Week 1
I have very little previous knowledge on how a computer works. I have never taken the time to learn this information; thus, this class will be beneficial for me to understand gome general mechanics of the computer. Thus, I learned quite a bit from the first class. I learned the general components of the computer and in what the conversion measurments are for the bytes. The simulation also helped me to get a visual of how many computations go into a computer. Finally, when doing my computer under the hood assignment, I learned how slide off the side and actually see into my tower. I also realized how completely dusty the inside of my compter was (yikes!)
As for questions from class one: I have the basics figured out in my under the hood assignment. I am unsure of a few items though. I will discuss those in class however!
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
End of Class
As this class comes to a close, I have learned many important things that can also be used in the classroom. I have a greater understanding of both wikis and blogs. Also, I enjoyed learning about screencasts. I will use this feature to create demos and post them to my wiki. What I really want to work on is finding ways to make screencasts and podcasts part of the students' assignments too.
In particular, I actually enjoyed created my delicious page as of late. I think I will follow through with that so as to have bookmarks that can be accessed at many different sites. It will be for more my own use though vs. sharing with others.
Finally, I found this class useful, because with Web 2.0 there are so many features out there that can allow students to be more interactive. Finding the time to explore these features can be difficult. However, I learned many new things in that class which I hope to incorporate.
In particular, I actually enjoyed created my delicious page as of late. I think I will follow through with that so as to have bookmarks that can be accessed at many different sites. It will be for more my own use though vs. sharing with others.
Finally, I found this class useful, because with Web 2.0 there are so many features out there that can allow students to be more interactive. Finding the time to explore these features can be difficult. However, I learned many new things in that class which I hope to incorporate.
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Week 5--Putting It All Together
Well, this week we tried Oovoo for our weekly study team. I will say that this program was quite interesting. We only were able to get three members at the meeting, because one person couldn't get connected due to computer issues. However, I was impressed with the video conferencing and how clear and easy it was to see everyone. As for sound, there were a few static issues, but nothing that inconvenienced our flow of speaking.
As for creating the wiki, I have a lot of use with wikis at this point. The one thing I am working on is using more of the multimedia within the wiki. I just added a neat slideshow of pictures. I had the students collaborate on the wiki for class, and I found they did a nice job with it. PBwiki actually has tightened their security which made me feel more confident in being able to view the changes that are being made by each student. The read/write web is paying off in my classroom!
As for creating the wiki, I have a lot of use with wikis at this point. The one thing I am working on is using more of the multimedia within the wiki. I just added a neat slideshow of pictures. I had the students collaborate on the wiki for class, and I found they did a nice job with it. PBwiki actually has tightened their security which made me feel more confident in being able to view the changes that are being made by each student. The read/write web is paying off in my classroom!
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Week 4--Podcasting
http://www.screencast.com/t/cMFzAvrh
Here is a link to my screencast.
I was impressed with the easability and logic of using jing. I found the steps easy to follow when creating my screencast. Then, posting my file to screencast was also systematic and quick. I have already uploaded my screencast to my class wiki for the students to use as a resource!
I also liked being able to start over and cancel the screencasts I screwed up on when recording my video. I found this program in general to be very convenient and easy to share with others!!
Here is a link to my screencast.
I was impressed with the easability and logic of using jing. I found the steps easy to follow when creating my screencast. Then, posting my file to screencast was also systematic and quick. I have already uploaded my screencast to my class wiki for the students to use as a resource!
I also liked being able to start over and cancel the screencasts I screwed up on when recording my video. I found this program in general to be very convenient and easy to share with others!!
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Week 3--RSS Feeds and Flickr
An RSS feed seems like a worthwhile idea amidst all our hectic lives. Going to one place to find information from many places seems like a worthwhile venture. This is one thing I hope to continue to use amidst my daily life. In fact, what I find most interesting about the chapter on RSS feeds is the whole idea of using the skills canning and synthesizing information to find main points and worthwhile information. There are many different ways to read and reminding students about these abilities is important too in our ever fast paced lifestyles.
As for flickr, I don't love this program. I find other photosharing sites to be easier to navigate such as shutterfly. I do like the idea of having a host of pictures stored that could potentially be used for lessons within the English classroom though.
As for flickr, I don't love this program. I find other photosharing sites to be easier to navigate such as shutterfly. I do like the idea of having a host of pictures stored that could potentially be used for lessons within the English classroom though.
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