This was also a good video. It had so much information that it was hard for me to pin point what I wanted to comment about it. I had to listen to it several times to remember the points it stressed that I thought were important.
I liked the fact that this young man was focused on what he wanted to do in his life--but also that he realized the importance of a college education in addition to this dream. He points out the fact that all of the top movie producers graduated from film and art school, that they reached their dreams through education and hard work.
He made the point that essentially what you do for those few hours a day while you are sitting in class, totally effects what you are going to do for the rest of your life. So make it count--work hard and follow your dreams. I also liked his thought, "make a living chasing your passions".
I feel that if you are able to work in a position which gives you joy and actually is your passion, your life will have meaning--and you will make a difference.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Google Part 2 Week 3
What???
I have enjoyed working with the google presentation this week. We had an over view of the program during class, but this week I have really had the hands on experience that helped me appreciate the benefit of using google.
In putting together our "school rules" we had to work together, without the use of email or phone. (--with our only communication through google presentation). It was a bit difficult to be able to communicate with the other team members, because they didn't remember the "post notes" option on the side of the page, this I found difficult. However, by seeing everyone put their slides together, and seeing the changes up dated on google presentation, I was able to adapt my presentation to meet theirs, so our final slide show of rules seemed to mesh perfectly. This was a good experience.
So What??
In working with google presentation this week I was able to learn the skills I needed in another class, in order to complete an assignment. It was awesome--I had previously put together a illustrator report (the week before), and had just typed the report and copied, and cut (with scissors) and taped the art to my report, it looked alright. This would be the way I have put together projects up to this point of my life (43 yrs). After learning and working with google docs and also the google presentation, I was able to use these new skills, and put together another illustrator report this morning, quickly using images I downloaded from google image search, and place them directly into my report. IT WAS AWESOME!! and it looked so good, and gave my report a totally professional look. I am so glad I have learned to use these tools. I will definitely use these in the classroom, and as I continue my education in the professional program this coming fall.
Now What?
As a teacher I will definitely be helping my students learn how to use these wonderful tools. I think it's awesome that they are free to use, and a person just needs to know how to get into the program, and get started, and google prompts can show you what to do from there. I feel it's important for students to know what is available to them, because all of these tools will help them get better grades, perform better in class, and be able to present organized professional work. What a great time to live, and be able to take advantage of the technology we have at our finger tips, now we just need to put the knowledge to use!
I have enjoyed working with the google presentation this week. We had an over view of the program during class, but this week I have really had the hands on experience that helped me appreciate the benefit of using google.
In putting together our "school rules" we had to work together, without the use of email or phone. (--with our only communication through google presentation). It was a bit difficult to be able to communicate with the other team members, because they didn't remember the "post notes" option on the side of the page, this I found difficult. However, by seeing everyone put their slides together, and seeing the changes up dated on google presentation, I was able to adapt my presentation to meet theirs, so our final slide show of rules seemed to mesh perfectly. This was a good experience.
So What??
In working with google presentation this week I was able to learn the skills I needed in another class, in order to complete an assignment. It was awesome--I had previously put together a illustrator report (the week before), and had just typed the report and copied, and cut (with scissors) and taped the art to my report, it looked alright. This would be the way I have put together projects up to this point of my life (43 yrs). After learning and working with google docs and also the google presentation, I was able to use these new skills, and put together another illustrator report this morning, quickly using images I downloaded from google image search, and place them directly into my report. IT WAS AWESOME!! and it looked so good, and gave my report a totally professional look. I am so glad I have learned to use these tools. I will definitely use these in the classroom, and as I continue my education in the professional program this coming fall.
Now What?
As a teacher I will definitely be helping my students learn how to use these wonderful tools. I think it's awesome that they are free to use, and a person just needs to know how to get into the program, and get started, and google prompts can show you what to do from there. I feel it's important for students to know what is available to them, because all of these tools will help them get better grades, perform better in class, and be able to present organized professional work. What a great time to live, and be able to take advantage of the technology we have at our finger tips, now we just need to put the knowledge to use!
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Google Part 1 Week 2
What???
Google is an amazing tool, which until today I hadn't known about. While sitting in class today I was pleasantly surprised by how useful this program is. I look forward to working on our team project, and learning how to become more efficient with the program. It seems to be fairly user friendly, and I have been able to work on my "welcome letter" without too much stress. I am enjoying google, and blogger--it is going to be very useful in teaching.
So What?
I feel that google is a program which would improve any career. It's unlimited information and programs are more than most people could even dream of. I feel that by learning to work efficiently on google and by using its organizational tools, it would help everyone be more organized, less stressed and be able to perform at a higher standard.
As a teacher, google will enable me to use my time wisely. I can use it in commuicating, grading, collecting information, planning, and scheduling meetings with my students and their parents .
It will also allow me to work on group projects with my co-workers, and team members more effectively. By being able to work on various projects independently, but collaborating as a group, we will be able to eliminate all of the extra meetings and cut down on wasted time. I will also be able to share information with other teachers more easliy.
As a parent I was able to set up my parent teacher conferences on the web this year, and it was great. Scheduling on the web made it very simple for the parents to confirm and receive a date and time that was convenient for their schedule.
Now What??
I am very excited to learn to work with google and become more experienced on how all of these programs work. I feel this will have a positive effect on my classroom and on my students. By learning these technologies, and being able to show my students the benefits of google and various other programs, they will be able to gain the same appreiciation for technology as I have.
This will help my students as they go on to high school and college, to be able to be open to new technologies as they are presented, and be able to use them and benefit from them.
I feel that all of these programs and the new technologies are just amazing. I remember helping my Dad get ready for school, by collating memograph copies for his students. We have come a long way since that time, and I look forward to seeing all of the new and exciting things technology has in store for us.
Google is an amazing tool, which until today I hadn't known about. While sitting in class today I was pleasantly surprised by how useful this program is. I look forward to working on our team project, and learning how to become more efficient with the program. It seems to be fairly user friendly, and I have been able to work on my "welcome letter" without too much stress. I am enjoying google, and blogger--it is going to be very useful in teaching.
So What?
I feel that google is a program which would improve any career. It's unlimited information and programs are more than most people could even dream of. I feel that by learning to work efficiently on google and by using its organizational tools, it would help everyone be more organized, less stressed and be able to perform at a higher standard.
As a teacher, google will enable me to use my time wisely. I can use it in commuicating, grading, collecting information, planning, and scheduling meetings with my students and their parents .
It will also allow me to work on group projects with my co-workers, and team members more effectively. By being able to work on various projects independently, but collaborating as a group, we will be able to eliminate all of the extra meetings and cut down on wasted time. I will also be able to share information with other teachers more easliy.
As a parent I was able to set up my parent teacher conferences on the web this year, and it was great. Scheduling on the web made it very simple for the parents to confirm and receive a date and time that was convenient for their schedule.
Now What??
I am very excited to learn to work with google and become more experienced on how all of these programs work. I feel this will have a positive effect on my classroom and on my students. By learning these technologies, and being able to show my students the benefits of google and various other programs, they will be able to gain the same appreiciation for technology as I have.
This will help my students as they go on to high school and college, to be able to be open to new technologies as they are presented, and be able to use them and benefit from them.
I feel that all of these programs and the new technologies are just amazing. I remember helping my Dad get ready for school, by collating memograph copies for his students. We have come a long way since that time, and I look forward to seeing all of the new and exciting things technology has in store for us.
I am what I learn...
I appreciated this video but would have enjoyed hearing more of President Obama's talk with the children of our country, I haven't heard it in it's entirety.
In watching the video I was touched by the "passion" this young woman had in becoming a film producer. She had many difficult family and home issues. It would take a very strong individual to overcome and achieve her goal in this situation. As an adult this would be difficult, but with this young woman's courage and drive, I truly believe she will achieve her goal. As with any goal, it takes ambition and hard work to make your "dream" reality.
I feel that as educators we will, more than likely, be teaching children with similar and possibly worse problems. We must always keep in mind our student's and their individual situations. We need to be able to help them realize their goals, and give them the means to achieve them.
We have the opportunity to help change these children's futures in a positive way. I hope we are ready for that challenge. It's right in front of us.
In watching the video I was touched by the "passion" this young woman had in becoming a film producer. She had many difficult family and home issues. It would take a very strong individual to overcome and achieve her goal in this situation. As an adult this would be difficult, but with this young woman's courage and drive, I truly believe she will achieve her goal. As with any goal, it takes ambition and hard work to make your "dream" reality.
I feel that as educators we will, more than likely, be teaching children with similar and possibly worse problems. We must always keep in mind our student's and their individual situations. We need to be able to help them realize their goals, and give them the means to achieve them.
We have the opportunity to help change these children's futures in a positive way. I hope we are ready for that challenge. It's right in front of us.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Do you Believe in Me?
This video clip was awesome! What an amazing young man.
I loved watching this video clip. It truly hit on what I believe makes a great teacher.
In this life, "Believing" is truly a gift to possess. We are surrounded by many people who don't believe in themselves or one another. I feel that in order to be a "life changing" teacher, it is so important to be a "believer". We have to be able to convey to our students that we believe they can succeed, and that we do believe in them, and that we aren't giving up. As teachers we need to be our students greatest supporters and cheer leaders.
If we are able to catch that vision, and harness the power of "believing", we can help make great learning events happen. As we educate and convey this "believing" idea to our students, they will also start "believing" and open their minds to the idea, that their future is limitless.
I would hope that all who watched this clip will take it into their hearts, and think about the enormous effect "believing" would have on themselves, their families, and on their students. I would hope that we will all make the changes necessary to get that way, if we aren't already.
I'm glad I was able to add this video to my life experiences-it made an impact on me.
I loved watching this video clip. It truly hit on what I believe makes a great teacher.
In this life, "Believing" is truly a gift to possess. We are surrounded by many people who don't believe in themselves or one another. I feel that in order to be a "life changing" teacher, it is so important to be a "believer". We have to be able to convey to our students that we believe they can succeed, and that we do believe in them, and that we aren't giving up. As teachers we need to be our students greatest supporters and cheer leaders.
If we are able to catch that vision, and harness the power of "believing", we can help make great learning events happen. As we educate and convey this "believing" idea to our students, they will also start "believing" and open their minds to the idea, that their future is limitless.
I would hope that all who watched this clip will take it into their hearts, and think about the enormous effect "believing" would have on themselves, their families, and on their students. I would hope that we will all make the changes necessary to get that way, if we aren't already.
I'm glad I was able to add this video to my life experiences-it made an impact on me.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
The Perfect Classroom
The Perfect Classroom
by Heather Allan
In thinking about the "perfect classroom", I have many ideas of what I would like to bring into my classroom.
I would want there to be a peace present in my classroom, where my students feel happy, comfortable and secure. I would want them to be able to feel accepted and know without a doubt that I am on their team, that I care about them, and that I want them to succeed.
I want to be prepared personally to give each student an outstanding experience in my classroom, by continuing my education and being the best I can be--so in turn I can give them the best education possible.
I would hope to be able to teach in a school which has a positive school culture. A school where I am confidant and supported by my fellow team teachers. I also feel it is so important to have the support of a strong principal who is dedicated to his or her job, the students, teachers, and the community.
I want to be organized and run my classroom efficiently--
I love the arts, and will definitely incorporate lots of color and interesting pictures, students projects, and posters displayed around my room. I feel this helps the room feel more inviting and comfortable to my students, and I want them to feel "at home". I also feel that by displaying their work this gives the students a feeling of accomplishment and helps them build a positive self-esteem.
I will group my students desks together into tables. I want to help my students be able to work together as a group, and learn to get along with others. This is an important skill to learn, even as an adult.
And the last most important element in my classroom would definitely be my students. I look forward to teaching all children. Children with different ideas, personalities, economic backgrounds, skills, learning levels, and home lives. I feel it will be so fulfilling to work with each of these students, and help them to discover their strengths and help them work to overcome their weaknesses. Teaching is an amazing profession in my eyes. I have had wonderful teachers, and I hope to be that same amazing teacher to my students.
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