My favorite thing was animoto, because it was a lot of fun and very creative. I also thought the livebinders were neat. It wasn't my favorite thing, but I feel like it will be useful in the future. In doing this project, I know that no matter how much time I spend online {which is a lot} there is always something new to learn and explore.
After graduating with my bachelors, I plan to go straight into a masters program. But afterwards, once I have a job, I might revamp this blog into a classroom blog. I think classroom blogs are great resources for new and upcoming teachers.
Overall, I call this project a success.
Monday, December 3, 2012
Thing 23: Creative Commons.
23 Things is based on Learning 2.0 - 23 Things, which is based on the Learning 2.0 program designed by Helene Blowers - the Technology Director at the Charlotte Mecklenburg Country Public Library.
Knowing the copyright laws and creative commons is important for teachers, because we pull ideas from everywhere. Before this class, I was unaware of the laws and regulations about this, I just knew to site ALL of my resources in my papers. It will be very important in the future when making lesson plans and activities.
Knowing the copyright laws and creative commons is important for teachers, because we pull ideas from everywhere. Before this class, I was unaware of the laws and regulations about this, I just knew to site ALL of my resources in my papers. It will be very important in the future when making lesson plans and activities.
Thing 22: Livebinders.
Livebinders can be used in the classroom to keep online resources together and in one place. Teachers would find this very helpful when making lesson plans. Teachers could also create binder for students with practice resources if they are having trouble in a particular subject area. The binders I created are Teaching First Grade Math, Science Experiments for Elementary Students, and Homework Help.
Thing 21: Animoto.
Animoto is awesome. There really isn't much more to say, seriously, its just awesome. But, because I must explain my thoughts, I'll say more. It's super easy to use, and with the free membership, you can make an unlimited number for 30 second clips. The site has a bunch of background and song choices... or you can upload your own song. And the pictures? Yeah, you can pull them from virtually anywhere: facebook, flickr, instagram, photobucket, or upload from the computer. Conclusion: super easy fun website to use!
Make a video of your own at Animoto.
Friday, November 30, 2012
Thing 20: YouTube.
YouTube is a brilliant resource for teachers and students - there is a video for everything. Teachers can find ideas for lessons and supplementary material, and students can use it for tutoring purposes, entertainment, and research.
I choose this video because I want to teacher kindergarten and I though this would be a fun way to introduce the alphabet.
I choose this video because I want to teacher kindergarten and I though this would be a fun way to introduce the alphabet.
Thing 19: More Social Networks.
I am a member of several online communities, including Flickr, GoodReads, Youtube, and more. Social networking plays a big part in education today, so I think it is important for teachers to become a member of online communities.
The social networking site that appealed to me was Open Source Food. It's a website where you can browse, share, and create recipes. I have recently found a new love for cooking and I'm constantly looking for new recipes, which is why this site caught my eye.
I definitely think GoodReads is a great site. It would be helpful when trying to pick books to discuss in class (and for personal use as well). TeacherPop seems like a great website to be connected with other teachers for discussions. I think I'll keep that one bookmarked in my new delicious account!
The social networking site that appealed to me was Open Source Food. It's a website where you can browse, share, and create recipes. I have recently found a new love for cooking and I'm constantly looking for new recipes, which is why this site caught my eye.
I definitely think GoodReads is a great site. It would be helpful when trying to pick books to discuss in class (and for personal use as well). TeacherPop seems like a great website to be connected with other teachers for discussions. I think I'll keep that one bookmarked in my new delicious account!
Thing 18: Social Networking.
Everyone and their mother has a facebook or twitter these days, but they are useful. Getting straight to the point, I don't like twitter - not trying to step on people's toes, but I just don't see the point. I was required to make an account for another class, and immediately deleted it when the class was over, and I really don't want to make another one, therefore I decided to explore facebook. The link to my profile is at the top, and please don't get too excited because it's nothing special (although I think my cover photo is fabulous!). And for the real stuff:
Social networking sites are a great communication tool for teachers. A teacher can create a classroom profile on facebook or twitter and keep the parents and students updated on news. They can post important dates, birthdays, homework, field trips, and even pictures (with the parents' consent of course).
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