tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86228461369602480142024-02-18T22:48:08.875-06:00Ty Walker's EDM310 blogAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-7295633146998274672014-05-09T20:00:00.002-05:002014-05-10T08:10:30.516-05:00ibook summary-final project<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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This ibook is a summary of Dubai group's journey as students enrolled in EDM310. Though the road was not always a smooth paved one, we worked together as a group and learned many new and exciting things. Our ibook is a visual artifact that highlights our experiences as EDM310 students.Included is a group picture, each members' brief personal bio,book trailor, my sentence/passion videos,favorite blog post, 10 personal photos, and a group discussion. We hope you enjoy our ibook as much as we enjoyed being students in EDM310.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-5441778892795855682014-05-04T15:44:00.002-05:002014-05-04T15:44:51.097-05:00Blog Post 15: Final Reflection<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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For My C4K Assignment I was assigned to the <a href=" http://littlevoiceslittlescholars.blogspot.com/ ">”Little Voices, Little Scholars”</a> class blog. This class is comprised of 2nd year students from Pt. England School in Auckland, New Zealand.<br /><br />
C4k #4 post 1 <br /><br /> This Week I was assigned to Meleona's blog post entitled <a href="http://pesmelenoav.blogspot.com/2014/04/swimming.html?showComment=1397347463705#c880359536839593599 ">”Swimming”</a>. In this post Meleona tells about the 8 swimming lessons that she and her classmates got to experience. They were taught by professional swimming coaches and seemed to enjoy the experiene a lot. <br /><br />
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Hi Melenoa!
My name is Ty Walker and I'm a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. Thank you for sharing your experience with the world! You did a great job of explaining the techniques that your instuctors used and of how to execute them. This post could possibly inspire someone who is afraid to take lessons to try something new! Would you like to take more lessons? Do you think you would ever want to compete in a swimming competition? <br /><br />
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C4K Post 2 <br /><br /> This week I was assigned to Jarreka's blog post entitled
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My response:<br /><br /> Hi Jarreka!
My name is Ty Walker and I am a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. I really enjoyed hearing about your monster truck. You did a good job of describing how it looks. There was a monster truck show in my hometown of Mobile, Al last week, I'm sure you would have enjoyed it.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-63372899823654651662014-04-27T14:25:00.001-05:002014-04-27T14:25:08.743-05:00C4T #4<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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For this month's C4T I was assigned to a blog entitled <a href="http://whatedsaid.wordpress.com/ ">”What Ed Said”</a> by Edna Sackson.
C4K#4 Comment 1 This Week I was assigned to the blog post entitled <a href=" http://whatedsaid.wordpress.com/2014/04/09/its-not-about-making-learning-happen-its-about-letting-it-happen/ ">”It’s not about making learning happen, it’s about letting it happen”</a>. The main lesson I gained from this post was that You don't need a teacher to teach you if you want to learn. It reminds me of people who can not afford college and begin to self educate themselves. There is more than one way to accomplish anything and this blog provides many examples of how to do so, with focus on helping students who use English as a second language.
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C4K#4 Comment 2 This week I was assigned to the blog post entitled <a href="http://whatedsaid.wordpress.com/ ">”10 understandings about digital citizenship”</a>. In the post Edna gives 10 keys points about what she feels it means to take part in digital citizenship. She begins her post with a definition, "Digital citizenship is the ability to participate in society online. It includes consuming and creating digital content as well as interaction".
When I read this post I immediately begin to think of our previous blog post pertaining to PLNs. In an age where technology is of the utmost important we should all learn to utilize the resources we have available and link up with other educators who can potentially be of assistance to us in regard to providing our students with the best education possible. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-84417451785452321572014-04-20T21:17:00.001-05:002014-04-22T11:59:21.138-05:00Blog Post 13<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>Math seems to have become an area of weakness for many students. Give specifics examples of ways that technology can help to improve or at least make students more interested in mathematics</b>. <br /><br />
This topic is very personal to me because I am an A student but I have always suffered in math. Some time around 6th grade I begin to lose interest in math and as a result my grades begin to slip. Although students are already at more of an advantage because of the shift to student centered leaning, the lack of mathematics skills is still an issue. With the add of technology we as educators can really assist students with improving their math skills and keeping their interest in a subject that can offer them endless employment opportunities.<br /><br />
The first thing I would do is incorporate the SMART board into as many math lessons as possible. When students can apply concepts directly they retain the information longer and become more interested. Instead of giving worksheets or individual bell ringers I would have students demonstrate the problem on the SMART board so that those who may not be able to complete the problem alone but are too afraid to ask for additional help can have the opportunity to grasp certain concepts.
The next thing I would do is register my students for websites where they can practice mathematics problems during free time in class. Many of these websites help students to better understand concepts they may not have had enough time to grasp during class. This would also ensure that students who don't have internet access at home can get the extra help they may so desperately need. <br /><br />
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I don't think one particular thing can fix the issue that we are having as it relates to mathematics. As a country, we are afforded so many luxuries so it puzzles me as to why we score significantly lower than other countries when tested in the area of mathematics. Although there is no quick fix we must start with gaining and keeping the interest of our students. Interested teachers grow up to be involved and interested teachers and that is where the solution lies. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-32560217516144954072014-04-10T14:34:00.002-05:002014-04-10T14:34:17.100-05:00Blog Post 12<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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C4T #3- Posted March 12, 2014<br /><br />
I had the pleasure of reading Jeff Utecht's blog post entitled <a href="http://www.thethinkingstick.com/in-2014/ ">”In 2014”</a>. I can't think of more appropriate subject mattter as it relates to EDM310. This post is a cry for improved technological advances amongst all school systems. In the post many prevelant issues are addressed and in my opinion not a moment too soon. <br /><br />
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My name is Ty Walker and I am a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. I can't even explain how refreshing I found this blog post. Technology is such an important aspect of our lives, especially pertaining to education, yet so many people are afraid to take the inevitable leap. Of all the suggestions mentioned, I especially agree that if schools can not or will not provide students with electronic devices for learning purposes that they should be allowed to bring their own. Here in Alabama, the Baldwin County School System is spearheading efforts to do just that. They have provided all of their students, K-12, with a Macbook or an Ipad. I feel that this is the direction in which all school systems should be headed and this post made it obvious that I am not the only person who feels this way.<br /><br />
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C4t #3- Posted March 25, 2014<br /><br />
I was again assigned to Jeff Utecht's blog, but this week I commented on a post entitled <a href=" http://www.thethinkingstick.com/flipboard-as-a-textbook-replacement/ ">”Flipboard as a Textbook Replacement”</a>. I really feel that this blog is one that I will continue to read in the future because the subject matter is so relevant. In this post Jeff says that he hopes textbooks in the classroom will become obsolete and uses flipboard as an example of a more useful replace. He also gives examples of things that can be accomplished while using Flipboard as a classroom curator. <br /><br />
My response:
Hi Jeff,
My name is Ty Walker and I'm a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. This is my second time being assigned to your blog and I enjoyed this post just as much as I did the first. The fact that you hope that textbooks will soon be on their way out is a very interesting concept. My professor always speaks about the idea of "burp back education" and without textbooks that way of teaching would be impossible, which is a very good thing. I know it will probably be years before we see a change, if textbooks are ever replaced at all but your idea was very well presented and something that I wouldn't mind trying in the future.
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C4K #1 Posted: April 9, 2012<br /><br />
This week I was assigned to the Little Voices, Little Scholars class blog where I read and commented on a post entitled <a href=" http://littlevoiceslittlescholars.blogspot.com/search/label/Butterfly%20Creek">”Butterfly Creek”</a>. These Students reside in New Zealand and documented their trip to Butterfly Creek through pictures they displayed in the form of a video. Below is my response:<br /><br />
Hello Class,
My name is Ty Walker and I'm a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. I found your trip to Butterfly Creek to be very well documented. It shows other children some of the things they will be able to do if theydecide to visit Butterfly Creek. It seems that the class was very happy to be able to interact with the butterflies! Was anyone in your class afraid to touch the butterflies or let them fly onto their clothes? Did you see a butterfly emerge from a cacoon? I hope you all continue to be little explorers and document every step of the way! <br /><br />
C4K #2 Posted: March 26, 2014<br /><br />
This week I was assigned to Asena's blog post entitled <a href=" http://pesasenav.blogspot.com/">”Sports at Tamaki College”</a>
My response: Hi Asena!
My name is Ty Walker and I'm a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. Good post! I was not familiar with the college you mentioned so it was great that you provided your readers with background information. I think it is a good idea that they allow you all to participate in group activities for sports because it will prepare you for future work you may to do within a group. I hope you continue to share your experience in your blog and good luck to you and your team in your future challenges. <br /><br />
C4K#3 Posted March 20,2014<br /><br />
This week I was assigned to Pehso's blog post entitled <a href=" http://pespehsoa.blogspot.com/ ">”Science with Mr. Barks”</a>. In his post Pehso explains why he like science and also some of the experiments they conduct while they are woriing in the science lab.<br /><br />
Hello Pehso,
My name is Ty Walker and I'm a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. Good post! When I was younger I really enjoyed science as well! I remember when I was 8 years old I made a volcano using vinegar and baking soda, I'm almost 27 now and I still remember how fun it was. I think it was great to mention that you have to concentrate while performing experiments. A sceince lab is not a place to play around because someone could easily get hurt by not following instructions. What were some of the hard things you did while you were in class 1? What do you use the liquid soap and vegetable oil for in Mr. Barks' class?
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There is lot to be learned for Sir Ken Robinson, mainly that he believes there is an immediate need to change the way in which we educate. After viewing <a href=" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9LelXa3U_I ">”Bring on the Learning Revolution”</a>. Mr. Robinson stresses the need for a educational revolution because no one way of doing any particular thing is correct and believing so only hinders us. He uses the idea that not landing a high paying job constitues wasting ones life. As an example he mentioned someone he'd encountered at a book signing who worked as a fire/rescue employee, he said he was told by his teacher at a young age that if he chose this as a career it would be a waste of his life. I believe the worst thing we as educators or even as mentors can do is to discourage a child from his or her dreams and aspirations. If we change our way of thinking now, engage in an educational revolution, and shift to a non traditional approach to teaching where a students individual qualities are assessed we will certainly be changing for the better.
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Another thing I learned from Mr. Robinson was that many people only exist, they aren't actually living. I say this because of his mention of people who love what they do versus those who just put up with their profession. I would hate to live my entire life doing a job that I didn't truly enjoy or a job for which I did not have a true passion. I have always wanted to make a difference in the lives of young people and one of the most postitive ways to do that is to give them an educational experience they can carry with them for a lifetime and I honestly believe that in order to accomplish this we have to continuously change with the times, not adapt once the change has occured. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-35336309877209513202014-03-30T22:03:00.002-05:002014-03-30T22:03:24.461-05:00PBL #15<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href=" https://sites.google.com/site/caniaffordmyneedsandmywants/home">”Can I afford my wants and my needs?”</a> is a week and a half long project based lesson in which students will become news reporters for a imaginary local news station. Their cover story is how gas prices affect children in their age group and ultimately how people decide to spend their money. They will need to research information thoroughly to report their findings through a group multi-media presentation as well as an individual essay. To begin, I would have a local newscaster explain to the class how reporters investigate in order to gain information related to a particular case. A local gas station owner or manager will be invited to be a guest speaker to help kick off the event, as well. Their presentations will include facts and information about gas, where it comes from, the prices, and how it affects people with the everyday economy.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-35571835133935251312014-03-30T11:48:00.001-05:002014-03-30T22:41:19.015-05:00 Project 12: Smartboard Part A<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/Fd23e0teaa8" width="480"></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-88790566653593909922014-03-23T22:17:00.002-05:002014-03-23T22:17:56.710-05:00Blog Post 9<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href=" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YdHvzSb6AQ ">”Interview with Kathy Cassidy Part 1”</a> <br /><br />
To hear how Mrs. Cassidy began integrating technology into her classroom with only 5 computers was truly amazing. Many times we let the lack of anything deter us from moving forward with a situation, but instead Mrs. Cassidy sought funding for additional computers and found multiple ways to bring technology into her classroom. Like many other 21st century educators, the key idea that Mrs. Cassidy wanted to convey was that technology is essential and that we cannot effectively teach this generation of students using dated techniques. Mrs. Cassidy stated that she began her webpage over a decade ago and her blog about 5 years ago. Since then she has worked for her students to express themselves through blogs because it provides them with an audience to which they may not otherwise have access. Being able to see how many page views they have is a way to keep the students engaged and encourages them to continue post to their blog. In closing we are reminded that is absolutely essential for teachers to be technologically literate. We are left with these closing thoughts from Mrs. Cassidy, even though some teachers prefer to do things the way they’ve always been done technology is not going away and we should all except the facts and adapt our teaching accordingly.<br /><br />
I think I will most definitely incorporate student blogs into my classroom curriculum, not only does it help to improve writing skills but it is also a fun way to use technology. At some point I'm sure that internet or computer access would be a problem for some students so for that particular group, I would allow classroom time to work on their blogs. I anticipate that some of the benefits would be improved writing skills and an increased opportunity to begin personal learning networks. <br /><br />
<a href=" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YdHvzSb6AQ ">”Interview with Kathy Cassidy Part 2”</a><br /><br />
In this video Mrs. Cassidy provides us with ways to incorporate technology into our classrooms and outside lives. Your personal interests should fuel the way in which technology is used in your classroom. She mentioned Flickr, Facebook, and blogging as good entry points. Dr. Strange and Mrs. Cassidy stressed the importance of twitter in expanding PLN's, but also warn not to give up quickly because it may seem like it isn't much help in the beginning. I used twitter daily for about 2 straight years and then I stopped abruptly. Since I have become and education major I see the benefits in using twitter and I would definitely recommend it to all future educators that I may encounter. <br /><br />
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<a href=" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YdHvzSb6AQ ">”Interview with Kathy Cassidy Part 3”</a><br /><br />
In video 3 EDM310 students asked Mrs. Cassidy various questions related to integrating technology into the classroom. The questions ranged from how often she did certain things to how technology could be used for none core curriculum classes such as physical education. Another important concept discussed was plagiarism related to blogs and explained that it is considered collaboration when the information is used to help someone present that same information in a different way. I feel that this was a very important point to discuss because many people wonder how effective blogs can actually be when others can read someone's post and try to use it as their own. Mrs. Cassidy's explanation was very insightful and will help a lot of students in the future. Another important topic discussed was blog safety. She adviced students not to post their last name, pictures of themselves, or venture off into areas not previously approved. I found these videos to be very informative and I would definitely recommend them for future courses. <br /><br />
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As teachers, we have a responsibility to help our students learn to the best of our abilities. Often times, this includes introducing them to new tools that can make the learning process easier and more interesting and it seems nothing can accomplish this more than the use of technology. These tools help students become more self-sufficient and also help with communication skills though collaborations a student may have with others using the same resources. I have found many resources that valuable learning and communication tools but some stuck out more than others. <br /><br />
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I really enjoyed the resources provided by <a href=" https://www.edmodo.com/home"> Edmodo</a>. The site is open to students as well as teachers and one of its main focuses is establishing a Personal Learning Network. It is a tool that allows teachers to communicate with their students outside of class while providing an environment where students are expected to work independently, collaborate with other students, and exchange information. Along with document sharing options students can view and upload videos and other important documents, for instance a group project. Last but not least, parents can be kept in loop about their child’s learning process and can communicate with the teacher if any questions arise. <br /><br />
Edmodo is one of many tools available to students and teachers but it is one that encompasses many useful things. I think more tools like this are needed to be an effective 21st Century teacher because it keeps the students engaged while also encouraging them to be independent. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-22476269657508887912014-03-16T23:18:00.001-05:002014-03-16T23:18:18.446-05:00PBL Project #14<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href="https://sites.google.com/site/whatonearthismammal/home"> What on Earth is a Mammal?</a>
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"What on earth is a Mammal" is a week long Project Based lesson plan best suitable for grades 3-5. This website will provide learning objectives, a daily calendar and a rubric for assessment. After a brief introduction to the material, students will be placed in groups of 3-4 where they will be introduced to iCurio, Google Docs and Discovery Ed as research and presentation tools. The objectives of this lesson include collaborative research, completing an assessment rubric, and effectively using Google Docs and the SMART board to present the information they’ve learned. The driving question is: What is a mammal?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-23968999794677391702014-03-16T16:59:00.001-05:002014-03-16T17:00:58.183-05:00C4T #2 <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I was assigned Daniel Edwards' blog entitled <a href="http://dedwards.me/ "> “pedagogy first-technology”</a>. In short, I feel that Mr. Edwards set out to expose some of the weaknesses that are prevelant in the field of education. One issue he mentioned that was of particular interest to me was how North American students rank considerably lower than other countires on an international level. He believes that teachers not wanting to accept that technology is a major part of the education process is in essence harmful to the students. He believes that now, more so than any other period in time, is an exciting time to be a teacher. We have more technological advances than ever before and with more opportunities than previous generations were afforded. His issue however, was whether or not teachers are taking full advantage of these opporunites because so many of them are reluctant to leave behind the way of teaching they were taught. Mr. Edwards spent a particular amount of time discussing "flipping the classroom". He speaks of the benefits associated with this concept and also the reservations that some teacher have with incorporating such concepts into their classrooms. I really enjoyed reading this blog, below is my response: <br /><br />
My name is Ty Walker and I am a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. This was a very thoughtful post! Technology is very important to the learning process and so is change. Even now, many teachers are hesitant to branch out from the traditional methods of teaching despite the fact that their students can potentially suffer. I agree with you about the general lack of concern about how poorly students test on a national level and I believe technology has a lot to do with that situation. Some school systems have already began to provide students as young as Kindergarten age with an iPad or mac book which is a step in the right direction. This can improve the learning process and provide students with better opportunities. Change is inevitable and in order to effectively compete with other nations, as far as education is concerned, every teacher should do their part to ensure that we are enhancing the learning process for our students.
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-60795237005878666532014-03-15T17:34:00.001-05:002014-03-15T17:34:26.827-05:00Project #9 Book Review "Teaching Digital Natives" by Mark Prensky<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/WllmDu1dDmE" width="480"></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-46431198163630921342014-03-02T10:19:00.001-06:002014-03-02T10:19:21.251-06:00Project #13- Lesson Plan<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<a href="https://sites.google.com/site/theferriswheelofwater/"> Ferris Wheel of Water – Lesson Plan</a><br /><br />“The Ferris Wheel of Water” is a week and a half long project based lesson plan that will teach 5th grade students about the water cycle while providing them with hands on learning objectives. After a brief introduction to the material, students will be placed in groups of 4-5 (depending on class size) where they will be introduced to iCurio, Google Docs and Discovery Ed as research and presentation tools. The objectives of this lesson include collaborative research, completing an assessment rubric, and effectively using Google Docs and the SMART board to present the information they’ve learned. Dubai group’s driving question is: What are the components of the water cycle?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwnOvZuab0zzA-Uq5zFP4DUpYG_BtjbM8rHAuUyq5jSKJxRwS9AUe4jT8vfBccRgTpWTHGbUGigUGN0EvdvSxIxYoCrmKfji7EclYiEhmK8-cH2IyrrBqsolQOKOmS-FB_-PLkyGacNE8/s1600/Hydro_cycle%5B1%5D.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt= "The Water Cycle" TITLE= Source:http://coastgis.marsci.uga.edu/summit/images/Hydro_cycle.jpg "0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwnOvZuab0zzA-Uq5zFP4DUpYG_BtjbM8rHAuUyq5jSKJxRwS9AUe4jT8vfBccRgTpWTHGbUGigUGN0EvdvSxIxYoCrmKfji7EclYiEhmK8-cH2IyrrBqsolQOKOmS-FB_-PLkyGacNE8/s320/Hydro_cycle%5B1%5D.jpg" /></a></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-24897530329899072192014-03-01T21:35:00.001-06:002014-03-18T15:10:29.028-05:00Blog Post 7<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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After watching <a href=" http://www.cmu.edu/randyslecture/ ">” Randy Pausch’s Last Lecture.”</a> I couldn't help but feel inspired about how I can help perpetuate a child's dreams and aspirations. Dr. Pausch was an excellent professor who stressed the importance of creativity among his students and was very passionate in all that he taught. Amongst other things, Dr. Pausch wanted his students to understand the importance of respecting others, being honest, and bringing their own experiences to different situations. <br /><br />
This lecture made me realize the importance of engaging students in a fun way. So often as teachers we stick to a straight and narrow road, focused only on meeting required standards and learning objectives, not realizing that sometimes we may be disengaging the students. When students actually have fun with learning they are more likely to retain and master the information that is presented. <br /><br />
A main focus of the lecture was Entertainment Technology Center which was in use at Carnegie Mellon University. It required teamwork and out of the box thinkers to get it up and running but it is a wonderful addition to the University. In short, the program provides information about the fundamentals of Project Based Learning. Dr. Pausch also stated that self and peer editing are very important steps in project based learning.
There are many things to be learned from Dr. Pausch about teaching and learning. First, a teacher should be innovative and willing to work on teams in order to achieve certain goals. Second, we should recognize the importance of valuing a student's unique set of knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes. Third, we shouldn't be afraid to be criticized or offer constructive criticism. Last but certainly not least, we as teachers should make learning fun! <br /><br />
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C4K #1 <a href=" http://kidblog.org/MrsGeldes2014/74246849-3d79-48eb-89b1-70ed2bd170a2/super-bowl-xlvii/ ">”Super Bowl XXVII”</a> by Madison posted January 31, 2014<br /><br />
My first C4K for the month of February was a reply to Madison's blog post. Madison is a student in Mrs. Geldes class and seemed to be very excited about the upcoming festivities. She discussed bets people make, snacks eaten while watching the game and asked readers who they thought would win. Below is my reply:<br /><br />
Hello Madison! My name is Ty Walker and I am a student in Dr. Strange's EDM310 class at the University of South Alabama. This was a very informative post. Yes, I have heard of the Super Bowl and although I'm not a huge football fan I often watch the game with my parents. I don't like guacamole but I do eat cheese and jalapenos while watching the game. Do you like cheese and jalapeno peppers?<br /><br />
C4k #2 e books by Robert posted January 22,2014 <br /><br />
For my second C4K post I was assigned to Robert's blog which was all about e books. The readers are introduced to what e book are and some of the benefits. Below is my reply:<br /><br />
Hello Robert!
My name is Ty Walker and I am a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. I think this was a great topic because some people may not have known about e books before your post. I liked paper back books a lot when I was your age, but now my favorite way to read is using apple iBooks. I hope you continue to enjoy reading, knowledge is power <br /><br />
c4k #3<a href=" http://kidblog.org/3rdBlock-18/4ced1c6f-d55e-4d0a-9170-84d1b087aee5/this-i-believe-7/">”This I believe”</a> by KW7ERA February 5, 2014<br /><br />
My third C4K assignment can't be described as anything less than an ode to football. There are vivid descriptions of the type of contact players have with each other and a description of several different plays that are popular within the sport. The blogger is also a football player and expressed his dreams of one day playing in the NFL. Below is my reply: <br /> <br />
My name is Ty Walker and I am a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. I really enjoyed your post! Even though I am not a fan, football does seem to be an exciting sport. Also, it is refreshing to encounter a young person who is thinking of taking a passion to the next level. You are already aspiring to play football in college and potentially in the NFL, those are wonderful goals. I wish you the best of luck, because with hard work and determination anything is possible.<br /><br />
C4k #4 <a href=" http://sjsdblogs.com/allysad/ ">”Color Poem”</a> by Allysa D. posted February 3 2014
This post was very deep and I must admit I was not expecting to read such an intense poem as a part of a C4K assignment. In the post Allysa discusses odd behavior exhibited by her father as well as how they make her feel. In the end she reveals that he has a drug problem. Below is my reply: <br /><br />
My name is Ty Walker and I am a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. This was an excellent post. Your poem was very powerful and it amazes me that you shared such a sensitive topic with your peers. You may not have realized it at the time, but this poem may help someone who is in a similar situation. I can tell from your poem that the situations weighs heavily on you, but it may be best to stop worrying and just hope for the best. I admire your bravery and wish you the best of luck with coming to terms with your situation.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-30194063522841340252014-02-23T10:08:00.002-06:002014-02-23T10:08:29.144-06:00Project #8 <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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In resource number one, <a href=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YEls3tq5wIY&feature=player_embedded"">”A 7th Graders Personal Learning Environment”</a> we were given a brief overview of how a 7th grade student uses the internet and her PLN to aid with her science class. Without instruction, she reached out to an Australian scientist to look over the information on her blog, thus exhibiting the true essence of engaging in a Personal Learning Network. <br /><br />
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In <a href=" http://blog.web20classroom.org/2011/05/building-your-pln-primer-for-anyone.html ">”Building your PLN- A Primer for anyone”</a> Steven Anderson discussed the importance of PLN's and taking your connections global in order to improve upon the educational process. Steven is very involved with the global aspect of PLN's and has made contact with many different countries and is especially looking forward to linking up with someone who resides in Antarctica. He talked about the importance of collaborating with other educators and also discussed ways to do so, such as blogging, Twitter and Skype. <br /><br />
Of all the resources provided, I would have to say that <a href=" http://www.johnstrange.com/edm310fall2009/PLN.pdf ">”Developing a Personal Learning Network in EDM310”</a> was the most informative. It is a very clear guide on how PLN's are created, the purpose they serve, and what they actually accomplish. After reviewing this document, I was better prepared to respond to the questions proposed for this particular blog post. <br /><br />
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A Personal Learning Network is a select group of people with whom you can consult and exchange information with online. The group can be comprised of family, friends, peers or colleagues. The benefits to having a PLN are endless. PLN's can help you as a teacher by enabling you to seek the opinions of other educators, providing access to academic resources such as lesson plans or PBL activities, and providing links to additional educational resources. They are formed by choosing a subject area or particular questions you would like additional opinions or information about and then seeking out people you want to include in your network. Currently, one of the easiest ways to create a PLN is to join a social networking site such as Twitter or Facebook. These sights enable you to search for people by occupatiion, interests or accomplishments thus enabling you to tailor your PLN to your specific needs. Another way to create a PLN is through blogging. Over the course of the semester many of us will begin to create a PLN consisting of peers and current educators, which will be a great help in the future. By starting a PLN now, it will allow us to cement educational relations and resources that will be very helpful to us first year teachers. <br /><br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05223331955662311946noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8622846136960248014.post-79903543466982056172014-02-15T21:34:00.002-06:002014-02-27T13:12:42.893-06:00Blog Post #5<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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The central message expressed by Anthony Capps in this Video was the importance of Project Based Learning being used as a means of learning and not just as a tool by which learning is measured. After watching <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xf3sYSukl7I&feature=c4-overview&list=UUBhoQHFgz0SbhN48mBipPlQ ">”Project Based Learning Part 1”</a> I learned of the change in the way project based learning is interpreted among educators. In the past, PBL was used at the end of a lesson as a way to measure whether or not a student met the learning objectives. Presently, PBL is a method used to aid students in the learning process. I love the way that Anthony incorporates project based learning into his daily instruction and it seems that students enjoy hands on activities which increases the urge to learn. The project that Anthony initiated that involved his students writing to Congressman Joe Bonnor was very interesting. It allowed students to express their personal opinions about a certain topic and allowed for the incorporation of peer editing. Even though only a certain amount of letters were actually sent off, peer editing and revising allowed all students to feel like they were represented. Overall, I feel that EDM310 really gives us as teachers an advantage over those who may not have had such a requirement to fulfill before they graduate. Project Based Learning is a very important part of education in the 21st century and I will incorporate it in many ways when I become a classroom teacher. <br /><br />
In <a href=" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTCjeN6Hzvs ">”Project Based Learning Part 2”</a> Anthony discussed other projects in which his class participated. He also stressed the importance of not having restrictive instructions, this allows students to be more creative and usually results in projects that are more detailed than what a teacher originally expects. Another important issue in this video was what a teacher can do when a parent has an issue with a particular assignment. We as educators have to understand that no two families raise their children alike and that in certain cases precautions should be taken to ensure that all parties feel comfortable. Allowing the option of an alternative project was an excellent solution. <br /><br />
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In video 3 <a href=" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YFPjVtUJ9Vk ">”iCurio”</a> we are given an introduction to iCurio and ways in which it can be used. It is basically a search engine that provides age appropriate audio, text, and pictures that have been filtered specifically for educational purposes. Students and teachers can also store content within iCurio. I think this is a wonderful resource it allows students access to information they need within the risks associated with random internet searches.<br /><br />
It is evident that Anthony Capps is a big fan of Discovery Ed. He explained the benefits of this tool in <a href=" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HUadLUEHY4I&feature=c4-overview&list=UUBhoQHFgz0SbhN48mBipPlQ ">”Discovery Education”</a>. He believes that students retain more information when they have visuals and audio coupled with the information to which they are being introduced. <br /><br />
<a href=" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLne0iMZXJQ ">” The Anthony - Strange list of Tips for Teachers Part 1”</a> is somewhat of a blueprint for first year classroom teachers. Anthony and Dr. Strange provide a view example of how to make year 1 easier. First, it is important for a teacher to have a love of learning. Second, work should be fun! If you love what you do, you tend to become better at doing those things. Third, teachers should know that things will change frequently and should be able to effectively adapt to those changes. In other words, be flexible! Last but certainly not least, allow time for reflection. It is a very important step in the learning process and should be incorporated into as many projects as possible. <br /><br />
Technology is all around us and there is no way to ignore its prevalence. In <a href=" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xqqmq_hEPms ">”Don't Teach Technology, Use It!”</a> Anthony describes how important it is to incorporate the use of technology into the curriculum rather than just teaching it. It is a great motivation tool and students are able to gain hands on experience rather than just hearing about the potential benefits. We as teachers can also aid in the process by completing the activities before hand so that we better understand how to respond to questions a student may have. <br /><br />
In <a href=" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wB3uKpOKQwA ">”Additional Thought About Lessons”</a> Anthony gives us his interpretation of a lesson which he says includes 4 components year, unit, week and daily. On each level standards should be incorporated and they all work together to complete a common goal. <br /><br />
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