Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Generation IM
"Generation IM" was a great insight into how prevalent technology is in today's society. Teens spend an average of 6.5 hours a day using media, and even children between the ages of 0-6 are exposed at least two hours a day. Reading this article reminded me that kids these days are growing up in an environment that is almost completely reliant on technology to function. Whether or not it is good or bad doesn't matter because it is happening whether we like it or not. I was reminded how much information there is available, and how the advancement of technology has allowed children to begin to explore and create. Technology allows children to be limitless in their inventions and broadens the horizons of their minds when it comes to creation. I would use was I have learned from reading this article in a science lesson by having my students blog about what they learned in class and what questions they might still have. I might even post pod casts of that days lessons that would allow students to go back and hear again what was said during class. This would help them to recall what they are supposed to know and help with memory and further understanding.
SMART Boards
I learned a lot about the SMART Board in class. I think it is a great advancement in the world of education as it helps students with all sorts of learning styles. For example, students who are visual learners will be able to have their needs met solely by looking at the board. The SMART board is interactive which means that students who need to learn through physical activity can have their needs met by physically using the board. The SMART board plays sounds as well which helps students who learn aurally.
I still have questions about whether the board may be distracting to some students and how often it should be used? Should it be used for every class period or should other lessons be taught using the white board or using other methods as well?
I still have questions about whether the board may be distracting to some students and how often it should be used? Should it be used for every class period or should other lessons be taught using the white board or using other methods as well?
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Week 3
I found Marc Pensky's article on Digital Natives verses Digital Immigrants very interesting. . Growing up overseas and being considered an immigrant, I never knew what was going on. In this sense, I have a lot more compassion for the older generation that does not understand the great things about technology.
My grandfather was a teacher and we recently had a conversation about the use of technology in education. I told him I thought it was wonderful how much access to information students have today, but he did not agree. In his opinion, the most effective way to learn is from a physical book, with a notepad and pen.
After reading this article I understand better that his brain was programmed that way, which is why he has that preference. I also understand now that children's brains these days are wired completely different as they are constantly surrounded by technology. Technology is to today's children, what the book, pen and notepad were to the generation before, and I think it is important to accept that and use that information to help children learn today.
My grandfather was a teacher and we recently had a conversation about the use of technology in education. I told him I thought it was wonderful how much access to information students have today, but he did not agree. In his opinion, the most effective way to learn is from a physical book, with a notepad and pen.
After reading this article I understand better that his brain was programmed that way, which is why he has that preference. I also understand now that children's brains these days are wired completely different as they are constantly surrounded by technology. Technology is to today's children, what the book, pen and notepad were to the generation before, and I think it is important to accept that and use that information to help children learn today.
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Assignment 2
In my lesson I plan to use both the pen, to circle important words and drag other words into the box for a game we will play. I will also use the highlighter to highlight specific sentences that will help students find the right answers.
I think that using a SMART board in class will help me as a future teacher if I learn how to use it correctly and effectively. Students these days are constantly using technology whether watching TV or playing games on an Ipad. Technology is everywhere and I think if we can make a connection between education and technology, it doesn't have to be a bad thing that rots children's brains, like many people believe. I am excited to learn more about what different tools can be used to help students learn better with the SMART Board.
Teacher NETS:
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.
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
Student NETS:
Creativity and Innovation
Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct
knowledge, and develop innovative products and
processes using technology.
a. Apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas,
products, or processes
b. Create original works as a means of personal
or group expression
c. Use models and simulations to explore complex
systems and issues
d. Identify trends and forecast possibilities
I think that using a SMART board in class will help me as a future teacher if I learn how to use it correctly and effectively. Students these days are constantly using technology whether watching TV or playing games on an Ipad. Technology is everywhere and I think if we can make a connection between education and technology, it doesn't have to be a bad thing that rots children's brains, like many people believe. I am excited to learn more about what different tools can be used to help students learn better with the SMART Board.
Teacher NETS:
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.
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
Student NETS:
Creativity and Innovation
Students demonstrate creative thinking, construct
knowledge, and develop innovative products and
processes using technology.
a. Apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas,
products, or processes
b. Create original works as a means of personal
or group expression
c. Use models and simulations to explore complex
systems and issues
d. Identify trends and forecast possibilities
Monday, January 21, 2013
Week One
There are multiple reasons why I want to become a teacher, but what really sparked my determination to pursue teaching was based on the fact that I knew it was the last thing anyone would ever expect of me.
I struggled a lot academically all through out my school years, but in high school there were a few teacher's that began helping me with my schoolwork outside of class and took the time to invest in me. Knowing that my teacher's believed in me and wanted to see me succeed gave me the motivation and confidence to become a better student. It is because of these specific teacher's that helped me and told me not to believe what other's said about me that I have succeeded this far, and now it is my passion to do that for future generations.
Technology is a great resource to have in the classroom and I am excited to learn how to use it better! Students these days are becoming more and more tech savvy, and I think that incorporating something they relate so well to in the classroom will get them more excited about learning. Having technology speeds up the learning process as information is so readily available which is another bonus to both students and teachers alike.
I struggled a lot academically all through out my school years, but in high school there were a few teacher's that began helping me with my schoolwork outside of class and took the time to invest in me. Knowing that my teacher's believed in me and wanted to see me succeed gave me the motivation and confidence to become a better student. It is because of these specific teacher's that helped me and told me not to believe what other's said about me that I have succeeded this far, and now it is my passion to do that for future generations.
Technology is a great resource to have in the classroom and I am excited to learn how to use it better! Students these days are becoming more and more tech savvy, and I think that incorporating something they relate so well to in the classroom will get them more excited about learning. Having technology speeds up the learning process as information is so readily available which is another bonus to both students and teachers alike.
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
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