KINDERView Valerie Hendry EDUC 210 Dr. K.E. Brown June 3, 2012
KINDERView Table of Contents Week 1: Activity 1…………………………………….1-3 Week 1: Activity 2…………………………………….4-5 Week 2: Activity 1…………………………………….6-7 Week 2: Activity 2………………………………...…8-10 Week 3: Activity 1……………………………….…11-13 Week 3: Activity 2……………………………………...14 Concept Map Assignment…………………………...…15 Activity 1……………………………………………16-20 Podcast/Video Assignment……………………………..21 Virtual School Questions……………………………….22 Week 6: Activity 1………………………………….23-24 QR Code………………………………………………..25 Week 8: Activity 1………………………………….26-28
Week 1: Activity 1 Instructions: Complete #8 on page 30. Your one page response should be typed in 12 pt. Times New Roman and double spaced. Attach (not copy/paste) your paper in your reply to the instructor’s initial post/prompt in the appropriate online forum by Friday, June 1. Then, read all other students' papers and thoughtfully reply* to three of them by Saturday, June
My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Valerie Hendry EDUC 250-30 Dr. K.E. Brown May 31, 2012
#8 Response
Carbon Copy
As a Kindergarten Paraprofessional I often times see students copying from other students even at this age. It seems that they just refuse to use their brain as we often remind them. It is perhaps easier to copy things from others as oppose to figuring it out on your own, but what happens when one is asked to explain or elaborate on a particular topic they “creatively wrote”. How does one answer the questions that will eventually be asked of them? THEY simply cannot! Instead, students are left holding a “faded copy” of someone else’s work. There is nothing learned but much lost. As a student, points are taken off one’s grade; with his/her paper possibly being tossed into “file G”. As an employer or employee, you could lose your job and your 401K. Being original can and should be trouble-free. However, things are easier said then done. After reading one of my classmate’s responses to #8, I myself found my words slipping over into what they had written. With the topic in mind, I quickly shook my head and collected my own thoughts again. There are rules regarding plagiarism in our school systems and the corporate world. This type of unacceptable conduct could potentially be met with social and economic disadvantages. As parents, we encourage our children to be themselves. This demonstrates becoming original and not a “carbon copy”. As educators we try to teach our students to stand on their on and not copy from others. We try to encourage them to think on their own and be original and not a carbon copy. This is an important life practice as they continue in the real world. References: http://mail.baylorschool.org/~jstover/plagiarism/consequences.htm http://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/02/education/02cheat.html?_r=1&pagewanted=all
Peers’ Responses to My Work:
1- Hello Valerie! I love the carbon copy metaphor you used in your paper. This is such a creative way of thinking about plagiarism. I feel that I can relate it directly to my own thoughts on the matter. I like how you stated that the copy is "faded." It allows me to actually visualize the problem. When I think about carbon copies, it reminds me of a contract I often use in my work. The actual form consist of three layers of carbon paper and with each consecutive copy, the information becomes so faint it is illegible. Plagiarism also causes integrity of information to fade away. Respectfully, Charity Best 2- Hey Valerie, I thought your paper was so well organized and the idea of a student becoming a "carbon copy" of another as a result of cheating is so smartly put! I really liked the picture it painted. I also liked how you were very transparent and said that even now you were tempted to fall into the easy trap! I can honestly say at times I have been tempted with the same thing! It's a great testament that cheating and plagiarism is not just something for K12! The following article brings more light to academic dishonesty among college students. http://www.missouriwestern.edu/psychology/research/psy302/fall96/andi_rittman.html Sincerely, Ashleigh Smith Reference: Rittman, A. L. (1996) Academic Dishonesty Among College Students 3- Valerie, I also saw kindergarten students copying each other’s work in my internship. I was surprised to see it happening so early. Sometimes it seemed that they just wanted to be like their friend (both coloring or drawing the same when given the opportunity to draw creatively). Other times they were copying because they wanted the right answers. If they did not know the answer or were not sure of their own answer, they would often try to see what their neighbor wrote. It was surprising and a little unnerving to see five year olds so stressed about grades already. There is so much pressure on children to be perfect from an early age. One of the students nearly broke down during an assessment worrying over not being ready for first grade. The article athttp://news.stanford.edu/news/2005/february23/cheat-022305.html talks about the stress students face to make the grade and how it may lead to cheating. Thanks, Heather Reference:
Palmer, B. (2005, February 23). Pressure for good grades often leads to high stress, cheating, professors say. In Stanford Report. Retrieved June 7, 2012, from http://news.stanford.edu/news/2005/february23/cheat-022305.html
Week 1: Activity 2 Instructions: Complete #2 on page 71. Attach your matrix and one page (12 pt. Times New Roman, double space) response in your reply to the instructor's initial post/prompt in the appropriate online forum by Friday, May 1. Then, read all other students' papers and thoughtfully reply to three of them by Saturday, June 2. My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Valerie Hendry EDUC 210 Dr. K.E. Brown June 3, 2012
#2 Response
As an educator, Mia tried to incorporate something exciting and challenging in her class. However, her intentions were genuine as far as having the interest of her students and trying to bridge the gap between countries. She lacked complete familiarity of how to maneuver the right tools to complete the task. Often times when we are not operational to handle a certain task, we not only discourage ourselves but the students as well. Being organized will ensure that the classroom is running effectively. Making lessons plans, and having checklists and other materials prior to, the task or assignment is important. Keeping a running record of students’ progress will assist in tracking their progress allowing you to be able to target in on areas that may need more attention. Mia’s lack of communication with her peers is a missed opportunity to glean from her colleagues. Setting up a time to familiarize your self with the equipment before class will help facilitate a smooth lesson. Having a plan A and B keeps students on task. Surprises or disappointments happen. Being prepared is necessary.
Tech pack Technology Pedagogy Content
What is known
What needs to be learned
Peers’ Responses to My Work:
1- Valerie, I agree that Mia should have communicated more with other teachers in her school. Another voice can sometimes have insight into something that could be helpful. Perhaps talking to someone with a background in other cultures or even someone with more technical knowledge may have helped her be even more successful. She did collaborate with other teachers in that she used what she learned from a conference she attended, and she also had to be in contact with the teacher at the other school for the project. Collaborative learning is essential to a successful teacher. Having a support community is important in many areas but also in using technology in the classroom. This article mentions that support is imperative in encouraging technology use by teachers: http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/tech159.shtml
Thanks, Heather Reference: Starr, L. (2012, March 31). Encouraging Teacher Technology Use. In Education World. Retrieved June 8, 2012, from http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/tech159.shtml
Week 2: Activity 1 Instructions: Complete #2 on page 108, sections “a” and “b”. Attach (not copy/paste) your paper in your reply to the instructor’s initial post/prompt in the appropriate online forum by Friday, June 8. Then, read all other students’ papers and thoughtfully reply to three of them by Saturday, June 9. My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Valerie Hendry EDUC-250-30 Dr. Brown June 9, 2012
#2 Resonse
Distance education has captured the eyes of many young adults/adults who are either full or part time employees seeking to further their education in a non-traditional classroom setting. You must be an independent leaner or this type of program will not benefit you. There are many different online programs to fit one’s needs. There are on-line communities which allow students to network with other distant learners. With every program, there are negatives and positives. One disadvantage is that some programs are not from accredited schools, so you have to do some investigating. http://www.distance-education.org/ http://www.distancelearningnet.com/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-distance-learning/
Videoconferencing has become a useful technical tool for conducting business meetings, family meetings, school faculty meetings, etc., regardless of where you are in the states or the world. All you need is a computer, a microphone and a camera. Voila! Skype, and ooVoo are other conferencing tools which can be accessed by using computers or Iphones, etc., with the internet. http://www.solutionzinc.com/why-solutionz/guides/video-conferencingguide.html?gclid=CP6ehdaxxLACFQaxnQodBWiTXg Social networking sites have become an issue in some families’ lives. Trying to have family dinner has become a challenge at times with constant cell phone interruptions. Trying to have a conversation face to face has almost become impossible. Living in the same house and having a family member text you from another room in the house only to find out what is for dinner is commonplace. The constant notifications from these sites have become a channel for cyber-feuds and bullying. A recent report shows a couple getting a divorce and blaming Facebook for their marital woos. There have been reports of people spending astronomical amounts of time on Facebook [FB] and displaying more information than they should. Children under the legal age have figured out ways to set up accounts on FB. Parents have much to police for the safety of their children. Devices such as I-phones and laptop computers, are a couple of ways to connect to social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter.
http://www.hattiesburgamerican.com/article/20120610/OPINION/206100318/Don-tblame-Facebook-divorces http://www.zdnet.com/blog/facebook/americans-spent-535-billion-minutes-on-facebookin-may-2011/3566 All of these devices, when used properly can be something that could affect our daily lives in a positive way. Many families have loved ones who don’t live in the same town or state, or they have family members who are in the armed forces. For them social networking or videoconferencing are great ways to communicate with their loved ones. With any of these products or services, one must think about and limit the information they decide to put out there in cyber-world.
Week 2: Activity 2 Instructions: Complete #5 on page 109. Your paper and matrix should be approximately 2-3 pages. Attach (not copy and paste) your matrix and paper in you reply to the instructor’s initial post/prompt in the appropriate online forum by Friday, June 8. Then, read all other students’ papers and thoughtfully reply to three of them by Saturday, June 9. My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Valerie Hendry EDUC 250-30 Dr. E. K .Brown June 8, 2012
#5 Response
A Day in Kindergarten: • • • • • • •
Morning Meeting…Classroom Meeting: How do we treat our classmates? Seat work activity Greeting Calendar Weather report Assessing Shared Reading
During the morning circle time we come together to discuss various topics stemming from what is your favorite color, food, book, game etc. It is at these times when we work on our communication skills and go over class rules. Next, there is the greeting. We sometimes take a poll (by the show of hands) on which greeting we would like to do that morning. Some really do not care but we have a saying: “Everyone gets a turn everyday to be the leader”. This cuts out the, “I never get to…” complaints. Our helper for the day has some very important responsibilities. Which would include calendar, informing everyone of the day of the week, month of the year and also today, yesterday and tomorrow. This very important responsibility also allows the student to use the SMARTboard and Internet to check on the weather. The website below was helpful in giving us not only the temperature for the day, once you enter your zip code, but we are able to see the change in the weather report every 15 minutes. This allows the “Kinder Team” to make changes in the plans for recess if necessary. It was a helpful tool in the fact that, not only could we get the weather report in English, but French, German and Spanish. http://www.weather.com/weather/right-now/Athens+GA+30606 During our Shared Reading, students will listen to a literacy topic sometimes from the internet but most times from the media center. The is a fun website that students can view at home to listen to stories with their family and be asked to retell the story, in three parts: beginning, middle and end. Once I have modeled what I am expecting of them on
the rubric, it will be posted in the room as a tool to help students track their work and become three star [***] writers! http://www.gpbkids.org/georgiareadmore/ Entering into a math circle so that we can work on our math skills, learn about money and the names and values of coins. I model for the students how we add and subtract using the counting jar or other math manipulative. They return to their seats in groups to practice this skill. They are take what they have learned in class home (homework) and practice using things around the house. There is a website used in class to reinforce what they have already learned in the classroom. They can also connect to the site at home under their parent’s supervision. “Subtraction, differences” and one on money; h-identifies coins by name and value http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8bkiH9X5Ag&feature=fvsr http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9dx2o7m6GI As we prepare to engage in phonics, we are using the SMARTboard to access the student’s progress in learning their sight words. Tech-Pack Components Technology
What is known •How to browse the Internet •How to interact with the SMARTboard •How to use educational software [e.g. Leapfrog] •Books
What needs to be learned •How to use the internet to determine the weather •How to use the SMARTboard and internet to tell a story
Pedagogy
•How to make constructions using Unifix Cubes •Signed parental internet release forms are required for internet access.
•How to use Unifix Cubes and other math manipulatives to count, add and subtract
Content
•How to read a calendar •How to use sight words to form sentences •How to count the number of school days •How to carry from the ones to the tens place in a number
•How to use place values to add and subtract numbers •How to make words by blending sounds
Peers’ Responses to My Work: Valerie, I noticed the implementation of the SmartBoard in your lesson plan. I love the virtually endless capabilities we have as teachers with a technological tool like SmartBoard. However, it always saddens me when teachers don't know how to use such a useful tool and are missing out on some very valuable teaching tools! I found a website (which can be accessed here: https://www.blossomlearning.com/ShowResource.aspx?rid=66 ) that looks at how you can use the SmartBoard in your classroom in the best ways possible. My favorite part about the article is that it looks at five misuses of the SmartBoard you could be doing without even realizing and offers remedies! Referneces: Resources: Uses and Misues for a Smart Board. Retrieved from https://www.blossomlearning.com/ShowResource.aspx?rid=66
Week 3: Activity 1 Instructions: Read prompt #1 on page 135 and respond to the question in a one page, typed response. Attach (not copy/paste) your paper in your reply to the instructor’s initial post/prompt in the appropriate online forum by Friday, June 15. Then, read all other students’ papers and thoughtfully reply to three of them by Saturday, June 16.
My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Valerie Hendry EDUC 250-30 Dr. K.Brown June 14, 2012 Week 3- Activity 1
#1 Response
There is a section on the SAT that requires students to write their responses in cursive. Many high school students have admitted that they don’t know how to write in cursive. This form of writing is a technique that is usually taught in elementary school, somewhere between third and fourth grade. If cursive is replaced with word-processing at the elementary level, I believe that we will be doing our students a great injustice. It is like riding a bike, once you have learned it its’ difficult to forget. How will that part of the SAT be answered correctly without the necessary training? Having this skill under your belt is needed throughout adulthood. When purchasing your first home, many forms require your signature. Agendas, media releases, credit cards, library cards and report cards to name a few are other documents that require cursive writing at some point. Granted, technology is here to stay and it becomes more and more advanced as time goes by. However, to teach children how to use the keyboard at such an early level, could be asking for trouble later. Concerns of developing carpel tunnel syndrome or tendonitis could create problems that could lead to surgery. It is always good to learn new things, but regarding word-processing practicing in moderation at home should be encouraged. Some educators have expressed when writing on the white board in cursive some students cannot read it so they have to use print. “Printing and handwriting are very personal things, specific to each individual. A signature for example is apart of a person as much as their name is”. “To get away from the traditional method of writing, takes away from the creativity and personal touch of the piece somehow”. http://www.mavisbeacon.com/ https://www.msu.edu/~kroekera/year_one_maet/word_processing_versus_hw.htm
http://www.parentdish.com/2011/01/21/cursive-handwriting/ Peers’ Responses to My Work: 1- Hello Valerie, I was shocked to know that there is a portion on the SAT that requires test takers to write in cursive. I honestly didn't know about this. I think that's a great added component on the test, this portion allows the student to fully concentrate and pen their thoughts on paper. In the article I read on NY Times, the author asks this valuable question: What happens if the student is required to read something as historical as the Constitution? (http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/28us/28cursive.html) So I think it's a great students will have to use their brain and write in cursive on the SAT's, therefore we should continue teaching younger students how to write in cursive in school. Respectfully, Angela Reference: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/28/us/28cursive.html 2- Valerie, I had not considered that the repetitive motion of typing could have negative effects on young children. I wonder if excessive handwriting practice could cause similar problems. Maybe teachers could teach word processing and cursive writing in the classroom but have children turn in homework assignments written in cursive and classroom assignments could be typed. This way, children would have the chance to practice both skills in a meaningful and productive manner. Perhaps cursive writing instruction could even be accomplished outside of the classroom. This website offers a tutorial in cursive writing, but the effectiveness of the tutorial without repeated practice is questionable: http://www.squidoo.com/cursivewriting Reference: Cursive writing. (2012). In Squidoo. Retrieved June 15, 2012, from http://www.squidoo.com/cursivewriting
3- Hello Valerie! I really enjoyed reading your paper. You made a lot of strong points. I like how you pointed out that there is a section on the SAT that requires students to write their responses in cursive. I specifically remember dreading this section in fear of making common cursive mistakes due to not practicing the techniques. I like the examples you provided to support your main points. I completely agree with you that word-processing practice should be kept in moderation at home. http://www.mamapedia.com/article/notteaching-cursive-anymore-really is a website I found with a blog that I found very interesting. In this blog, the points you made in your paper about cutting out teaching cursive handwriting is supported. I hope you find it interesting! Sincerely,
Camrea Sawyer Reference: Not teaching cursive anymore? really??!!!. (2012, February 19). Retrieved from http://www.mamapedia.com/article/not-teaching-cursive-anymore-really 4- Valerie, I like that you brought up the point about the SAT, it seems to me that asking students to do a task that you have never required them to learn is mentally setting them up for failure. Not a good way to start your SAT, with discouragement! If they are going to move away from it all together then they mine as well change the test. Below is a great article called "The Case for Cursive", it mentions a point you made in your paper. http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/28/us/28cursive.html Ashleigh Smith Reference: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/04/28/us/28cursive.html
Week 3: Activity 2 Instructions: Submit your slide presentation online. See online rubric.
My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Dr. Brown, Below is my slide presentation. http://prezi.com/bhhzrjmykkls/advancement-of-technology/ *Please note: You may stop the videos once you've seen/heard enough to connect the dots. -Val Hendry
Week 4 Concept Map Instructions: Use concept mapping software (Creately) to present a TIP model lesson plan incorporating various technologies introduced in chapter 5. Your lesson plan aims to instruct. Paste the “view link� of your concept map onto a Word document. Submit this document with the view link online by Friday, June 22. (Be sure to include your name and the course/section number.)
My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Posted Date: Friday, June 22, 2012 Dr. K. Brown, Below is the link to my concept map. https://creately.com/diagram/h3p1duuw1/qJVdY4lT05R0Ci8gbLChU81Mfag%3D -Val Hendry
Week 5: Activity 1 Instructions: Choose one of the following and type a on page response: a. Read the “Hot Topic Debate” about Sherry Turkle on page 195 and type a one page response to the question prompts. b. Read #1 on page 197 and type a one page response to the question prompts. Attach (not copy/paste) your paper in your reply to the instructor’s initial post/prompt in the appropriate online forum by Friday, June 29. Then, read all other students’ papers and thoughtfully reply to three of them by Saturday, June 30.
My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Valerie Hendry EDUC 250-30 Dr. E.K. Brown June 29, 2012
I must say that I agree with Professor Sherry Turkel regarding both arguments; On the one hand, technology tools are changing our real lives in fundamental ways. I can recall taking car trips with my family, when they were younger. We would play several music CD’s, along the way and sing together or some of the CD’s would be comedians who would have us in stitches.
Then DVD players/monitors for vehicles came out, making the conversation less and less. The only time you might hear something was when the kids wanted us to change a certain DVD or asked to stop for bathroom breaks.
Today, the conversation has pretty much ceased. Now, everyone has their own headphones and favorite music on their I-pods or mp3 players. Every now and again, I would ask if they could turn the music down. Other then that it would be silent. My husband and I just shake our heads.
Recently, I asked my family not to bring any phones to the dinner table. It was such a distraction for me. You could not take a bite without someone replying to a text. In addition, I suggested we turn all technical devices off for a couple of hours to spend quality time with my four-year-old grandson, who needs to work on his communication skills. This is important for his development too. I stopped and looked at my family’s lack of communication and wondered what went wrong? Each of my daughters and my husband are on some technological device. The youngest in her room texting and tweeting, the twins on their laptops either watching Netflix, or Face booking or something. My husband, doing some job related work on his laptop.
Now on the other hand, technology is a tool used in some instances as a scapegoat, in my opinion. Many are using it as; Professor Turkel stated “the Goldilocks effect … not to close, not to far, just right.” Why do we hide behind the screen? For me not being able to see the individual’s facial expressions should make one feel a little disconnected. Conversing face to face has its advantages; one would be giving eye contact when speaking to another individual. There are not enough of emoticons to express real emotions.
It will hinder most from being able to communicate face to face with peers and most importantly, perspective employers. Many young people cannot hold a conversation with others face to face, and in some instances neither by phone. They would rather text, tweet, facebook or maybe email to connect. http://learning.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/04/23/when-did-you-last-have-a-greatconversatio/
Peers’ Responses to My Work: Posted Date: Sunday, July 1, 2012 1- Valerie, Although, I was unable to read the Hot Topic Debate. I really liked your point about the lack of family interaction caused by the new devices that are so ubiquitous in our society nowadays. I found something about this at: http//www.ehow.com/info_8197955_effects-modern-technology-social-interaction.html Eric Feigenbaum. (2011). The Effects of Modern Technology on Social Interaction. Ehow Retrieved from http//www.ehow.com/info_8197955_effects-modern-technologysocial-interaction.html . -Lee Kiesig III 2- Hello Valerie, I totally agree with your response. Today technology has taken over family dinners and quality time. Most families don't have that face to face like they used to before technology became what it is today as mentioned in this article http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/22/opinion/sunday/the-flight-fromconversation.html?pagewanted=all So in conclusion, I agree, families do need to set technology aside a couple hours a day to just be a family face to face. Respectfully, Angela Reference http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/22/opinion/sunday/the-flight-fromconversation.html?pagewanted=all
3- Valerie, I agree that people today are often “tuned out” of the world and “tuned in” only to their device of choice. I have one friend I do not enjoy hanging out with because she is always either busy connecting with someone else on her phone through Facebook or updating her status. I think that being distracted by a device constantly keeps her from being in and enjoying that moment. Of course, she would not be able to connect with her distant friends so readily without this technology. Perhaps the technology is not destroying the human connections we have with others but simply the ability to communicate effectively in person. If this detriment to face-to-face communication is really the case, our job as teachers is to find ways to encourage discussion in the classroom. The article at http://www.mhhe.com/socscience/english/tc/discussion.htm examines ways to facilitate classroom dialogue between teachers and students and peer to peer. Thanks, Heather Reference: Barton, J., Heilker, P., & Rutkowski, D. (n.d.). Fostering effective classroom discussions. Retrieved June 30, 2012, from http://www.mhhe.com/socscience/english/tc/discussion.htm 4- Hello Valerie! I found your paper very interesting. I like how you mentioned how when DVD players came out for cars, it made the conversation less and less. I actually have a T.V. with a DVD player in my car and have experienced traveling in a silent car due to everyone having headphones on watching movies. I agree with you that face-to-face interactions have lessened due to new technologies. I enjoyed the examples you gave on this issue because I, myself, am guilty of spending valuable time with others using my iPhone every other minute. I completely agree with you that personal interactions should be emphasized and help provide more of a connection between people. http://caffertyfile.blogs.cnn.com/2011/01/03/technology-replacing-personal-interactionsat-what-cost/ is a website I found that relates with your paper. The website has a lot of the same points you made in your paper. For example, “While we're walking around with our noses buried in technology devices, we tune out the people who are actually in the same room as us.” I hope you find reading the website's article as interesting as I did! Sincerely, Camrea Sawyer Reference:
Cafferty, J. (2011, Janurary 3). Cnn. Retrieved from http://caffertyfile.blogs.cnn.com/2011/01/03/technology-replacing-personalinteractions-at-what-cost/
Week 5: Activity 2a- Podcast/Video Assignment Instructions: Complete #8 on page 30. Your one page response should be typed in 12 pt. Times New Roman and double spaced. Attach (not copy/paste) your paper in your reply to the instructor’s initial post/prompt in the appropriate online forum by Friday, June 1. Then, read all other students' papers and thoughtfully reply* to three of them by Saturday, June
My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Dr. K. Brown, Below is my Podcast/Video Assignment. Podcast.m4a -Val Hendry Peers’ Responses to My Work: Hi, Valerie I really enjoyed your podcast on the passing of Title Nine. It was extremely informative and your voice was really strong throughout the entire recording. I liked how easily your the podcast flower and it was clear you had thought it through very extensively. I did a little research on the web and found this article (which can be accessed here: http://www.titleix.info/10-Key-Areas-of-Title-IX/Learning-Environment.aspx ) that deals with the importance of title nine in the classroom. My favorite part of the article is that it reminds us why it is still a crucial piece of legislation and how we can keep utilizing it on a day to day basis. Enjoy! References: The Margaret Fund (2012). Learning Environment. Retrieved from http://www.titleix.info/10-Key-Areas-of-Title-IX/Learning-Environment.aspx -Jessica Egan
Week 5: Activity 3- Virtual School Instructions: Using Google and/or other online search tools, conduct some brief research on “virtual schools” and/or “virtual high schools”/ “online high school classes”. Use only resources that seem legitimate (take the topic seriously) to you. Draft 3 questions you might ask of a teacher with a virtual high school. Submit these questions as a Word document online. Be sure to include your name and course/section number. Be prepared to ask your questions of a guest speaker during our live online session week 7.
My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Valerie Hendry EDUC 250-30 Dr. Brown June 30, 2012 Virtual School Questions 1. What are some of the disadvantages, of attending virtual school vs. traditional? 2. What other type of technological tools are needed or used in a virtual school setting? 4. What is the student teacher ratio? 5. Has your class intermingled with classes outside of the USA? If yes, what subject (s)?
Week 6: Activity 1 Instructions: Read #1 on page 231 and type a one page response to the question prompts. Attach (not copy/paste) your paper in your reply to the instructor’s initial post/prompt in the appropriate online forum by Friday, July 6. Then, read all other students’ papers and thoughtfully reply to three of them by Saturday, July 7. My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Valerie Hendry July 11, 2012 EDUC 250-35
PROS Allows you to work from home
CONS Too much time spent on computers effects vision
Convenience for lack of transportation
Accreditations
Helps improve self discipline
Hours of distractions
Work at own pace
Headphones could be damaging to young eardrums cyber bullying Website sometimes is under construction making it impossible to submit any assignments. Waiting for instructors responses to your questions
Flexibility of your schedule Programs for multiple subject matters
Special needs students
Bill Gates could possibly be correct because of the vast changes in technology today. The advancement of technological devices is not at its peak. Yes, there are great lecturers in many colleges and universities today however; there is always room for improvement. Many students are not able to attend a traditional college or university setting for different reasons. These students would benefit from a place-based setting. As for K-12 students, unless it is for some medical need, these students would benefit more being in a classroom setting.
Elementary students need the social and emotional skills to development. Most teens may not be ready for the self-discipline and good study habits needed to succeed, and would have a better fit in a traditional school setting to ensure their staying on top of their work assignments and not using time for learning as a time to surf the web.
Week 6: Activity 3- QR Code Instructions: Create a QR code for the main/home page of your web portfolio. (Be sure this is the main page of your site and not an “editing” page that we will not be able to access without your password.) Submit your QR code online (either directly or via a Word document) in your reply to the instructor’s initial post/prompt in the appropriate online forum by Friday, July 6. Then, re and thoughtfully reply to three of them by Saturday, July 7.
My Response to Dr. K.Brown: Dr. Brown, Below is my QR code. Since my portfolio is still under construction, my QR code can't point you to my website (issuu.com) just yet.
https://www.coursesites.com/courses/1/EDUC250/db/_1451005_1/kinderview.png
-Valerie H.
Valerie Hendry July 13, 2012 EDUC-30 Dr. Brown
Week 8 Activity1
By recognizing the needs of the students, the best approach would be to use assistive technology to meet their needs. By not focusing solely on making the best lesson plan, but one that would support the needs of all the students he is able to get his students who need extra help and the supplies to be engaged in the project. By collaborating, more with colleagues he is better equipped to prepare content, pedagogical and technology strategies to fit their need. This was helpful in his acquiring the necessary tools needed to identify what his students knew and what he needed to do to better assist them in their learning.
The internet would be a great tool to find resources. One of the resources he used was Able Net. the student who needed some support with and Apple. Many students have special talents, but unless we as educators take the time to recognize what they are, they could be lost in the classroom. By using these strategies, Mr. Tindal will be equipped to handle the challenges and possible what iff’s in the classroom.
Valerie Hendry July 13, 2012 EDUC-30 Dr. Brown Lesson Plan Title: Farm Life Subject: Animals and Vegetable Garden on a farm Purpose: Students will learn about farm animals and the different types of vegetables grow on the farm Objective: Students will identify the different animals that live on a farm, and vegetables that are grown. Language Arts (Reading and Writing): Before the field trip, independent students are paired into groups, (Studdy-buddy) to help assist students with learning disability. We have been reading stories, about farm life and gardening. Before hand, we will discuss the topic of types of animals they think live on a farm and the kinds of vegetables they would like to pick on the farm. Each group will be responsible for their work. Take notes on the Smartboard. Revisit the Smartboard. Ask the children what they can add to the information after they have heard each story. Capability to record while on the farm. Also paint and brushes along with sketch pencils for drawing. There will be a tape recorder or CD player for students to listen to stories again if necessary. Each student will be responsible for retelling their experience of the farm by either paints and or drawing some of the things they saw. Students who are interested in photography will take photos of the trip and chronological order to present their report. A list of the requirements will go home for students to place in their binders for reference. Items needed for the project/field trip: Paint Paintbrushes Colored pencils Sketching paper Paper for painting Headphones Recorder (cassette or cd) Picture cards of farms, animals and vegetables Posterboards Ipad (apple)
Video recorder Audio books Books(on farming) Nurse Computers (youtube farmers)
Noticing how hard they worked at doing their best is worth mentioning. When students receive positive feedback it builds their self-esteem and supports their motivational level for academic goals. Encouraging them to participate in other classroom activities. (Working in groups encourages all learners.) http://www.ablenetinc.com/ Assistive Technology http://www.apple.com/education/ipad/#accessibility Ipad for those with disabilities On the farm http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BIbXU5iR2P4 Four seasons gardening http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7NapZKZrFU&feature=related http://www.apple.com/accessibility/ipad/vision.html http://www.apple.com/education/ipad/#accessibility Learning tools http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sG4q8SYruaY Simon Sounds It Out - reading/phonic program http://www.scilearn.com/ Reading assistant- fast-forward http://pbskids.org/scigirls/ http://pbskids.org/scigirls/video gardening and more