Journal #4
From Toy to Tool, Audioblogging with Cell Phones
This article written by Liz Kolb is about using cell phones in the classroom. She toys with the idea that cell phones can be used as active and engaging tools for students. She used to want to ban cell phones from classrooms, but over time has accepted them. She believes cell phones can be used as learning tools for constructing knowledge, creating blogs, collecting and storing data, and developing multimedia projects. Anyone can audioblog from anywhere and at any time making this a very accessible tool. The article even gives step-by-step instructions on how audioblog leaving it virtually impossible to fail at. The idea she has is for interviews and recording sounds then posting them from your cell phone and later adding images or creating a video. Of course there are concerns, copyright issues, cost issues, and control issues tied to audioblogging. A concern is student privacy since once these blogs are published they become public access. So it would be recommended to upgrade service, or use an alias.
Question #1 Is this a good idea, not all students have cell phones?
Answer: I don’t particularly like this audioblogging idea for students, I think that kids use cell phones as a social device and should be kept that way. Also not all kids have or should have cell phones. In the article she suggests applying for grants to get a couple of class cell phones so that would be a better idea than allowing kids to have their phones during class time.
Question #2 By audioblogging in the classroom would teachers be giving up too much control?
Answer: Yes, students should not be allowed free access to their phones during class time. They would be tempted to text and play around rather than use them as constructive tools.
Monday, March 5, 2007
Journal #3
Journal #3
Video in the Age of Participation
This article was written by Glen Bull is about incorporating videos from online into the classroom. That digital video is the next frontier in our technology driven world. There are programs available to teachers that are keyed to content area and grade level and are in accordance to state standards. More and more people are viewing videos on You Tube and other online video sites so this is also transitioning into the classroom where teachers have long used movies and videos. Now reputable sources like National Geographic and PBS have videos and clips teachers can use as effective learning tools themselves. Discovery Educators Network AKA DEN provides teachers and students the ability to edit and remix licensed unitedstreaming content.
Question #1 Should students have permission from their parents to view videos in the classroom?
Answer: This is a yes and no answer because if it is say PG rated then no I think it is ok for students to see it. However if it is PG13 or worse then I believe parents should be informed so they can decide if they are ok with it or not. Some parents and families have stricter rules and don’t want their kids viewing graphic images and we as teachers have to respect that.
Question #2 Why should only DEN Star members have access to remixed and edited works?
Answer: I think all members should have access to these remixed and edited works because if it was useful to one teacher then it likely would be useful to another. So to me I think it is silly that only DEN Star members get allowed access to these pieces.
Video in the Age of Participation
This article was written by Glen Bull is about incorporating videos from online into the classroom. That digital video is the next frontier in our technology driven world. There are programs available to teachers that are keyed to content area and grade level and are in accordance to state standards. More and more people are viewing videos on You Tube and other online video sites so this is also transitioning into the classroom where teachers have long used movies and videos. Now reputable sources like National Geographic and PBS have videos and clips teachers can use as effective learning tools themselves. Discovery Educators Network AKA DEN provides teachers and students the ability to edit and remix licensed unitedstreaming content.
Question #1 Should students have permission from their parents to view videos in the classroom?
Answer: This is a yes and no answer because if it is say PG rated then no I think it is ok for students to see it. However if it is PG13 or worse then I believe parents should be informed so they can decide if they are ok with it or not. Some parents and families have stricter rules and don’t want their kids viewing graphic images and we as teachers have to respect that.
Question #2 Why should only DEN Star members have access to remixed and edited works?
Answer: I think all members should have access to these remixed and edited works because if it was useful to one teacher then it likely would be useful to another. So to me I think it is silly that only DEN Star members get allowed access to these pieces.
Journal #2
Journal #2
Breathing Fire Into Web 2.0
Justin Hardman and David Carpenter wrote this article about Dragon Net. This idea of “breathing fire” into the social networking of schools is a great way to enhance classroom management. The classroom management system is fully integrated with the curriculum. This is an individualized program for teachers that promote communication and collaboration for themselves and their students. These online goodies include whatever the teacher wants available to their students, online resources, class projects, and calendars etcetera. This is a beneficial tool and serves as an online portfolio that supports student and teacher reflection. In the world we live in we rely so heavily on being “online” or using the Internet and I feel this Dragon Net is a great tool to see we are moving in the right direction.
Question #1 Do we rely too heavily on online resources in the classroom?
Answer: Yes and no. I think it is important for students to effectively use the Internet, but this needs to be done professionally. Many Internet sites are not completely true and people can publish false statements. This is something to be weary of so students can find legitimate resources rather than one-sided arguments. I also believe students need to be taught how to find reputable resource sites rather than allow them to fail on their own. Once learned this can be used as a great tool for their future.
Question #2 By emphasizing online access and assignments does this discriminate against students without Internet access?
Answer: Yes! I think that online assignments are good, however limits some students. We live in an online world, but still need to remember that not everyone has caught up to this huge emphasis of doing things online. Not all homes are equipped with Internet access and this would inhibit certain students. Ultimately online assignments are good, but teachers need to allow access to students who may not have online access at home. For instance the school computer lab or library.
Breathing Fire Into Web 2.0
Justin Hardman and David Carpenter wrote this article about Dragon Net. This idea of “breathing fire” into the social networking of schools is a great way to enhance classroom management. The classroom management system is fully integrated with the curriculum. This is an individualized program for teachers that promote communication and collaboration for themselves and their students. These online goodies include whatever the teacher wants available to their students, online resources, class projects, and calendars etcetera. This is a beneficial tool and serves as an online portfolio that supports student and teacher reflection. In the world we live in we rely so heavily on being “online” or using the Internet and I feel this Dragon Net is a great tool to see we are moving in the right direction.
Question #1 Do we rely too heavily on online resources in the classroom?
Answer: Yes and no. I think it is important for students to effectively use the Internet, but this needs to be done professionally. Many Internet sites are not completely true and people can publish false statements. This is something to be weary of so students can find legitimate resources rather than one-sided arguments. I also believe students need to be taught how to find reputable resource sites rather than allow them to fail on their own. Once learned this can be used as a great tool for their future.
Question #2 By emphasizing online access and assignments does this discriminate against students without Internet access?
Answer: Yes! I think that online assignments are good, however limits some students. We live in an online world, but still need to remember that not everyone has caught up to this huge emphasis of doing things online. Not all homes are equipped with Internet access and this would inhibit certain students. Ultimately online assignments are good, but teachers need to allow access to students who may not have online access at home. For instance the school computer lab or library.
Journal #1
Journal #1
Professors Adjust Their Methods To Reach Technology-Savvy Generation
This article by Eleanor Yang Su in the Union Tribune was very interesting because I am also feeling overwhelmed by technology in the classroom. This is my first semester at Cal State San Marcos and I’m learning how heavily we rely on the Internet and webct here at school. The article goes on about how much technology is in the classroom and how the teacher has to compete with blogging, chat rooms and so on. I personally think it is both unprofessional and rude to be focusing on anything other than your teacher. I can’t believe how much computers and cell phones can do now days. We are definitely shifting to a multitasking way of life. With all the interruptions in our daily lives it is amazing how we get anything done at all.
Question #1 Should cell phones be allowed in the classroom?
Answer: Personally I believe cell phones are for personal use and should be used during personal time. However there is always an exception to every rule being emergencies and such. Plus as we know there are unforeseen events every day and in the classroom. Like in the past unfortunate shootings in schools it was cell phones that brought some piece of mind to parents whose children were in the school. So I would allow them to be turned off, but available.
Question #2 What age is appropriate for internet use and chatting?
Answer: To me the Internet can be a scary place, but we are detached somewhat to the extent that it isn’t all real. I believe strongly in Parental restraints to protect the little ones. I do though think the Internet is a fabulous tool and we should incorporate it whenever we can and as safely as possible.
Professors Adjust Their Methods To Reach Technology-Savvy Generation
This article by Eleanor Yang Su in the Union Tribune was very interesting because I am also feeling overwhelmed by technology in the classroom. This is my first semester at Cal State San Marcos and I’m learning how heavily we rely on the Internet and webct here at school. The article goes on about how much technology is in the classroom and how the teacher has to compete with blogging, chat rooms and so on. I personally think it is both unprofessional and rude to be focusing on anything other than your teacher. I can’t believe how much computers and cell phones can do now days. We are definitely shifting to a multitasking way of life. With all the interruptions in our daily lives it is amazing how we get anything done at all.
Question #1 Should cell phones be allowed in the classroom?
Answer: Personally I believe cell phones are for personal use and should be used during personal time. However there is always an exception to every rule being emergencies and such. Plus as we know there are unforeseen events every day and in the classroom. Like in the past unfortunate shootings in schools it was cell phones that brought some piece of mind to parents whose children were in the school. So I would allow them to be turned off, but available.
Question #2 What age is appropriate for internet use and chatting?
Answer: To me the Internet can be a scary place, but we are detached somewhat to the extent that it isn’t all real. I believe strongly in Parental restraints to protect the little ones. I do though think the Internet is a fabulous tool and we should incorporate it whenever we can and as safely as possible.
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