Microblogging
Facebook and Twitter
I am a facebook user--not regular but I have really enjoyed connecting with old friends and family that I wouldn't normally have much contact with. A great social tool, but I am not too sure that for my prek class these have much application. I can see for older kids joining groups and working together on projects and homework would be easier. Teachers could post pertinent info to help students with homework or special projects. Twitter-- I still really don't get it for following friends-- it seems too much like stalking. But for groups--like SBISD-- you could now what is going on and be up to date on all things new.
Backchanneling is fantastic. I can't tell you how many times I wish I had this feature available during inservices and faculty meetings. As for older classrooms, I think this feature would help a teacher know how they have reached the learner and what holes there are in the learning! Great, great great!
Monday, July 19, 2010
#4
You Tube
I enjoyed goofing around in youtube and teacher tube. I know that my children enjoy it.....but I had never taken the time to explore it much myself! Anyway, the amount of info is amazing and time consuming as I sit here exploring!
The advantages of using this resource in the classroom is limitless....using this as a resource for me to learn new approaches and ways to approach learners differently. New concepts, new ideas and new approaches from teachers and professionals all over the country is another great use of youtube!
I think that posting students work would be great! Children always love to see what they are doing and what others are doing. Of course, parents would love to see all of the products as well!
I enjoyed goofing around in youtube and teacher tube. I know that my children enjoy it.....but I had never taken the time to explore it much myself! Anyway, the amount of info is amazing and time consuming as I sit here exploring!
The advantages of using this resource in the classroom is limitless....using this as a resource for me to learn new approaches and ways to approach learners differently. New concepts, new ideas and new approaches from teachers and professionals all over the country is another great use of youtube!
I think that posting students work would be great! Children always love to see what they are doing and what others are doing. Of course, parents would love to see all of the products as well!
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
#3
Skype
At first I really didn't think that this would be an application that I could use in my classroom. But after looking at the different articles I realized that once again I was not thinking out of the box. It is not just a visual telephone--(I don't have much need for a telephone in the classroom) But I do have a great need for experts and often have wonderful experts in parents and with Skype-- it could be anyone! We could use Skype for fieldtrips and experiences that we aren't able to assimilate in the classroom. I loved the idea of using skype for inclusion students or students that have special needs or different cultures. Sounds like a lot of fun...I need to try it with my own family and then see what I can do for the classroom!
At first I really didn't think that this would be an application that I could use in my classroom. But after looking at the different articles I realized that once again I was not thinking out of the box. It is not just a visual telephone--(I don't have much need for a telephone in the classroom) But I do have a great need for experts and often have wonderful experts in parents and with Skype-- it could be anyone! We could use Skype for fieldtrips and experiences that we aren't able to assimilate in the classroom. I loved the idea of using skype for inclusion students or students that have special needs or different cultures. Sounds like a lot of fun...I need to try it with my own family and then see what I can do for the classroom!
Monday, July 12, 2010
#2
Image Generators
Wordle/Wordsift-- I really have enjoyed playing with Wordle (wordsift, not so much)and can see lots of great things that can be done with this. In my class, students can use the wordle to recognize their own name and others in the class room. We could generate a list of words for our themes/units and students can begin to look for known words. This would better used in a class full of readers, but it can still be utilized in a prek classroom.
Voicethread/glogster
I love voicethread! What a wonderful tool to use in the early childhood classroom!! As I was exploring, my mind kept thinking of the wonderful things that voicethread could be used for in my class. Children could introduce themselves, their families, likes and dislikes and friends and teachers could comment on what they learned about them. Children could learn how to work on a piece for publication and teachers and other adults could use voicethread to "notice" awonderful things about their work. It is always nice for them to hear great things about their work! I did like glogster, too. A great program for home projects to do with themes that the children can share. Much of this is way too hard for the littlest ones to do on their own-- but what a fantastic way to work on group projects!
Bookr
I used this program this year to publish books on our theme that were readable by the students-- including name books, friends books, and theme books. Great for the early childhood classroom. I will continue to incorporate this program this year!
Note: I love learning about all this---I just get a bit overwhelmed thinking about how to use it in the classroom ---without it giving me hives! Thanks goodness for my wonderful librarian that helps to make things work easier! Lots of things to remember-- need more time to get it into my curriculum!
Wordle/Wordsift-- I really have enjoyed playing with Wordle (wordsift, not so much)and can see lots of great things that can be done with this. In my class, students can use the wordle to recognize their own name and others in the class room. We could generate a list of words for our themes/units and students can begin to look for known words. This would better used in a class full of readers, but it can still be utilized in a prek classroom.
Voicethread/glogster
I love voicethread! What a wonderful tool to use in the early childhood classroom!! As I was exploring, my mind kept thinking of the wonderful things that voicethread could be used for in my class. Children could introduce themselves, their families, likes and dislikes and friends and teachers could comment on what they learned about them. Children could learn how to work on a piece for publication and teachers and other adults could use voicethread to "notice" awonderful things about their work. It is always nice for them to hear great things about their work! I did like glogster, too. A great program for home projects to do with themes that the children can share. Much of this is way too hard for the littlest ones to do on their own-- but what a fantastic way to work on group projects!
Bookr
I used this program this year to publish books on our theme that were readable by the students-- including name books, friends books, and theme books. Great for the early childhood classroom. I will continue to incorporate this program this year!
Note: I love learning about all this---I just get a bit overwhelmed thinking about how to use it in the classroom ---without it giving me hives! Thanks goodness for my wonderful librarian that helps to make things work easier! Lots of things to remember-- need more time to get it into my curriculum!
Sunday, July 11, 2010
#1
What a great product and very informative on technology research. I feel like the key is staying on the cutting edge of technology and informing the students what is relevant and how to cull through info. I know that students often take what they find on the internet as gospel rather than looking at the source. Yes, I know that a librarian can do this.....I have seen it! It is imperative that the librarian is knowledgeable and able to take students from point a to point b. That is where I think I would have trouble-- knowing all of the different resources, sources and knowing what product fits the best with the info! I love the thought of getting away from worksheets and the same ole stuff. Can't wait to see what else there is out there!
Here we go again!
I can't believe that I remembered my password! Small feats for some....big for others! I am ready to begin my next Library 2 play!.....to the beach I go!
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Number 23
What were your favorite discoveries or exercises on this learning journey?
I have really enjoyed this overall. I loved tagging--what a great time saver and organizational tool. Of course, google....it can do so much and already has saved me in many ways! I also liked image generators and wiki!
How has this program assisted or affected your lifelong learning goals?
Yes, this program has helped me in my life-long journey to learn. Especially since I have successfully avoided technology for so long. I have had to learn how to do little things that have helped me make the big things possible.
Were there any take-a-ways or unexpected outcomes from this program that surprised you?
Photostory has been a treasure and something I know that I can use in my classroom. The google docs is great and I loved the library thing!
What could we do differently to improve upon this program’s format or concept?
There were times that I was stuck and didn't know where to go to fix it... like not knowing how to save a picture or find some things...so having a support group would have been helpful! I know I spent a whole lot more time than 18 hours....all the links in number 21 took about 3 hours alone~
If we offered another discovery program like this in the future, would you choose to participate? absolutely! I loved being self paced and work around my schedule! No babysitter required...or guilt feelings!
How would you describe your learning experience in ONE WORD or in ONE SENTENCE, so we could use your words to promote 23 Things learning activities? Stretch
I have really enjoyed this overall. I loved tagging--what a great time saver and organizational tool. Of course, google....it can do so much and already has saved me in many ways! I also liked image generators and wiki!
How has this program assisted or affected your lifelong learning goals?
Yes, this program has helped me in my life-long journey to learn. Especially since I have successfully avoided technology for so long. I have had to learn how to do little things that have helped me make the big things possible.
Were there any take-a-ways or unexpected outcomes from this program that surprised you?
Photostory has been a treasure and something I know that I can use in my classroom. The google docs is great and I loved the library thing!
What could we do differently to improve upon this program’s format or concept?
There were times that I was stuck and didn't know where to go to fix it... like not knowing how to save a picture or find some things...so having a support group would have been helpful! I know I spent a whole lot more time than 18 hours....all the links in number 21 took about 3 hours alone~
If we offered another discovery program like this in the future, would you choose to participate? absolutely! I loved being self paced and work around my schedule! No babysitter required...or guilt feelings!
How would you describe your learning experience in ONE WORD or in ONE SENTENCE, so we could use your words to promote 23 Things learning activities? Stretch
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
