"Students need guidelines to assist them in learning to use online
resources appropriately. For this assignment, you will create a list of grade-appropriate classroom
rules to guide student use of the Internet, email, technology tools,
mobile devices, and any additional grade-appropriate resources you might
want to use with your students."
Netiquette Presentation
This presentation is a collaboration of classroom
rules to guide student use of the Internet, email, technology tools,
mobile devices, etc. This presentation was created using Google
Presentation and includes speaker notes on every slide for easy
reference. This artifact is an
example that advocates,
models, and teaches safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information
and technology, including respect for copyright, intellectual property,
and the appropriate documentation of sources.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Jigsaw
"The Jigsaw method is a cooperative learning technique in which students work in small groups. Jigsaw can be used in a variety of ways for a variety of goals, but it is primarily used for the acquisition and presentation of new material, review, or informed debate. In this method, each group member is assigned to become an "expert" on some aspect of a unit of study. After reading about their area of expertise, the experts from different groups meet to discuss their topic, and then return to their groups and take turns teaching their topics to their group mates."
Jigsaw Method
Collaboration is a huge part of what education can offer today. The jigsaw method that is previously described is one way that teachers can create an environment where students work together to achieve a collaborated result. When working towards a common goal, I feel as if the effort put forth by students is greater. It is like a team working together to be as successful as they possibly can.
If you had five computers in your classroom you could divide students into jigsaw groups of five people and have students from separate groups create their "expert group" to work together researching their specific topics on the five computers. Once students complete research they can regroup with the jigsaw folks and present information they found. This contributes to several motives of collaboration for students.
Benefits of this method include group work, interaction, communication and respect for peers. This is a drawn out process that students could get worn out on if repeated multiple times. I do like this method as a strategy to mix up the structure of a classroom.
Jigsaw Method
Collaboration is a huge part of what education can offer today. The jigsaw method that is previously described is one way that teachers can create an environment where students work together to achieve a collaborated result. When working towards a common goal, I feel as if the effort put forth by students is greater. It is like a team working together to be as successful as they possibly can.
If you had five computers in your classroom you could divide students into jigsaw groups of five people and have students from separate groups create their "expert group" to work together researching their specific topics on the five computers. Once students complete research they can regroup with the jigsaw folks and present information they found. This contributes to several motives of collaboration for students.
Benefits of this method include group work, interaction, communication and respect for peers. This is a drawn out process that students could get worn out on if repeated multiple times. I do like this method as a strategy to mix up the structure of a classroom.
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Realm of Creativity or Succubus of Dread
What you are about to read is a reflection on goal setting. I believe strongly in this subject and it is something I think about everyday. I currently work for a student development program called the Outdoor Program here at Boise State University. We focusing on personal leadership development, experiential learning, goal setting, and feedback to improve the people we are and all that we can contribute to this lifetime. I am all about creating SMART goals (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely) and supporting others in their endeavors as well.
So, it was totally awesome to read about this content from a teacher's point of view. The information I have been trained to embrace is truly something I can use in all aspects of my life, education included. I loved the importance of creativity that Chris spoke about in his book. Creating that vision and then running with it to see it become a way of life is something I really look forward to in my teaching adventures.
So, it was totally awesome to read about this content from a teacher's point of view. The information I have been trained to embrace is truly something I can use in all aspects of my life, education included. I loved the importance of creativity that Chris spoke about in his book. Creating that vision and then running with it to see it become a way of life is something I really look forward to in my teaching adventures.
Reflections of Assistive Technologies
Josh's Story
Observing Josh and learning about his habits coming into preschool showed the importance of having an open mind to unique situations with students and to be willing to think outside of the box for assistive technologies that can assist them in their education as well as everyday life. Josh had a teacher who was patient and dedicated to his education and improvement. She observed Josh's tendencies and saw his love for books. She adapted to using a AT called the "Book Worm" which allowed for a recording device to be coordinated with certain pages in any given book.
Josh utilized this tool to bridge the gap from his nonverbal state, to one where he would follow along with his teacher's recorded voice. It was amazing to see the excitement he showed when the book could be read out loud. He controlled when the recording started for each page. I believe that this probably gave him a sense of independence when using the device. When feeling independent, I think it is possible for tools like the book worm to phase out while the student becomes more advanced.
It goes to show what powerful tools assistive technologies can be when paired with teachers and people who care to take the time to make them work for the the student they involve. These positive experiences of students doing what they love lead to better life opportunities and inspiration to use their gained knowledge.
Observing Josh and learning about his habits coming into preschool showed the importance of having an open mind to unique situations with students and to be willing to think outside of the box for assistive technologies that can assist them in their education as well as everyday life. Josh had a teacher who was patient and dedicated to his education and improvement. She observed Josh's tendencies and saw his love for books. She adapted to using a AT called the "Book Worm" which allowed for a recording device to be coordinated with certain pages in any given book.
Josh utilized this tool to bridge the gap from his nonverbal state, to one where he would follow along with his teacher's recorded voice. It was amazing to see the excitement he showed when the book could be read out loud. He controlled when the recording started for each page. I believe that this probably gave him a sense of independence when using the device. When feeling independent, I think it is possible for tools like the book worm to phase out while the student becomes more advanced.
It goes to show what powerful tools assistive technologies can be when paired with teachers and people who care to take the time to make them work for the the student they involve. These positive experiences of students doing what they love lead to better life opportunities and inspiration to use their gained knowledge.
Monday, October 22, 2012
Virtual School Symposium
Today class took place virtually through a UStream video put together by Chris Haskell. He was attending a national conference in New Orleans and UStream made it possible for us as students to be connected to him, see what he is experiencing, and for him to present to us in a nontraditional way. I thought it was so effective and neat. These current technology tools continue to just blow my mind about the possibilities for schools now as well as in the future. Teachers can go places that may benefit them in several ways as well as provide a resource and teachable moment for their students at the same time.
The subject of today's discussion was professional conferences and the benefits there of. I strongly believe in observation, learning from those around you, and sharing ideas that you may have of your own. Collaboration leads to a unique type of success; where we all take a little and give a little to create a world that suits us. Attending any sort of conference sets the stage for this to happen.
As teachers, it is good to switch up roles and become an active learner and listener. This type of observation allows you to take in information and apply it to your own classroom situations. Professional conferences provide for peers and resources that you can approach to further your knowledge and creativity.
An example of a conference that I would like to attend would be National Art Education Association Convention to be held in Fort Worth, Texas. The NAEA National Convention is an annual conference providing substantive professional development services that include the advancement of knowledge in all sessions, events, and activities for the purpose of improving visual arts instruction in American schools. As such, it is the world's largest art education convention.
The four-day convention includes over 1,000 participatory workshops, panels, seminars for job-alike groups . . . research reports, discussions, exhibits, and tours . . . keynote addresses by world-acclaimed educators, artists, researchers, and scholars . . . with the opportunity to connect with your colleagues from all over the world. Each year some 140-200 exhibitor booths displaying the latest art textbooks, high-tech software, prints, slides, curriculum materials, equipment, and programs, as well as the latest studio and art history media are made available for examination and review to art educator delegates.
The subject of today's discussion was professional conferences and the benefits there of. I strongly believe in observation, learning from those around you, and sharing ideas that you may have of your own. Collaboration leads to a unique type of success; where we all take a little and give a little to create a world that suits us. Attending any sort of conference sets the stage for this to happen.
As teachers, it is good to switch up roles and become an active learner and listener. This type of observation allows you to take in information and apply it to your own classroom situations. Professional conferences provide for peers and resources that you can approach to further your knowledge and creativity.
An example of a conference that I would like to attend would be National Art Education Association Convention to be held in Fort Worth, Texas. The NAEA National Convention is an annual conference providing substantive professional development services that include the advancement of knowledge in all sessions, events, and activities for the purpose of improving visual arts instruction in American schools. As such, it is the world's largest art education convention.
The four-day convention includes over 1,000 participatory workshops, panels, seminars for job-alike groups . . . research reports, discussions, exhibits, and tours . . . keynote addresses by world-acclaimed educators, artists, researchers, and scholars . . . with the opportunity to connect with your colleagues from all over the world. Each year some 140-200 exhibitor booths displaying the latest art textbooks, high-tech software, prints, slides, curriculum materials, equipment, and programs, as well as the latest studio and art history media are made available for examination and review to art educator delegates.
Monday, October 15, 2012
Blow up the gradebook?
Blow up the gradebook?
The concept that schools are changing faster than they ever have, that schools will change more in the next ten years than they have in the last one hundred, is an overwhelming and exciting idea that should be seen as an opportunity to create a better environment for students to achieve what they wish.
One of my most prominent visions is to help others discover their own passions and then to give them the resources they need to pursue those passions. In a school that gives students free rein to create the education that inspires them this suddenly comes more than possible.When students are excited about what they are learning, it makes for a better experience.
Imagine students who can efficiently move through school learning about the things that matter to them. An environment like that would allow for students to be inspired to develop further than a traditional style classroom ever would. Without quizzes, due dates, and redundant homework, school suddenly becomes an exciting place for students that sets them up for their own idea of success. Personal success leads to more drive in personal passions. I believe that this will develop a society that is incredibly capable, able to move forward, and who are aware of resources and pursing goals.
The concept that schools are changing faster than they ever have, that schools will change more in the next ten years than they have in the last one hundred, is an overwhelming and exciting idea that should be seen as an opportunity to create a better environment for students to achieve what they wish.
One of my most prominent visions is to help others discover their own passions and then to give them the resources they need to pursue those passions. In a school that gives students free rein to create the education that inspires them this suddenly comes more than possible.When students are excited about what they are learning, it makes for a better experience.
Imagine students who can efficiently move through school learning about the things that matter to them. An environment like that would allow for students to be inspired to develop further than a traditional style classroom ever would. Without quizzes, due dates, and redundant homework, school suddenly becomes an exciting place for students that sets them up for their own idea of success. Personal success leads to more drive in personal passions. I believe that this will develop a society that is incredibly capable, able to move forward, and who are aware of resources and pursing goals.
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