1. In my experiences with educational technology, I learned that technology doesn't fix our problems. People should understand that computers can't educate us students. Another thing is that people with disabilities can do things easier with it by people being able to go to school by taking internet classes. A good thing is that every day more and more things/programs are developed to continue to enhance educational technology.
2. I enjoyed it because for me he is speaking the truth. He was informative with his work. Yes it does help me predict the future with computers because we both agree that things continuously change and more things develope. It is very important that all students know how to use computers because now days, they are becoming the center of education.
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
My WebQuest Evaluation
Overall Aesthetics-10
Introduction-4
Task-10
Process-12
Resources-8
Evaluation-6
Total-50/50
Introduction-4
Task-10
Process-12
Resources-8
Evaluation-6
Total-50/50
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Post One: WebQuest Project
My partner for the webquest project was Devarous (Buster) Finney and the title of our webquest was "Basketball for All." It really didn't have a title, but that is what I like to call it. In the project, Buster set up the pages and I found and put the information into the webquest pages. In our webquest we teach the basic skills and drills to learning and playing basketball.
I enjoyed working on this webquest with Buster because we are both Kinesiology majors and both are into sports. I enjoyed working with Buster and by working with him I learned that we have a lot in common and have a lot of the same ideas. I enjoyed every minute of the work and learning process and don't have a part that I liked the worst or least.
I enjoyed working on this webquest with Buster because we are both Kinesiology majors and both are into sports. I enjoyed working with Buster and by working with him I learned that we have a lot in common and have a lot of the same ideas. I enjoyed every minute of the work and learning process and don't have a part that I liked the worst or least.
Post Two: Article about Online Learning
The article we were assigned to read was written and researched by Kyong-Jee Kim and Curtis J. Bonk. In this article, it talked about how different instructors and administrators in post secondary institutions were surveyed in a study. They did this to observe the trends in online education. The study includes predictors toward the changing roles of online instructors, student expectations, and needs dealing with online learning, pedagogical innovation, and projected technology use in the courses. They used a scientific method and researched them first and then made a survey to collect more data. The information was put into different types of graphs and charts with explanations of what was found. A conclusion is included along with a discussion section.
I agree with the author's of the article because I have taken a couple of on-line courses and there really wasn't too much work to be done. We were always able to use the book on tests and quizzes and the homework assignments were simple. I really don't have an opinion on the results but to say they seem so true. I honestly think that more people will try to do on-line learning, but it will eventually get shut out because the teachers in classrooms will feel neglected.
I agree with the author's of the article because I have taken a couple of on-line courses and there really wasn't too much work to be done. We were always able to use the book on tests and quizzes and the homework assignments were simple. I really don't have an opinion on the results but to say they seem so true. I honestly think that more people will try to do on-line learning, but it will eventually get shut out because the teachers in classrooms will feel neglected.
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Post 2: Volleyball Passing (Revised)
INTRODUCTION:
I chose to do my lesson plan over passing volleyball because I love to play the sport and I plan to coach it one day. It will help me in the future because I will have something to go back and use as a reference when I begin to coach my own players.
SUBJECT:
Volleyball passing
GRADE LEVEL:
7TH grade
OBJECTIVES:
Students will learn specific techniques on how to properly and accurately pass volleyball.
STANDARDS:
TEKS 116.23
MATERIALS:
Volleyball
PROCEDURES:
1. Quickly get to the ball and set your position.
2. Set your position.
a. Place feet with one slightly ahead of the other shoulder width apart.
b. Hand should be joined together with thumbs parallel.
c. Knees should be bent and arms extended out.
d. Back should be straight and body relaxed.
e. Keep eyes on the ball.
3. Make contact with the ball.
a. With hands together, receive ball with non-dominant side.
b. Upon contact with the ball, extend legs slightly and move arms slightly forward and upward.
4. Follow Through.
a. Keep hands together after hitting the ball.
b. Do not let arms release too much and keep them below your shoulders.
c. Transfer your weight to the forward foot.
I chose to do my lesson plan over passing volleyball because I love to play the sport and I plan to coach it one day. It will help me in the future because I will have something to go back and use as a reference when I begin to coach my own players.
SUBJECT:
Volleyball passing
GRADE LEVEL:
7TH grade
OBJECTIVES:
Students will learn specific techniques on how to properly and accurately pass volleyball.
STANDARDS:
TEKS 116.23
MATERIALS:
Volleyball
PROCEDURES:
1. Quickly get to the ball and set your position.
2. Set your position.
a. Place feet with one slightly ahead of the other shoulder width apart.
b. Hand should be joined together with thumbs parallel.
c. Knees should be bent and arms extended out.
d. Back should be straight and body relaxed.
e. Keep eyes on the ball.
3. Make contact with the ball.
a. With hands together, receive ball with non-dominant side.
b. Upon contact with the ball, extend legs slightly and move arms slightly forward and upward.
4. Follow Through.
a. Keep hands together after hitting the ball.
b. Do not let arms release too much and keep them below your shoulders.
c. Transfer your weight to the forward foot.
Post 2: Volleyball Passing
INTRODUCTION:
I chose to do my lesson plan over passing volleyball because I love to play the sport and I plan to coach it one day. It will help me in the future because I will have something to go back and use as a reference when I begin to coach my own players.
SUBJECT:
Volleyball passing
GRADE LEVEL:
7TH grade
OBJECTIVES:
Students will learn specific techniques on how to properly and accurately pass volleyball.
STANDARDS:
TEKS 116.23
MATERIALS:
Volleyball
PROCEDURES:
Quickly get to the ball and set your position.
Set your position.
Place feet with one slightly ahead of the other shoulder width apart.
Hand should be joined together with thumbs parallel.
Knees should be bent and arms extended out.
Back should be straight and body relaxed.
Keep eyes on the ball.
Make contact with the ball.
With hands together, receive ball with non-dominant side.
Upon contact with the ball, extend legs slightly and move arms slightly forward and upward.
Follow Through.
Keep hands together after hitting the ball.
Do not let arms release too much and keep them below your shoulders.
Transfer your weight to the forward foot.
I chose to do my lesson plan over passing volleyball because I love to play the sport and I plan to coach it one day. It will help me in the future because I will have something to go back and use as a reference when I begin to coach my own players.
SUBJECT:
Volleyball passing
GRADE LEVEL:
7TH grade
OBJECTIVES:
Students will learn specific techniques on how to properly and accurately pass volleyball.
STANDARDS:
TEKS 116.23
MATERIALS:
Volleyball
PROCEDURES:
Quickly get to the ball and set your position.
Set your position.
Place feet with one slightly ahead of the other shoulder width apart.
Hand should be joined together with thumbs parallel.
Knees should be bent and arms extended out.
Back should be straight and body relaxed.
Keep eyes on the ball.
Make contact with the ball.
With hands together, receive ball with non-dominant side.
Upon contact with the ball, extend legs slightly and move arms slightly forward and upward.
Follow Through.
Keep hands together after hitting the ball.
Do not let arms release too much and keep them below your shoulders.
Transfer your weight to the forward foot.
Post 1: Electronic Gradebooks
An electronic grade book is an easier way for teachers to keep up with things pertaining to their classrooms like grades and attendance. By using these, teachers don’t have to worry about loose papers or taking the risk of misplacing their grades all together. It is simple and easy to use and can also be used as a feedback tool for parents and students. The two websites that I chose to send you to are www.gradelog.com and www.electronic-school.com/2001/03/0301poweruser.html.
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
November 4 Presentation
Eric Shipley decided to do a presentation over the Role of Technology in the Classroom. In his presentation, he includes a purpuse of having it in class; technology for teachers like using powerpoints; technology for students; computers and video projectors; how teachers really don't know how to use the technology; assistance for special needs students like voice synthesizers; and showing how it is an imminent part of everyday life.
I really enjoyed this presenttion, especially the information he gave about helping people with special needs. He did a great job!
I really enjoyed this presenttion, especially the information he gave about helping people with special needs. He did a great job!
Saturday, November 3, 2007
Nov. 1, 2007 Presentations
Steven Faulkner and Heather Binder chose to do their presentation over Technology In The Classroom. Examples they used included Powerpoint, Calculators, DVD, Computer, Internet, Electronic grading, and they also gave the Pros and Cons of using technology in the classroom.
Jill Jaggers and Ryan Jarrell chose to do their presentation over the Role of Technology in the Classrooms with Sports and Math. Some of the things they decided to present were calculations for statistics and records, powerpoint for game plays, video players, inspiration for game plans, microsoft office suite, PDA's, and graphing calculators.
Kristin Brant and Stephen Blassingame chose to do their pesentation over the Role of Technology in Classrooms. They listed the effects it would have, the changes in student roles, the changes in teacher roles, increased motivation and self esteem, technical skills, accomplishment of more complex tasks, and more collaboration with peers.
I enjoyed all of the presentations!
Jill Jaggers and Ryan Jarrell chose to do their presentation over the Role of Technology in the Classrooms with Sports and Math. Some of the things they decided to present were calculations for statistics and records, powerpoint for game plays, video players, inspiration for game plans, microsoft office suite, PDA's, and graphing calculators.
Kristin Brant and Stephen Blassingame chose to do their pesentation over the Role of Technology in Classrooms. They listed the effects it would have, the changes in student roles, the changes in teacher roles, increased motivation and self esteem, technical skills, accomplishment of more complex tasks, and more collaboration with peers.
I enjoyed all of the presentations!
Friday, November 2, 2007
October 31st Presentations
The first group, Nicole and Sylwester, did their research about integrating technology into the classroom. They used examples like the ERIC research and the research cycle. They also used the Education Resources Information Center, which includes journal articles, books, virtual libraries, ect.
The second group, Lauren Mayes and Tiffany Gregory, did their presentation over physical education and technology. They used examples like spreadsheets, graphics and charts, electronic gradebooks, motion coaches, and dance revolution. Motion catch show visual descriptions of the activities.
The third group, Martha Daniel-Dupree and Loren Gray, did their presentation over Integrating Technology into Classrooms with Art, Theatre, Computer graphics, and Animation. Examples of the music programs they chose were tuners, metronomes, pyware, sibelius, and smart music. Examples of the theatre programs they chose were movie soundtracks, lights, sound, stage design, and productions. All of the groups did a great job!
The second group, Lauren Mayes and Tiffany Gregory, did their presentation over physical education and technology. They used examples like spreadsheets, graphics and charts, electronic gradebooks, motion coaches, and dance revolution. Motion catch show visual descriptions of the activities.
The third group, Martha Daniel-Dupree and Loren Gray, did their presentation over Integrating Technology into Classrooms with Art, Theatre, Computer graphics, and Animation. Examples of the music programs they chose were tuners, metronomes, pyware, sibelius, and smart music. Examples of the theatre programs they chose were movie soundtracks, lights, sound, stage design, and productions. All of the groups did a great job!
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