Monday, November 23, 2009

on-line week........progression of lesson plan

Christine and I have developed a lesson plan to get excited about! We are looking forward to our moment to teach. We are ready to present on the 30th.
I have really enjoyed this class C.K. You have taught me something new and useful every week.
I really like the presentations my classmates have done because it is very helpful to get different opinions, ideas and input. Before this class, i had no idea how many on-line resources were available, and how many resources were out there to help teachers. I have learned what a blog is, how to use wikapedia, record grades, track attendance electronically, create and manufacture a handout, how to embed music and videos in my power point presentation, and on, and on, and on. This was my first experience with on-line access to library books, articles and other resources.
I absolutely think teachers should use technology in the classroom, and I look forward to having so many tools available to me when I start teaching.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

voicethread

I really like it- of course, I would have to be trained and practice using the program before I would be comfortable using it as part of my lesson plan in front of my students. I really like the many features available, and it promotes some creativity which is something I struggle with. it would certainly be helpful with students who have missed class or need help reviewing. I look forward to having this as one more tool available to teach with. I love technology!!!! :^)