www.classmarker.com/teacher/edit_test.php?test_id=173461
c. Worksheet: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9ZmQxYTk5ZGQtZjAzMi00NmFlLTgyNmYtZWI1N2Q0NDNmMTFl&hl=en
d. Puzzle: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9YzQwMzkyNzgtZjIxZi00M2QwLWE3MGEtMWVkM2UyNTI3NDUw&hl=en
4. Web site: https://sites.google.com/site/2011it365spring/
5. PhotoStory: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljrBI-k
6. Assistive Technology: https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9NjZmMzQxYTQtZWVhYS00NzliLTk2ZDktMDJkYTMzNWY5NTE0&hl=en
7. Turnitin: https://docs.google.com/viewer?a=v&pid=explorer&chrome=true&srcid=0Bw6M9xHxCFJ9OWFiMmVkNTYtNjZiYS00YzI1LTk2N2ItNzk4YjkwMWQ1OWQx&hl=en
Introduction to blogfolio
This blogfolio is a collection of things that I have done over the course of IT365. I have included NETS standards with an explanation of each one. I also have a blog with a page that is all about me, my education, interest and websites that I have found helpful for me throughout this course.
This blogfolio includes links to the assignments I have completed throughout the semester. I have included these to demostrate how the assignments connect to the NETS standards. It is important to become familiar with technology so that I can use it in the classroom when I become a teacher.
This blogfolio includes links to the assignments I have completed throughout the semester. I have included these to demostrate how the assignments connect to the NETS standards. It is important to become familiar with technology so that I can use it in the classroom when I become a teacher.
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