I enjoyed watching more presentations on the web 2.0 conference. I think it's wonderful that so many people, particularly educators, are recognizing the fact that these online applications can be used for educational purposes.
Students are so willing to learn about web applications because the Internet is such a huge part of their lives-- they can check e-mail, instant message, and create profiles on social networking sites to keep up with their friends.
It only makes sense to use applications like these to encourage student participation in class activites and assignments. If students feel like they are learning useful information, like how to create a blog or use a bookmarking site, they are probably going to enjoy class more and actually be interested in what's going on. Students know that technology is a huge part of our lives and will only continue to be so-- teachers who ignore its usefulness are only harming their educational endeavors.
Some sites I found interesting while viewing presentations:
http://takemyhand07.wikispaces.com
http://blogmeister.pbwiki.com
http://www.toondoo.com/
I love that so many teachers participate in this conference. It's vital to the success of our students that teachers be willing to expand their knowledge and use the best methods to engage and educate students. Seeing all of these different resources and applications makes me so excited to be a future educator-- I can't wait to have a chance to things out and let my students have the opportunity to experience blogs, video chats, podcasts and other applications.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Friday, March 20, 2009
K12 ONLINE CONFERENCE
This is a great idea for teachers and educators to learn more about computer and technological applications for their schools.
It's so important to stay up to date in terms of technology and digital opportunities-- conferences like this one can be such a help, because there is such a variety of subject matter. (Also, it's all online, so there's no need to take time off to travel or spend money for a physical conference.)
Students need educators to take technology seriously and use it in ways that will expand our education system for the better and give our students the chance to be successful in an increasingly technological time.
Web 2.0 can be a mysterious and foreboding place, especially for parents and teachers who don't have much experience with computer applications. The K12 conference is such a great idea, and so much can be learned from its presenters.
It's so important to stay up to date in terms of technology and digital opportunities-- conferences like this one can be such a help, because there is such a variety of subject matter. (Also, it's all online, so there's no need to take time off to travel or spend money for a physical conference.)
Students need educators to take technology seriously and use it in ways that will expand our education system for the better and give our students the chance to be successful in an increasingly technological time.
Web 2.0 can be a mysterious and foreboding place, especially for parents and teachers who don't have much experience with computer applications. The K12 conference is such a great idea, and so much can be learned from its presenters.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
web 2.0
Web 2.0 has come up with a lot of great resources that can be used in schools. I like exploring different web options that can help students expand their communication and technological abilities for educational purposes.
I really like the idea of creating a library or school reading blog-- this is something I would like to do when I have a job in my own library. I would like to encourage students to use online resources and talk about their favorite books with teachers and each other. It would be great if students could post links to their favorite author sites or other book resources.
Allowing students to explore web 2.0 applications is very important to their learning and development. Because we deal so much with technology today, encouraging students to explore and adapt to web applications will greatly benefit them in the future.
I do understand the fear of letting students go too far beyond what is appropriate, but we do need to allow them some semblance of freedom. I would like to encourage my students to explore web applications in connection with literacy, especially for creative group projects or class literary discussions.
I really like the idea of creating a library or school reading blog-- this is something I would like to do when I have a job in my own library. I would like to encourage students to use online resources and talk about their favorite books with teachers and each other. It would be great if students could post links to their favorite author sites or other book resources.
Allowing students to explore web 2.0 applications is very important to their learning and development. Because we deal so much with technology today, encouraging students to explore and adapt to web applications will greatly benefit them in the future.
I do understand the fear of letting students go too far beyond what is appropriate, but we do need to allow them some semblance of freedom. I would like to encourage my students to explore web applications in connection with literacy, especially for creative group projects or class literary discussions.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
website collaboration project
This project lets our group look at different school websites and discuss what features are most appropriate and helpful for a school library website. I liked examining different library webpages and discovering which features are most desirable. I found that when it comes to school websites, simpler is better. You don't want things crowded in among images, links and tiny text. The page should be attractive and somewhat colorful, but should be organized enough to let users navigate through it.
I think many area schools have excellent websites, and the library pages are generally easy to use and pleasant to see. I like the idea of allowing students, parents and teachers outside access to the catalog with a password-- it seems to make things more secure and reliable.
It seems to me that the website is a reflection of the library itself. It should introduce the library and the staff, give relevant information and links, and let school members have access to the library even when school is closed or out of session.
Libraries are such an important part of a school environment, and particularly now with budget cuts and decreased numbers of class library visits during school, it is important to keep the school community interested in the library and what it offers-- the webpage is a great way to do that!
I think many area schools have excellent websites, and the library pages are generally easy to use and pleasant to see. I like the idea of allowing students, parents and teachers outside access to the catalog with a password-- it seems to make things more secure and reliable.
It seems to me that the website is a reflection of the library itself. It should introduce the library and the staff, give relevant information and links, and let school members have access to the library even when school is closed or out of session.
Libraries are such an important part of a school environment, and particularly now with budget cuts and decreased numbers of class library visits during school, it is important to keep the school community interested in the library and what it offers-- the webpage is a great way to do that!
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