1. Learning Objective 4: Clarify key stages in an effective demonstration that guides students learning with and about technology in various subject areas.
1. Preparation: The teacher identifies and prepares the demonstration to fit
the content, to engage the students in the content, and to be visible by all
students.
2. Motivate: The teacher challenges the students to become mentally engaged in
the demonstration.
3. Demonstrate: The teacher presents the demonstration while engaging students
in the ideas as they unfold. Students observe the demonstration but must respond
to questions that challenge their thinking about the ideas.
4. Closure, Explain, Extend, and Evaluate: The teacher challenges the students
to explain the demonstration, extend the ideas to the content, and evaluate
the effectiveness of the demonstration in explaining.
2. Question:
My question is about the incredible amount of preparation that a teacher has to put into every project. According to the book there is a preparation stage, an introduction and motivation stage, the actual activity, and then follow up questions and activities. How does a teacher have time to follow this format for every project or lecture? Also, when do teachers know when content has gone from challenging and engaging to too difficult?
3. This chapter was helpful in getting me to think about how to get students engaged and excited about school work. As a special education teacher it is important that I am organized and prepared. It is also important that I can teach material in a way that keep students engaged and challenged. It is important for me to be able to distinguish the line between challenging and too difficult.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Chapter 8
1. Learning Objective 5:
Identify social, ethical, and human issues that are important with respect to multimedia.
It is important for students to understand legal concerns about copying material. Teachers need to instill an ethical perspective towards the use of media elements created by others. It is important that a students uses information that is available to them and learn from it but it is also important that they give the original authors fair credit. Socially, teachers must be conscious of their students diverse backgrounds. A teacher needs to try to include all cultures when appropriate.
2. Question:
What do you tell a student who comes from a home where downloading is the norm? How do you tell them that what their parents/siblings/etc. are doing is not entirely ethical and is often illegal?
3. Implications to teaching
This chapter was very useful in outlining how a teacher can put together a media presentation. Not only is this important for teacher in their classroom, but it is also useful when putting together presentations/teaching for your peers and work associates.
Identify social, ethical, and human issues that are important with respect to multimedia.
It is important for students to understand legal concerns about copying material. Teachers need to instill an ethical perspective towards the use of media elements created by others. It is important that a students uses information that is available to them and learn from it but it is also important that they give the original authors fair credit. Socially, teachers must be conscious of their students diverse backgrounds. A teacher needs to try to include all cultures when appropriate.
2. Question:
What do you tell a student who comes from a home where downloading is the norm? How do you tell them that what their parents/siblings/etc. are doing is not entirely ethical and is often illegal?
3. Implications to teaching
This chapter was very useful in outlining how a teacher can put together a media presentation. Not only is this important for teacher in their classroom, but it is also useful when putting together presentations/teaching for your peers and work associates.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Chapter 3
1.
Learning Objective 1. Discuss the Information Age of the twenty-first century and identify what knowledge is worth knowing.
Human economic history has advanced through 3 stages. The first was the Agricultural age. This was a time of shifting agricultural methods. Next came the Industrial age. With this came the development of mechanical devices such as the steam engine. During this time human activity in urban areas boomed. With this came the recognition that citizens need an increase in education. Children began to receive increasing amounts of education. A high school curriculum was developed.
The last stage has been the Information age. This has been marked by high speed communication, namely the development of the Internet. The use of cell phones and email has greatly expanded our communication systems. American citizens need to be able to make sense of the mass amounts of communication. School need to prepare students to do the following:
1) Communicate using a variety of media and formats
2) Access and exchange information in a variety of ways
3) Compile, organize, analyze, and synthesize information
4) Draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information gathered
5) Know content and be able to locate additional information as needed
6) Become self-directed learners
7) Interact with others in ethical and appropriate ways
2.
Question
As we move to a technology focused age should we still be teaching students to use the "old" methods? I feel like students rely more and more on technology such as spell check and calculators. This can hinder their content knowledge if they are not forced to learn correct spelling and algebra. Should they be encouraged to learn the basics and then use technology as a supplement?
3.
My teaching
It is important for teachers to know what will be expected of their students when they graduate and are out in the real world. Students need to learn how to use modern technology but, just has importantly, they need to learn how to use higher level thinking to solve problems. Technology can be an amazing tool but students need to learn how to learn new technology on their own. Technology will aid them in their lives in communication and other areas of their careers. Giving a good foundation in school will aid students for real world situations.
Learning Objective 1. Discuss the Information Age of the twenty-first century and identify what knowledge is worth knowing.
Human economic history has advanced through 3 stages. The first was the Agricultural age. This was a time of shifting agricultural methods. Next came the Industrial age. With this came the development of mechanical devices such as the steam engine. During this time human activity in urban areas boomed. With this came the recognition that citizens need an increase in education. Children began to receive increasing amounts of education. A high school curriculum was developed.
The last stage has been the Information age. This has been marked by high speed communication, namely the development of the Internet. The use of cell phones and email has greatly expanded our communication systems. American citizens need to be able to make sense of the mass amounts of communication. School need to prepare students to do the following:
1) Communicate using a variety of media and formats
2) Access and exchange information in a variety of ways
3) Compile, organize, analyze, and synthesize information
4) Draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information gathered
5) Know content and be able to locate additional information as needed
6) Become self-directed learners
7) Interact with others in ethical and appropriate ways
2.
Question
As we move to a technology focused age should we still be teaching students to use the "old" methods? I feel like students rely more and more on technology such as spell check and calculators. This can hinder their content knowledge if they are not forced to learn correct spelling and algebra. Should they be encouraged to learn the basics and then use technology as a supplement?
3.
My teaching
It is important for teachers to know what will be expected of their students when they graduate and are out in the real world. Students need to learn how to use modern technology but, just has importantly, they need to learn how to use higher level thinking to solve problems. Technology can be an amazing tool but students need to learn how to learn new technology on their own. Technology will aid them in their lives in communication and other areas of their careers. Giving a good foundation in school will aid students for real world situations.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Chapter 12
1. Learning objective 1:
Identify knowledge inputs that are useful in designing lessons that integrate technology.
1)Knowledge of content: A teacher needs to be familiar with the content that they are expected to teach. Teachers need to extend their knowledge of topics so that they can get in depth with their students and give them knowledge beyond basic facts.
2)Knowledge of technology:Teachers need to know the appropriate technology that they can use to learn and teach the content. They need to understand what technologies work best. They need to be creative in integrating technology into curriculums when appropriate.
3)Knowledge of Teaching and Learning: This can be learned through experience and teacher preparation programs. The more experiences and viewpoints a teacher has the better they will be able to transfer their content knowledge to students. Good teachers are organized, prepared, use a variety of teaching strategies, and teach with enthusiasm.
2. Question
We talked about this in class a little bit. It seems to me that the constant need to integrate technology could detract from some basic lessons. Should we look at every lesson plan with the idea of incorporating technology? Some of the most interactive and memorable experiences for me in school is when we were outside doing hands on learning, far away from computer labs and technology.
3. In my teaching...
I feel that a new teacher could easily be overwhelmed at the prospect of designing new lesson plans. It is useful to see the goals of an effective lesson plan laid out. It helps a teacher, and us as students mentally prepare. As I read this chapter I was thinking of ways to integrate these topics and strategies into my lesson plan that I am creating. My first step will be making sure that I know the content knowledge front to back so that I can present it in different and exciting ways to my hypothetical students.
Identify knowledge inputs that are useful in designing lessons that integrate technology.
1)Knowledge of content: A teacher needs to be familiar with the content that they are expected to teach. Teachers need to extend their knowledge of topics so that they can get in depth with their students and give them knowledge beyond basic facts.
2)Knowledge of technology:Teachers need to know the appropriate technology that they can use to learn and teach the content. They need to understand what technologies work best. They need to be creative in integrating technology into curriculums when appropriate.
3)Knowledge of Teaching and Learning: This can be learned through experience and teacher preparation programs. The more experiences and viewpoints a teacher has the better they will be able to transfer their content knowledge to students. Good teachers are organized, prepared, use a variety of teaching strategies, and teach with enthusiasm.
2. Question
We talked about this in class a little bit. It seems to me that the constant need to integrate technology could detract from some basic lessons. Should we look at every lesson plan with the idea of incorporating technology? Some of the most interactive and memorable experiences for me in school is when we were outside doing hands on learning, far away from computer labs and technology.
3. In my teaching...
I feel that a new teacher could easily be overwhelmed at the prospect of designing new lesson plans. It is useful to see the goals of an effective lesson plan laid out. It helps a teacher, and us as students mentally prepare. As I read this chapter I was thinking of ways to integrate these topics and strategies into my lesson plan that I am creating. My first step will be making sure that I know the content knowledge front to back so that I can present it in different and exciting ways to my hypothetical students.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Chapter 13
1. Learning Objective 3- Identify achievement targets related to unit goals and objectives for instruction in technology-enhanced instruction.
It is important to have specific achievement targets in mind when you are gathering information for an assessment. The more clear you target is the easier it will be to assess whether your student has mastered a task. Following are five specific achievement targets:
1) Knowledge- what students know and understand about content matter
2) Reasoning- problem solving skills using content knowledge
3) Performance skills- proficiency in performing processes based on what they know and understand
4)Dispositions- attitudes, confidence, and interest toward content knowledge and understandings
2. Question-
It seems as though achievement targets are very broad and almost subjective to the person preparing for assessment. When you have students moving from classroom to classroom is it possible for teachers to have a different set of targets or are they pretty standard? How important is it for teachers to have a common set of targets to ensure accuracy? Is it important for broad assessments of a student's overall work or more of a project to project situation?
3. Teaching Reflection-
This chapter was really useful in teaching assessment methods both for technology and regular classrooms. I found the information on alternative assessments particularly useful. We know that not all students learn in the same way so we may have to adjust our assessments to match learning styles. I like the idea of using various assessments to track a student's progress. It gives you a clearer picture and allows the areas that need work to stick out a little more. I also like the idea of having a scoring guide when assessing. When it is broken down you can easily see which students met their target goals for a project.
It is important to have specific achievement targets in mind when you are gathering information for an assessment. The more clear you target is the easier it will be to assess whether your student has mastered a task. Following are five specific achievement targets:
1) Knowledge- what students know and understand about content matter
2) Reasoning- problem solving skills using content knowledge
3) Performance skills- proficiency in performing processes based on what they know and understand
4)Dispositions- attitudes, confidence, and interest toward content knowledge and understandings
2. Question-
It seems as though achievement targets are very broad and almost subjective to the person preparing for assessment. When you have students moving from classroom to classroom is it possible for teachers to have a different set of targets or are they pretty standard? How important is it for teachers to have a common set of targets to ensure accuracy? Is it important for broad assessments of a student's overall work or more of a project to project situation?
3. Teaching Reflection-
This chapter was really useful in teaching assessment methods both for technology and regular classrooms. I found the information on alternative assessments particularly useful. We know that not all students learn in the same way so we may have to adjust our assessments to match learning styles. I like the idea of using various assessments to track a student's progress. It gives you a clearer picture and allows the areas that need work to stick out a little more. I also like the idea of having a scoring guide when assessing. When it is broken down you can easily see which students met their target goals for a project.
Sunday, September 13, 2009
EDCI 320- Chapter 4.
1. Chapter Learning Objective 1: Identify what is meant by technological literacy in the 21st century.
To make sure that students in the 21st century are technologically literate schools are expected to teach them emerging technologies. Schools must teach students how to write and communicate using appropriate technologies. Students need to know what technology is, how it works, what purpose it serves, and how it can be used efficiently and effectively to solve problems and make decisions. A technology literate student will be able to think strategically and problem solve when it comes to using technology. Knowledge of technology will help foster these skills. The teaching of technology to students should enhance their learning and make them better prepared to someday become contributing citizens.
2. Question: As I was reading the book mentioned that iMovie, iPhoto, etc. were good tools to use in the classroom for learning aids. My question is whether or not students have to have parental permission to have videos/pictures taken of them. In my high school we were required to sign our own permission slips to have our videos shown to other students. Is this a requirement?
3. This chapter was important for me as a future Special Education Teacher and, hopefully someday, an Educational Psychologist. Modern technology is crucial to creating a learning environment that can aid a disabled student. From something as simple as a sick student being able to email their assignments in, to a hearing impaired student being able to follow a lecture with a computer program that prints out what the teacher is saying. It will be important for me to stay abreast in current technologies so that I can provide students with the latest learning aids that will enhance their overall learning experiences.
To make sure that students in the 21st century are technologically literate schools are expected to teach them emerging technologies. Schools must teach students how to write and communicate using appropriate technologies. Students need to know what technology is, how it works, what purpose it serves, and how it can be used efficiently and effectively to solve problems and make decisions. A technology literate student will be able to think strategically and problem solve when it comes to using technology. Knowledge of technology will help foster these skills. The teaching of technology to students should enhance their learning and make them better prepared to someday become contributing citizens.
2. Question: As I was reading the book mentioned that iMovie, iPhoto, etc. were good tools to use in the classroom for learning aids. My question is whether or not students have to have parental permission to have videos/pictures taken of them. In my high school we were required to sign our own permission slips to have our videos shown to other students. Is this a requirement?
3. This chapter was important for me as a future Special Education Teacher and, hopefully someday, an Educational Psychologist. Modern technology is crucial to creating a learning environment that can aid a disabled student. From something as simple as a sick student being able to email their assignments in, to a hearing impaired student being able to follow a lecture with a computer program that prints out what the teacher is saying. It will be important for me to stay abreast in current technologies so that I can provide students with the latest learning aids that will enhance their overall learning experiences.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
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