How does the technology you currently use enhance your teaching and your student's learning? How do you know?
I believe that by using video clips and various websites that some points can be illustrated better than just standing up in front of the class with a marker and a white board. Technology provides hands on experience for the kids (they're not just staring off into space, listening or not) and some subjects can go more in depth (computer models of cells or body systems--virtual tours of water treatment plants, etc). Also, the kids can access some resources from home. The kids seem to enjoy working with computers and seeing video clips--they prefer it over the book and actually stay awake and get involved!
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Day2--Morning
How do you currently used technology in your classroom?
I make use of computers. I use my computer everyday in the classroom--even if its just to find worksheets or plan lessons. My classes go to the computer labs to do research or to work on brain pop or other sites. I also make use of video clips and soundbites from unitedstreaming.com and other websites. I show videos (dvd and vhs) and use my projector to show the dvds and to make use of powerpoint (which I use about 3-4 times a week).
I make use of computers. I use my computer everyday in the classroom--even if its just to find worksheets or plan lessons. My classes go to the computer labs to do research or to work on brain pop or other sites. I also make use of video clips and soundbites from unitedstreaming.com and other websites. I show videos (dvd and vhs) and use my projector to show the dvds and to make use of powerpoint (which I use about 3-4 times a week).
Monday, June 25, 2007
Day 1--Shut Down, Power Off
Reflect on today.
It has been a very interesting day. Day 1 was a little different than I had imagined--but not necessarily bad. Most of the day was spent waiting on software to download and feeling like I had no idea what was going on. It was a little frustrating. I got to play around with virtuoso a little--its cool and I can't wait to check out the possibilities. It does seem like its going to take some getting used to, however. I can't seem to get the objects to position correctly!!! I'm sure I'll learn what I need to know this week to get the bugs worked out.
It has been a very interesting day. Day 1 was a little different than I had imagined--but not necessarily bad. Most of the day was spent waiting on software to download and feeling like I had no idea what was going on. It was a little frustrating. I got to play around with virtuoso a little--its cool and I can't wait to check out the possibilities. It does seem like its going to take some getting used to, however. I can't seem to get the objects to position correctly!!! I'm sure I'll learn what I need to know this week to get the bugs worked out.
Day 1--Afternoon
Why are you here?
I am here to learn how to make a learning game for my science students! I see a lot of potential in my students if they would just have some interest in the subject matter.
What are you excited about?
Learning all of the ins and outs of game programming. Also, figuring out the concept for my game. I wonder what the finished product will look like.
What are you concerned about?
I'm worried that I wont understand how to make the game work. I've heard its complicated at times.
I am here to learn how to make a learning game for my science students! I see a lot of potential in my students if they would just have some interest in the subject matter.
What are you excited about?
Learning all of the ins and outs of game programming. Also, figuring out the concept for my game. I wonder what the finished product will look like.
What are you concerned about?
I'm worried that I wont understand how to make the game work. I've heard its complicated at times.
Day1--Morning
What are your feeling about video games in general?
I like video games. I have played video games since I was about 5 or so. I have lived through the Nintendo era, the Sega era, the Playstation era, and now into the Wii era. Video games are a great way to take your mind off things and to bond with friends. Yes, some out there do play a bit much, when it starts interfering with real life you might want to cut back. It can also be a very expensive hobby.
What are your feeling about video games as learning tools?
I think using video games as learning tools is a wonderful idea. Kids today are so absorbed in gaming that sometimes it doesn't even matter what they play just as long as they have something to play. Kids see games as something non threatening and fun. If we could sneak in some learning I'm all for it. The kids will be engaged and actually absorb some of the knowledge, when in class they'd doodle or day dream. Making educational video games is one way to get children excited about learning.
I like video games. I have played video games since I was about 5 or so. I have lived through the Nintendo era, the Sega era, the Playstation era, and now into the Wii era. Video games are a great way to take your mind off things and to bond with friends. Yes, some out there do play a bit much, when it starts interfering with real life you might want to cut back. It can also be a very expensive hobby.
What are your feeling about video games as learning tools?
I think using video games as learning tools is a wonderful idea. Kids today are so absorbed in gaming that sometimes it doesn't even matter what they play just as long as they have something to play. Kids see games as something non threatening and fun. If we could sneak in some learning I'm all for it. The kids will be engaged and actually absorb some of the knowledge, when in class they'd doodle or day dream. Making educational video games is one way to get children excited about learning.
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