Final Reflective Post Blog

Final Reflective Post Blog

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My journey this semester with Intro to Technology for Educators was interesting; I really enjoyed learning more about technology and especially learning how to create blog’s, wiki’s, webpages, citing resources, and many more. I always knew my way around technology since its self-explained, therefore learning how to create certain web items was different, since I had only ever created a Facebook, twitter, and Instagram, in which I would just create it and use it. I realized how important it was to give attribution and cite sources used in my work and will continue to do so. I know I have more to learn and therefore I will continue to practice what I have learned.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFyy3yUREXU

I enjoyed reading the text book and learning the correct terminology to all the technology based items, the way they’re used, and the benefits in a classroom/education. The discussions were something that I have learned differently in my other classes, I usually have to give my opinion over a certain topic chosen and then reply to two classmates, whether I agree or disagree and why. I really enjoyed working on all the assignments assigned, for I have practiced and learned to do much more than I thought I could and I am also aware that I have more to learn!

I would definitely recommend this class to others, It’s a class that seems challenging, yet enjoyable and most of all knowledge is gained that will help prepare me/us for the future, whether it’s for the classroom, homework, personal and or business use. I like the way you made the class interesting with having us work with different things, such as the textbook, websites, wikis, delicious, games, etc. instead of getting our information of the textbook only; and teaching us how to navigate outside of Google when looking up information and/or doing research. 

Resouces:
  Crouch, K. (2013, July 8). ASB Online - Learning with Web 2 Tools. Retrieved April 30, 2015, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFyy3yUREXU
  
  Flickr. (n.d.). Retrieved April 30, 2015, from https://www.m.flickr.com/  

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  YouTube. (n.d.). Retrieved April 30, 2015, from http://www.youtube.com/

Digital Blog L Chapter 12

Digital Blog # L Chapter 12

First, Bring Your Own Technology Programs (BYOT/BYOD) is the program where students are invited to bring any technology device they have at home so they can use at school for their daily learning experiences. In some cases students may purchase or rent inexpensive laptop from a local reseller, when schools cannot afford laptops for each student. This is something that is becoming popular in most schools and actually encouraging students to take their device to school. I don’t really agree with this program, as it was mentioned in the book of how some students will have newer devices than others. And as a parent I feel like it puts pressure on my daughters in taking their own device to school because some of their classmates do so.

Second, Digital Pens and Digital Notepads are devices that can be used to record any written information onto a computer. A Digital Pen is a writing device that records words that someone has written or spoken and they can be accessed on a computer which converts content into typed text (Pogue, 2008). Digital Notepads are the devices that allow users to write and draw and then convert the images to digital text. Digital pens are used in technology to make on-the-spot observations or assessments and consolidate them onto a permanent file for later use; and students can engage during the writing process and express their first draft of ideas. These digital items sound interesting and would like to try them in the future when I become a teacher. I can visualize how this would be something that would promote students engagement during their learning time.

 Third, Developing a Technology-Learning Mindset, teachers are constantly willing to investigate how digital technology can be used to transform teaching and learning in schools. This form requires both creativity and critical thinking; exploring variety of technology tools for their education. Both teachers and students benefit from this, since there is always more to learn, grow, and lead altogether. Using variety of tools helps change the learning styles and make it more fun and interesting. Learning should always have new ways to present materials and avoid falling into a basic classroom with old routines and same techniques.

In conclusion, I have found that the tree concepts are important and necessary when it comes to education, especially as the future unravels more and more around technology. Using these technology tools will help make learning materials more presentable, which will catch the interest of the students. As a personal experience I enjoy being creative and colorful.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D207Er3H8Q

Resources

Maloy, Robert, Verock-O’Loughlin,Ruth-Ellen, Edwards, Sharon A., and Woolf, Beverly Park (2013). Transforming Learning with New Technologies. 2nd Edition. Boston, MA: Pearson Education, Inc.

 Penbook: Bringing Pen Paper Interaction to a Tablet Device. (2013, October 7). Retrieved April 17, 2015, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D207Er3H8Q

Digital Blog K, Chapter 6

Digital Blog K, Chapter 6

First, Web Quests are online inquiries by students which are designed and guided by teachers. Web quests follow an electronic map or touring online from one web resource to the next. They are designed to teach students about a certain topic and the information is digital; therefore teachers pre-select and assess the sites that the students will visit. I chose this concept since I have just finished creating one; Aside from the technical difficulties I experienced, I must say that I really enjoyed it and will be creating more in the future as a teacher. They will help teachers when teaching a lesson and easy to use, students already enjoy using technology, why not implement them into their daily learning?

Second, Online Learning and Virtual Schools are among the most discussed and hotly debated aspects of the digital revolution in education today. Online Learning or Distance Learning- refers to the delivery of educational experiences through computers and other technologies. Virtual Schools- when educational organizations teach students mainly through online learning; these students never enter a brick-and-mortar school building, in which they take all their classed and exams in computers. In my personal opinion this is something that benefits most of the college students, since college is where we come to start our career journey and we can work around our work schedule and daily routines and vice versa. But how beneficial is it for students to k-12 do schooling on line or virtually? I mean yes it sounds great, as parents we don’t have to worry about difficulties or issues that face to face learning may bring, but what about having our children at home all day? Or depriving them from a social life? That is why I think that it’s important to have Blended/Hybrid Learning, which it consists of both face to face and online learning.

 

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Third, Student-to- Expert Communication websites, are websites designed to assist and/or provide resources for students in need; e-tutoring focuses on helping the students, such as if they need extra help in learning a certain math formula and or problem solving the equation. Telementoring usually provides opportunities in learning about careers in different fields. I find this to be great for the older students, such as the high school and college students, since there is times in where we forget how to work out a certain equations and how convenient is it that we just have to message our instructor right when we need the assistance.

In conclusion, I would find these three concepts, especially now that technology can be used during teaching, and most schools are enhancing “BYOD.”

Resources

Maloy, Robert, Verock-O’Loughlin,Ruth-Ellen, Edwards, Sharon A., and Woolf, Beverly Park (2013). Transforming Learning with New Technologies. 2nd Edition. Boston, MA: Pearson Education, Inc.

  What is K12 Online Learning? Online Schools For Students Everywhere. (2007, November 20). Retrieved April 9, 2015, from  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jU1WujyADk