Chapter 4 consisted of all of the devices involved with computer work. I have used many of these devices before, but never considered categorizing the devices. Throughout reading Chapter 4, I learned that input devices are basically instruments that put information into a computer. these devices include, but are not limited to: game controllers, kiosk touch screens, mouse, keyboard, and pen input. The pen is the most intriguing device because i never knew that a simple stylus and PDA fell into a special category. Also, I did not know that they now have pens that track what you write and display it on the computer. That is extremely interesting! Output devices are used to display or store information from the computer. These devices include screens, projectors,and printers. The only confusing art about the Chapter is the different between Audio input and Audio output. I believe that audio input involves sounds put into the computer from other devices whereas audio output is the sound from the computer to speakers. This area is still a little shady! Lastly, media storage. This is my favorite topic in Chapter 4. These devices include all types of disks, memory cards, and jump drives. I enjoyed this portion because I have a large amount of experience from using each of these devices. The most interesting part was to see the breakdown of the (now rarely used) floppy disk. The floppy disk consists of a shutter, a shell, two liners, flexible thin film with magnetic coding, and a metal hub! I have never seen the breakdown of one before! This chapter was interesting and very educational!!
So, I have been taking this Web Programming class. I am surprised at how well I am doing in it so far, but why is it required? I mean, my degree is Secondary Mathematics Education and the class uses Notepad to write webpages!?! When would I ever use that? I can understand the blogging in relation to education, or even using a program to make a webpage, but teachers don't have time to write html code for webpages. Does anyone else have a peculiar class they are required to take for their education degree? It just goes to show that technology is advancing in such a fast speed that teachers are required to enter into fields they never have before. I suppose taking this class is a growing experience though! I am rather proud of the webpages I have written thus far, and may use this for something someday! On the other hand, this Technology course is completely realistic for todays teachers. I am familiar with many of the programs, but it interests me to use them from the teachers end rather than the students end.
Oh so long ago, I was very skilled in Inspiration usage. However, I had not used the program since I was in 4th grade! That was nearly ten years ago...so I did need some refreshing. once i opened the program, I remembered how to use it, but I never had a detailed history about different maps. I enjoyed that part of class because we got a background to what we were going to apply to teaching. In fact, this program is extremely useful in the Mathematics department, so I might even be using parts of that background lesson someday. Also, I enjoyed making links to webpages and using the pictures. This program is extremely create, innovative, and yet educational. All of the greats in one! I look forward to future assignments, lectures, and discussions in the class.
Tuesday, September 25, 2007
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Blog Post 2
The first website I explored is http://www.serpik.com/agrapher/. I enjoyed this website because it sells far more efficient software to develop accurate graphs for classes. However, this site would serve more use if the graphs could be made on the internet instead of needing the software. Overall, the best part of this site is the trial download. This allows teachers to use the product before purchasing it. I played around with the program for a little while and it is awesome! The most useful of all of the Math Corner websites was http://www.learner.org/interactives/dailymath/. This site gives explanation to the math students never ending question "How does this apply in the 'real world'?". The entire site is full of real life problems with mathematic solutions, important aspects of mathematics, and is visually appealing. I will definitely use this site in my mathematics classes in the future.
Through the Microsoft Word 2003 tutorial and quiz i learned how to change the program settings. this will be extremely useful in the classroom because it expands the uses of Word. Most importantly, I learned new, more efficient, ways to do basic tasks such as creating tables, altering text, and equalizing columns. Word is an essential part of teaching in todays classrooms. This lesson has broadened my Microsoft Word 2003 knowledge.
For my assistive technology choice, I decided on the site http://www.nuance.com/. I have personally used one of their programs, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, on my grandmothers computer. This software is amazing, it recognizes your voice, and allows you to write papers, access the internet, and do everyday tasks on the computer without physically seeing the screen. This allows students who would have automatically been classified as Special Education to interact in everyday classroom settings and perform assignments as done by other students. Finally, with the use of these software programs, teachers can actively engage with students who have been outcast by their disability. Thanks to technology, the disabled have now become the enabled!!
Through the Microsoft Word 2003 tutorial and quiz i learned how to change the program settings. this will be extremely useful in the classroom because it expands the uses of Word. Most importantly, I learned new, more efficient, ways to do basic tasks such as creating tables, altering text, and equalizing columns. Word is an essential part of teaching in todays classrooms. This lesson has broadened my Microsoft Word 2003 knowledge.
For my assistive technology choice, I decided on the site http://www.nuance.com/. I have personally used one of their programs, Dragon NaturallySpeaking, on my grandmothers computer. This software is amazing, it recognizes your voice, and allows you to write papers, access the internet, and do everyday tasks on the computer without physically seeing the screen. This allows students who would have automatically been classified as Special Education to interact in everyday classroom settings and perform assignments as done by other students. Finally, with the use of these software programs, teachers can actively engage with students who have been outcast by their disability. Thanks to technology, the disabled have now become the enabled!!
Monday, September 10, 2007
Blog post 1
The ARCS model definitely explains the highlights of good classroom motivation. Throughout my experience with schooling, the attention, relevance, challenge/confidence, and satisfaction/success elements have been stressed in the classroom. The ARCS motivational model draws in the digital students to learn through not only teacher’s instruction, but also hands on experience. When a student becomes intrigued and engaged in the lesson, that student learns increasingly better. The ISTE’s National Educational Technology Standards and Performance Indicators are important to properly lay out the use of technology in the classroom. Though the guidelines are basic, and somewhat common sense, if they were not explained some instructor would surely cross a boundary. Overall, this chapter helps to guide teachers in the correct and most efficient direction in modern classroom teaching.
First off, I had never heard of the ARCS Motivational Model, and this will be extremely helpful in future classroom involvement. Second, SAM is the most interesting program I have used involving computers. The interactive learning and mastering that goes on is amazing. I will definitely try to find equivalent software to use in my classes. Other than that, I haven’t really delve into the hardcore technological classroom yet, although I look forward to diving soon!
After saying all of that about SAM I do have one concern. On the practice test recently assigned, one problem really stuck out. When taking a computerized test, how do you know which way the computer wants it answered? With technology there are several different ways to reach the same outcome, so if the directions do not specify the way in which to perform a task, how do you know which way to perform? Other than that, I just look forward to getting to know other students in the class!
First off, I had never heard of the ARCS Motivational Model, and this will be extremely helpful in future classroom involvement. Second, SAM is the most interesting program I have used involving computers. The interactive learning and mastering that goes on is amazing. I will definitely try to find equivalent software to use in my classes. Other than that, I haven’t really delve into the hardcore technological classroom yet, although I look forward to diving soon!
After saying all of that about SAM I do have one concern. On the practice test recently assigned, one problem really stuck out. When taking a computerized test, how do you know which way the computer wants it answered? With technology there are several different ways to reach the same outcome, so if the directions do not specify the way in which to perform a task, how do you know which way to perform? Other than that, I just look forward to getting to know other students in the class!
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