Monday, April 27, 2009
Before this class, I had heard of Twitter and had become a member. After I become a member, I never logged on again. Then we all opened new accounts in my EDM 310 class. Since then, I have logged on every few days and keep up with some old friends. I really enjoy it on a personal level, but do not think I could ever use Twitter in the classroom. I would have to see another teacher in action before I could consider it.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Critique of Podcasts
I have listened to several of the students' podcasts. First of all, I want to say that I really enjoy participating in the podcast recordings. It was a very neat experience that I will also use in my classroom.
I think the podcasts were great, but I would change some things. I think I would have them recorded without an audience. I know I was very nervous talking (while being recorded) in front of my classmates. I could hear some background noise.
I think, including my podcast, some sounded like they were being read instead of talked about. I know that I did read at the beginning of my podcast because I wanted the audience to get a good understanding of my topic (ACCESS). It is confusing if you have never heard of it, but I think in retrospect I would have not read it. I would have just talked.
I think the podcasts were great, but I would change some things. I think I would have them recorded without an audience. I know I was very nervous talking (while being recorded) in front of my classmates. I could hear some background noise.
I think, including my podcast, some sounded like they were being read instead of talked about. I know that I did read at the beginning of my podcast because I wanted the audience to get a good understanding of my topic (ACCESS). It is confusing if you have never heard of it, but I think in retrospect I would have not read it. I would have just talked.
Another EDM 310 Student's Blog Observation
I have looked at several other students' blogs. I think the blogs are a positive thing in the classroom. I think if the teacher, like Mr. Sullivan, keeps his/her blog updated and uses it for an informational/educational purposes, it can be very beneficial.
In my EDM 310 class this Spring, I have learned a lot through the blogs. Students are able to keep and be kept updated on what is going on in the classroom. If they are questioning their blog, all they have to do is look at the other students.
If a student misses class (like I have this semester), he/she can look at the Instructor's blog to keep up with what they missed. The syllabus, handouts, assignments, instructional videos, and all other important stuff is linked to on the Instructor's Blog. They can re-print, re-read, or re-watch any they may loose or forget.
I will certainly use blogs in my classroom. I am going to teach high school math, and will always post videos or links to help my students who may be struggling or just want extra work to help them understand the material.
In my EDM 310 class this Spring, I have learned a lot through the blogs. Students are able to keep and be kept updated on what is going on in the classroom. If they are questioning their blog, all they have to do is look at the other students.
If a student misses class (like I have this semester), he/she can look at the Instructor's blog to keep up with what they missed. The syllabus, handouts, assignments, instructional videos, and all other important stuff is linked to on the Instructor's Blog. They can re-print, re-read, or re-watch any they may loose or forget.
I will certainly use blogs in my classroom. I am going to teach high school math, and will always post videos or links to help my students who may be struggling or just want extra work to help them understand the material.
The Stanford Challenge: Seeking Solutions Podcast
I really enjoyed listening to what Carol Dweck had to say about "Growth" vs. "Fixed" minds. I agree with her. The difference between the two is one (growth) is where people who are curious to continue learning and never stop (they think intelligence in a lifelong process), and the other (fixed) is where people want to look intelligent, but never take the time to continue to learn.
Carol said that she did a study on this and neither group knew about the other. She said that the "growth" group were actually more intelligent than the "fixed" group. I think this is obvious. One who continues to learn will always surpass, at some point, one who thinks he/she knows it all.
I will use this strategy when I am a teacher. I will explain to my students that the brain has a larger memory than any computer. It is important that we continue to let our brains grow and expand.
Carol said that she did a study on this and neither group knew about the other. She said that the "growth" group were actually more intelligent than the "fixed" group. I think this is obvious. One who continues to learn will always surpass, at some point, one who thinks he/she knows it all.
I will use this strategy when I am a teacher. I will explain to my students that the brain has a larger memory than any computer. It is important that we continue to let our brains grow and expand.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Randy Pausch's Last Lecture
I really enjoyed Randy's lecture. His use of "head fakes" were a very useful teaching method. I will try to remember those when I start teaching. From this lecture, I learned to make learning fun and the students will learn without knowing that they are actually learning.
Randy really talked about believing in people and never giving up on them, because eventually they will come around and do what is right. He also talked about criticism. He said when no one offers criticism that we should be concerned. He used an example of when he was playing football, the coach was really hard on him. He said it was because the coach cared and he knew that Randy could do better. When they stop, it means they no longer care for you.
He said child hood dreams are very important and achieving them is what his "head fake" is all about. Randy only has 2-3 months to live and his going over his childhood dreams in this lecture and has accomplished almost all of them. The ones that he did not accomplish, he uses for lessons learned. I really enjoyed listening to Randy.
Randy really talked about believing in people and never giving up on them, because eventually they will come around and do what is right. He also talked about criticism. He said when no one offers criticism that we should be concerned. He used an example of when he was playing football, the coach was really hard on him. He said it was because the coach cared and he knew that Randy could do better. When they stop, it means they no longer care for you.
He said child hood dreams are very important and achieving them is what his "head fake" is all about. Randy only has 2-3 months to live and his going over his childhood dreams in this lecture and has accomplished almost all of them. The ones that he did not accomplish, he uses for lessons learned. I really enjoyed listening to Randy.
Monday, March 9, 2009
iTunes University
I found iTunes Iniversity to be a very neat idea. I can use it to stay updated in my classes as well as give it to the students for further learning. I could assign to the students certain clips to watch per class for their benefit because maybe they are not able to learn from my teaching. There could be a link between my teaching and a student's learning that a could be found by the students on iTunes University.
I am actually going to watch some of the movies about mathematics throughout the rest of the semester because I am not doing as well as I need to be calculus. Not only will I benefit from it when I am a teacher, but I am benefiting from it now as a student. To learn more about iTunes University, CLICK HERE
I am actually going to watch some of the movies about mathematics throughout the rest of the semester because I am not doing as well as I need to be calculus. Not only will I benefit from it when I am a teacher, but I am benefiting from it now as a student. To learn more about iTunes University, CLICK HERE
Monday, March 2, 2009
Duke University's use of iPods
Duke University distributed about 1600 iPods to first year students in August 2004 as an initiative to create the use of more technology in the education department. The iPods' music database and hard drive storage were widely used for academic progress. The students were able to use them to record class lectures, field studies, study support, and file storage and transfer.
Although they are very helpful, like all things, they had downfalls. Some were unable to share and transfer with one another. The recordings were not of significant quality. There was also a lack of bulk purchases.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW DUKE'S SUMMARY
Although they are very helpful, like all things, they had downfalls. Some were unable to share and transfer with one another. The recordings were not of significant quality. There was also a lack of bulk purchases.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW DUKE'S SUMMARY
Dr. Alice Christie
I viewed Dr. Christie's website. I found it to be pretty useful for teachers. She has made everything on the site easily accessible. There were several links available.
The part of the site that I got the most use out of is the Educational Technology link. She goes into Instant Messaging, giving the viewer different IM lingo. She shows how podcasting can be used for teaching and learning. I also found the multimedia link neat. She goes into detail on how multimedia can be used as well.
The part of the site that I got the most use out of is the Educational Technology link. She goes into Instant Messaging, giving the viewer different IM lingo. She shows how podcasting can be used for teaching and learning. I also found the multimedia link neat. She goes into detail on how multimedia can be used as well.
Wikipedia
I can't believe Wikipedia is still out there. It would seem like if it is so unreliable, it would be deleted. I will never trust Wikipedia as a source for anything I am working on.
I can understand the FBI or CIA wanting to change things, but Wal-Mart??? Give me a break. I think they should be focusing on lowering prices rather than Wikipedia.
I can understand the FBI or CIA wanting to change things, but Wal-Mart??? Give me a break. I think they should be focusing on lowering prices rather than Wikipedia.
May: Customer Service
I listened to the video posted in regards to a customer service call made to HP. The majority of the call was spent with the customer service representative asking about the model and serial number instead of the actual problem. The post was about how maybe we should take more time and concern when it comes to customer service.
I think he made a very valid point. If we do not teach one another things, we will never learn. If someone asks you for help, help them. Help them understand the problem and let them try to work it out on their own. Do not just jump in and do it for them.
I think he made a very valid point. If we do not teach one another things, we will never learn. If someone asks you for help, help them. Help them understand the problem and let them try to work it out on their own. Do not just jump in and do it for them.
Last Semesters podcasts
I listened to two podcasts from last semester. The first one was by Joel Graham, Noelle Shipman and Kimberly Kelly on the topic of YouTube for educational purposes. I did not find anything that I would change. They spoke very clearly and took turns. Nobody spoke over the other. I could tell it was very organized.
The second podcast that I listened to was by Susan Smith, Bridget Thompson-Hall and Angela Minish. There was two reasons that I chose this one: I know Bridget and I will be doing my podcast on the same subject. I also thought that their podcast was very organized as well. I really could not critique anything negatively.
The second podcast that I listened to was by Susan Smith, Bridget Thompson-Hall and Angela Minish. There was two reasons that I chose this one: I know Bridget and I will be doing my podcast on the same subject. I also thought that their podcast was very organized as well. I really could not critique anything negatively.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Monday, February 2, 2009
SECOND INTERNATIONAL CLASSROOM BLOG
This is Kim Cofino's blog. She states that Always Learning is a place to reflect on her teaching and learning as the 21st Century Literacy Specialist at the International School Bangkok in Thailand. On her blog, you can find out more about her professional experiences at her electronic portfolio, which she shared with her husband, Alex, an ESL/English teacher. I have attached two pictures that she had on her blog.
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FIRST INTERNATIONAL CLASSROOM BLOG POST
Mr. Purdy's Africa/International Teaching Blog just simply tells about his classroom. He has posted pictures of his class. One of which I have attached. This was a neat blog. I really enjoyed viewing it. This picture is beautiful.
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SECOND UNITED STATES CLASSROOM BLOG POST
This is a blog that Coach Bailey at Chet's Creek school has created for his P.E. class. He appears to be a very active man who loves his students. He is a very positive instructor. On one of his posts, he is happily introducing a new comer. I have never seen a P.E. teacher have a blog. I have attached a picture that he has on his blog.
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First United States Classroom Blog Post
This blog appears to be one created by a student-teacher keeping an update on her internship. She writes about a first grade sleep over which she loved. She also talks about teaching fifth graders how to use clay. She has posted several pictures. I really enjoyed this blog. It was very creative.
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Sunday, January 25, 2009
"DID YOU KNOW?"
This video absolutely amazed me. I guess we all need to pack up and move to Great Britian. LOL I can see the reason for this presentation. Educators in general need to step up and teach for today's world.
There is so much technology out there. We can not continue to teach in a desk/chalkboard setting and expect to be the best nation in the world. I, as a teacher, will strive to do my best to help my students in this area.
There is so much technology out there. We can not continue to teach in a desk/chalkboard setting and expect to be the best nation in the world. I, as a teacher, will strive to do my best to help my students in this area.
ACCESS
ACCESS is a very useful tool. It was first introduced to Gov. Bob Riley on November 1, 2004. It allows students in the State of Alabama to take courses during school hours that could potentially count as credits to college. To be an ACCESS teacher, you must be highly qualified.
ACCESS is free to the State of Alabama. It allows students to engage in Advanced Placement (AP), elective, and other courses to which they may not otherwise have access to. I was truly amazed by the amount of course offerings.
ACCESS is free to the State of Alabama. It allows students to engage in Advanced Placement (AP), elective, and other courses to which they may not otherwise have access to. I was truly amazed by the amount of course offerings.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
ALEX
Alabama Learning Exchange (ALEX) is an online educational resource tool for the education industry. Offering many ideas for the classroom, ALEX is easily accessed. It offers different course studies for all grade levels and subjects.
ALEX also offers lesson plans for teachers. Students and teachers all benefit from ALEX as well as some of the other online education tools. I will for sure be using this website in the future!!!
ALEX also offers lesson plans for teachers. Students and teachers all benefit from ALEX as well as some of the other online education tools. I will for sure be using this website in the future!!!
Saturday, January 17, 2009
The "About Me" Post
My name is Ashley M. Reed. I am attending USA in hopes of graduating a becoming a secondary math teacher. I have a three year old son, Kendall Zaine. I have been dating the most amazing man ever, Eric, for 7 months. I have a schnauzer/poodle named Jabo. I am employed by Turner, Onderdonk, Kimbrough, Howell, Huggins & Bradley Law Firm as a legal secretary. I really enjoy my job. For fun Kendall and I usually hit the beach every chance we get.
Monday, January 12, 2009
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