What does my classroom look like?????
My classroom is a Kindergarten class because I love younger children. I love being silly and goofy with them. At this age they love it. My class size is about 25 students. I am going to be teaching them about the stages of a flower. My classroom will be very interactive. The students will have fun while learning and being engaged.
Friday, September 12, 2008
Chp 2 Making the Case For Technology
Student Name: Michelle MarinoStudent Email: mmarino@lhup.eduLocation on Site: Chapter 2 > Making the Case for Technology IntegrationThis activity contains only essay questions, which are not scored by the system.You answered 2 questions, and left 0 questions blank.Submitted on September 9, 2008 at 2:32 PM (EDT)-------------------------------------------------------------------
Question 1
Sheingold (1991) said that teachers will have to confront squarely the difficult problem of creating a school environment that is fundamentally different from the one they themselves experienced (p. 23). In what ways is the current K-12 environment different from the one you experienced? Do you feel this presents an obstacle to effective use of technology in your teaching? What are some strategies you feel might help teachers overcome this obstacle?Not Scored:
Some ways that the current K-12 environment is different from the one I experienced is:1.) I didn't have computers in my classrooms2.) I didn't have smart boardsI am worried that this will present and obstacle for me to beable to effectively use current technology in my teaching since I am not as technologically advanced as some students. I know how to use a computer but I don't know how to do certain tasks on the computer but I am hoping that this class will bring me up to speed with current technology.
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Question 2
NCATE's document Technology and the New Professional Teacher (1997) said that, in addition to technology skills, teachers need an attitude that is fearless in the use of technology, encourages them to take risks, and inspires them to be lifelong learners. What current factors and activities can help teachers develop such an attitude? What factors make it difficult for them to acquire it?Not Scored:
Current factors and activities that can help teachers develop a fearless attitude toward technology and take risks, and to be lifelong learners is:1.) The fact that they are required to have so many hours of additional education / training. 2.)Having to keep up with their students and actually trying to be ahead of their students in relation to technology.Factors that make it difficult for them to acquire it are:1.) The fact that technology is always changing2.) Sometime technology can be scarey to learn and if you get behind it can be hard to catch up and overcome.
Question 1
Sheingold (1991) said that teachers will have to confront squarely the difficult problem of creating a school environment that is fundamentally different from the one they themselves experienced (p. 23). In what ways is the current K-12 environment different from the one you experienced? Do you feel this presents an obstacle to effective use of technology in your teaching? What are some strategies you feel might help teachers overcome this obstacle?Not Scored:
Some ways that the current K-12 environment is different from the one I experienced is:1.) I didn't have computers in my classrooms2.) I didn't have smart boardsI am worried that this will present and obstacle for me to beable to effectively use current technology in my teaching since I am not as technologically advanced as some students. I know how to use a computer but I don't know how to do certain tasks on the computer but I am hoping that this class will bring me up to speed with current technology.
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Question 2
NCATE's document Technology and the New Professional Teacher (1997) said that, in addition to technology skills, teachers need an attitude that is fearless in the use of technology, encourages them to take risks, and inspires them to be lifelong learners. What current factors and activities can help teachers develop such an attitude? What factors make it difficult for them to acquire it?Not Scored:
Current factors and activities that can help teachers develop a fearless attitude toward technology and take risks, and to be lifelong learners is:1.) The fact that they are required to have so many hours of additional education / training. 2.)Having to keep up with their students and actually trying to be ahead of their students in relation to technology.Factors that make it difficult for them to acquire it are:1.) The fact that technology is always changing2.) Sometime technology can be scarey to learn and if you get behind it can be hard to catch up and overcome.
Chapter 2 Short Answer Questions
Student Name: Michelle MarinoStudent Email: mmarino@lhup.eduLocation on Site: Chapter 2 > Self Assessment Questions > Short AnswerThis activity contains only essay questions, which are not scored by the system.You answered 3 questions, and left 0 questions blank.Submitted on September 9, 2008 at 1:44 PM (EDT)---------------------------------------------------------
----------Question 1
Describe the relative advantage of using graphic tools to help students learn new concepts.Not Scored: The advantage of using graphic tools to help students learn new concepts are that you are giving your students visual representations of what you are teaching which allows them to build rich mental models and they do not have to depend on reading etc. to build these models. You are helping to ensure that this knowledge transfers into higher order skills for the students.-M.D. Roblyer chp.2Visual examples clarify concepts and applications.
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Question 2
In Phase 2 of the Technology Integration Planning Model (TIP), teachers focus on the outcomes expected as a result of integrating technology into instruction. List four methods teachers can use to assess the outcomes of the plan.Not Scored:
Four methods teachers can use to assess the outcomes of the plan under the (TIP) model are:1.) Use written tests to assess skill achievement outcomes (short answer, True / False, matching, multiple choice and essay) for formal knowledge skills2.) Use evaluation criteria checklists to assess complex tasks or products.(ex. web pages, reports).3.) Use rubrics to assess complex tasks or products (meaning this quality gets an = A, this = B, so on and so forth)4.)Use likert scale-type surveys or semanitc differentials to assess attitude outcomes.(degree of agreement or disagreement or warm to cold scale)5.) Use observation instruments to measure frequency of behaviors. Answers may include: tests, projects assessed using rubrics or checklists, surveys for attitude outcomes, observation instruments for behaviors
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Question 3
Describe two advantages of required school and district policies such as policies regarding Internet use, legal and ethical use, and equity.Not Scored:
Advantages of school and district policies regarding Internet use, legal and ethical us and equity are:1.) They help to protect the student from predators2.) Prevents hacking and firewalls keep students safe from unwanted information.3.) Makes sure all students have access to information no matter what.Answers may include: Policies ensure appropriate behavior, safety, and equitable treatment of all students.
----------Question 1
Describe the relative advantage of using graphic tools to help students learn new concepts.Not Scored: The advantage of using graphic tools to help students learn new concepts are that you are giving your students visual representations of what you are teaching which allows them to build rich mental models and they do not have to depend on reading etc. to build these models. You are helping to ensure that this knowledge transfers into higher order skills for the students.-M.D. Roblyer chp.2Visual examples clarify concepts and applications.
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Question 2
In Phase 2 of the Technology Integration Planning Model (TIP), teachers focus on the outcomes expected as a result of integrating technology into instruction. List four methods teachers can use to assess the outcomes of the plan.Not Scored:
Four methods teachers can use to assess the outcomes of the plan under the (TIP) model are:1.) Use written tests to assess skill achievement outcomes (short answer, True / False, matching, multiple choice and essay) for formal knowledge skills2.) Use evaluation criteria checklists to assess complex tasks or products.(ex. web pages, reports).3.) Use rubrics to assess complex tasks or products (meaning this quality gets an = A, this = B, so on and so forth)4.)Use likert scale-type surveys or semanitc differentials to assess attitude outcomes.(degree of agreement or disagreement or warm to cold scale)5.) Use observation instruments to measure frequency of behaviors. Answers may include: tests, projects assessed using rubrics or checklists, surveys for attitude outcomes, observation instruments for behaviors
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Question 3
Describe two advantages of required school and district policies such as policies regarding Internet use, legal and ethical use, and equity.Not Scored:
Advantages of school and district policies regarding Internet use, legal and ethical us and equity are:1.) They help to protect the student from predators2.) Prevents hacking and firewalls keep students safe from unwanted information.3.) Makes sure all students have access to information no matter what.Answers may include: Policies ensure appropriate behavior, safety, and equitable treatment of all students.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
My expectations and wishes towards this course
My expectations and wishes towards this course are first and foremost to work hard so that I get an "A" in the course. I am a person to set high expectations of myself and achieve them. I want to get as much knowledge of current technology trends so that I can use it in my future classroom with my students.
My Experience using Technology
I thought my experience using technology was pretty good until I took this course. From what I can see I have alot to learn to get up to date on current technology.
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