Wiki- Google Docs NETS III & V

This wiki was created using an application called Wetpaint, which is a great site is a free, Web-based word processor through Google.com. Google Documents allows its user to that allows you to create and design your own "wikis." On my wiki, I discussed Google Docs which is a free, Web-based word processing program provided by Google.com. Google Documents allows its users to create, and edit documents with the option of collaborating with other Google document users in real time. Any of the shared collaborators are allowed to edit the document at anytime from any computer. Google docs also has an automatic-save feature. On my page, I have an example of a a wiki which I created.

Journal #8 Navigate the Digital Rapids

Journal #8 Navigate the Digital Rapids

Lindsay, J., & Davis, V. (2010). Navigate the digital rapids. ISTE, 37. Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Publications/LL/LLIssues/Volume3720092010/MarchAprilNo6/Navigate_the_Digital_Rapids.htm

This article discusses digital citizenship and responsibility in the 21^st century. Digital Citizenship is the idea that people learn to become familiar with using the internet, and other technologies.  The author describes digital citizenship to be about transforming yourself into a professional who can effectively research technology trends, monitor the uses of technology in your school or district, avoid the fear factor that can easily paralyze you, empower student centered learning to create vibrant, exciting learning projects. She says that our students thrive on customized tools, such as mobile technology, and customized learning environments. 

In the article, the author talks about becoming familiar with digital citizenship.  She mentions how it is difficult and frustrating in the beginning, but once you start, you become familiar with it through experience.  Although, it is important to keep up with digital citizenship because the worlds technology is constantly advancing.

As a future teacher, should I except to encounter this?

As a future teacher, I do feel that I should expect to encounter digital citizenship.  This is because technology has become a major part and use in our everyday lives.  As a college student at California State University of San Marcos, it would be impossible to pass any of my classes this semester without using technology.   For most of my classes, all assignment directions are posted online, and I am required to digitally turn in most of my assignments as well.   Therefore, it is evident as a future teacher I would encounter this.  I would also be required to teach my students the proper use of technology, especially the Internet. 

What are seven suggestions for Digital Citizenship?

To Customize, Monitor and be engaged, Have a plan, Overcoming the fear factor

Deal with objections, Stay off Topic, and Put the learning in the hand of students 

Journal #8 Navigate the Digital Rapids

Journal #8 Navigate the Digital Rapids

Lindsay, J., & Davis, V. (2010). Navigate the digital rapids. ISTE, 37. Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Publications/LL/LLIssues/Volume3720092010/MarchAprilNo6/Navigate_the_Digital_Rapids.htm

This article discusses digital citizenship and responsibility in the 21^st century. Digital Citizenship is the idea that people learn to become familiar with using the internet, and other technologies.  The author describes digital citizenship to be about transforming yourself into a professional who can effectively research technology trends, monitor the uses of technology in your school or district, avoid the fear factor that can easily paralyze you, empower student centered learning to create vibrant, exciting learning projects. She says that our students thrive on customized tools, such as mobile technology, and customized learning environments. 

In the article, the author talks about becoming familiar with digital citizenship.  She mentions how it is difficult and frustrating in the beginning, but once you start, you become familiar with it through experience.  Although, it is important to keep up with digital citizenship because the worlds technology is constantly advancing. 

Inspiration- NETS II

This map was created using a computer program called "Inspiration." We used Inspiration to map out ISTE's 5 NETS. For each of the 5 NETS, there are two artifacts that relate to each NETS standard.

CROSSWORD- NETS I & IV

This crossword puzzle was created using Microsoft Excel.

Journal #6 Interactive Boards

Interactive Boards
An interactive board is an interactive display that connects to a projector and a computer. The projector projects the connected computer screen onto a white board. The controlled users use a pen, finger, stylus, or other digital devices to control the projected computer screen. With interactive boards you can also interact with shared online resources, which are provided through interactive websites. Teachers are able to save notes written on the board as an electric file through the software supplied with the interactive whiteboard. According the to discussion regarding Are Interactive whiteboards necessary?, one user replies that she thinks so. She views the smartboards as a “look at me, the teacher. I’m up in front, you’re in your seat listening” type of technology, white the projectors and laptops change the dynamic of the classroom in a more powerful way. Students have shown more interest in classroom interaction with the use of the interactive whiteboards. In the discussion about SmartBoard or Promethean, a user writes that the Smart notebook software cannot be freely used by anyone. Their website states very clearly about downloading it and copyright rules. In the discussion, users collaborated about the idea of interactive boards being more useful in a certain grade. One user disagreed with another that interactive board “are better in primary grades.” She mentions that the interactive boards are used at her elementary and Junior High school, and says that she has observed their use at all grade level and doesn’t see a marked difference in engagement of the students.

http://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/649749:Topic:130054

http://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/smartboard-or-promethean

Journal #7 The Beginners Guide to Interactive Virtual Field Trips

Journal # 7 - The Beginner’s Guide to Interactive Virtual Field Trips

Zanetis, J. (2010). The Beginner's guide to interactive virtual field trips. ISTE, 37. Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=March_April_No_6_1&Template=/MembersOnly.cfm&NavMenuID=4516&ContentID=25443&DirectListComboInd=D

This article presents the idea of Virtual Field Trips (VFTs), which are field trips that are done virtually over the Internet, or videoconferencing. They can involve touring a historic site, witnessing scientific experiments or processes at museums or organizations, watching live demonstrations in the field, attending folk festivals, and much more.

Traditional field trips have become less common today because travel costs have risen over the past few years, causing Virtual Field Trips to become more popular. The VTRs allow students and teachers to visit other places they normally wouldn’t be able to visit.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using Virtual Field Trips?

The Virtual Field Trips offer students a variety of different ways to learn, and are fun for students. The Virtual Field trips don’t require pricey fairs and ticket prices.  Also, an advantage to the Virtual Field Trips is that teachers and staff members don’t have to worry about students’ safety and liability.  The disadvantages of the Virtual Field Trips include computer, software, and camera costs.  Many schools cannot afford to provide computers students.

Would you use Virtual Field Trips in your classroom?

I would really enjoy using Virtual Field Trips in my classrooms for many reasons.  If I were a student, I would enjoy the VFTs because they are different from the normal activities done in classrooms.  Rather than doing busy work, and learning from textbooks, students can use the Virtual Field create a constructive learning environment.