Thursday, April 24, 2014

Learning Reflection

Learning Reflections:

                I have learned an abundant amount of useful information in this course. Information that will not only be helpful using in the classroom but also in everyday life. For example, the journal posts; I am glad to have had this exercise because to me it allowed me to use the computer more than once a week. As we know I am not big on computers but it allowed me the opportunity to have more patience and understanding with computers. Though it was a little tough for me, I really enjoyed most all the projects and activities we had. A few of my favorite were: WebQuest( I really enjoyed doing this one and look forward to using this in the classroom. I think it’s great to engage the students too), collaborative lesson plan ( this was great because we pretended to be the teacher and create a lesson and had a team in which we all worked together), PowerPoint presentations (I wish I would’ve done mine with Pecha Kucha, I still have not looked into it but it was great to see the others students enjoying this project too), and our last assignment was exciting too, our e-portfolios( this was a great end of semester assignment because you corporate all that you have learned in the class in one page). Though I know I am not the best at computers and did not go above and beyond on my assignments (because I just don’t understand computers) I really had a wonderful time with my professor and everything I learned, and I learned a lot, and I had wonderful classmates as well. This class is a must and there should definitely be a similar class to follow it for further learning.

Suggestions and Feedback:
                Honestly I really don’t have any suggestions to give, I think you are doing a wonderful job and I personally have learned a lot that I will be using on a daily base. One of these being bibme which is a wonderful tool I have and will use for all of my classes. I also want to thank you for having  patience with me and understanding.

Learning Connection:
                Internet based projects( the following are a few of our projects):
·         Lesson Plan
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        WebQuest


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Thursday, April 10, 2014

Journal 11

Journal Post #11
Chapter 11

Learning Outcome
Describe the use of assessment in schools.
                Performance evaluation assesses work completed rather than tests taken and includes students writing, individual and group projects, homework, individual presentations, and performances, open book exams, student self-assessments, and teacher observations.
Modern technology offers educators a variety of new tools that can be used in the classroom. Technology can help teachers track and assess their students' as well as their own performance in the classroom. It can also be used to facilitate communication between students and teachers and to create digital records of student growth and development that can easily be passed along from grade to grade.

Digital Dialog
How might an incorrect answer become a positive strategy for teaching or reviewing material without embarrassing anyone who chose a wrong answer?
When students answer incorrectly, praise the student for his/her risk-taking. Some teachers feel that motivating students is really not one of their job responsibilities. However, whether they like it or not, students are expecting and collecting feedback from their instructors. Teachers need to be very aware of impact that their verbal comments and nonverbal body language have on their students' motivation level. Below are some tips for being a motivator and not a demotivator.
The process of motivation stems from stimulation, which in turn is followed by an emotional reaction that leads to a specific behavioral response. In the classroom, if a student's behavior is regarded as desirable and is rewarded, the positive reinforcement stimulates the student to repeat the desirable behavior. If a student's behavior is regarded as undesirable and the individual receives a response with a negative undertone, demotivation results. Furthermore, anxiety and frustration often result if behavior thought to be positive does not lead to proper recognition, reinforcement and reward.
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Summary
                A standard based digital portfolio serves as a way for new teacher candidates to connect work done in the classroom to the specific professional teaching standard they are required to meet in order to earn a teaching license.
                Some advantages to a digital portfolio are: easy access, readymade portability, creative information displays, and sharing information with a wider educational community. On the other hand, the disadvantages can include: the need for technical knowledge, ongoing support, and computer access.

Involving students in the process of performance evaluation builds partnership for learning a concept supported by advocates for democratic schools and classrooms.





Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Chapter 10

Chapter  #10
“Teachers should fashion teaching and learning so that all students have the chance to learn and to demonstrate what they learned-not just those who happen to be gifted with words and number.”
                                                                                                                                                 -Howard Gardner
Learning Outcomes
Give examples of how assistive technologies support teachers in reaching all learners.
                Assistive Technology refers to "any item, piece of equipment, or product system, whether acquired commercially, modified, or customized, that is used to increase, maintain, or improve functional capabilities of individuals with disabilities. These are tools that make academic material more accessible to students by minimizing barriers while maximizing opportunities for learning.
Some examples are: speech recognition software, text reading software, and interactive electronic storybooks are examples of technologies that can promote learning success.
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Digital Dialog
How do you learn best in school- through lectures, hands-on activities, reading texts, using technology? Do your learning preferences vary from subject to subject?
                My way of learning through lectures is by taking a lot of notes and/ or reading along with text. I am one that needs if explained and if possible given a visual example. When I am able to see how it’s done or how it should be done I know what is expected.
                I don’t think that my learning style varies a whole lot because I just need to be able to see what is going on in order to know what’s going on.



Summary
                A universally designed classroom using technology involves changing the classroom learning environment and/or changing the ways curriculum is delivered.          








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