Wow.. I learned a lot of information from the assignment this week. I always believed that copyright policies were pretty much clear cut and simple. You ask for permission, it is either granted or not granted. If permission is granted, you credit the original author and move on. If permission is denied, you find something else and move on. I was WRONG! I have to say that I am still a little confused with all the new information that I have. I had never really heard of fair use practices before. I knew that in many cases it was permissible to use information for educational purposes, but was unsure if it applied to anything else. The netiquette information I learned was not really new to me. Many chat rooms, and online classes for that matter offer articles and training on proper netiquette. Cyber bullying is very predominant today and is something that teachers should approach diligently with their students.
So, how do I feel about everything that I have learned? More or less.. I am confused! While some information has been cleared up, I am left with more questions. I want to make sure that I am not the type of teacher who does not venture into the world of technology because of my fear of copyright usage. However, on the opposite spectrum, I do not want to be the teacher who just ignores rules all together and sets a bad example for her students. I think that it is a fine line to walk, especially because as a teacher you are a role model. I will continue to research information on the correct practices of fair usage and copyright law. I am excited to see that there are many resources available to teach students about cyber bullying as well as cyber safety. In this day and age, the internet is predominant and it is parents and teachers responsibility to teach students the correct way to take advantage of the technology.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Mapping Activity
Before conducting the mapping activity in class, I would just type in google and then manually search for what I was looking for. Sometimes it would be a very quick search, and other times it would take forever because I would have to check out each site in depth. I never really used any other engines. I never realized that there were techniques that could help me to search, and did not even know some of the things that could help me to determine if the information on a site is credible. Many times I would become very frustrated because it just seemed as though there had to be a better way to search, yet I did not know what it was. It was interesting to find that there are sites out there that can help you determine the author of a web site as well. Overall, my experience was not great, time consuming, and sometimes frustrating.
I think that my habits will change significantly when searching thanks to this assignment. I am more comfortable with a number of search engines, such as yahoo and Bing now. I was nervous to try these sites before because I was just used to google. I was aware that many sites do not have correct information posted, or may be from a questionable source. I did not realize that there could be easier ways to determine if information can be used as opposed to painstakingly looking up the information detail by detail. Upon first inspection of the Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus site, it could seem to be somewhat credible, especially to a child. However, it is obviously a hoax and just researching information on the site, as well as the author proves as much. Having a wealth of knowledge about searching will help me as a teacher. If I expect for my students to use search engines to research assignments, I myself need to make sure that I have all the correct information needed to teach the students this important skill. I believe that my future students will be better equipped in technology, simply because I, their teacher, will be better informed.
Overall, I believe that my history with using search engines is very poor. There was a lot of information that I had no clue about. I am sure that many times I may have thought information to come from a credible source, when in reality it was not. By being informed on the proper way to search, how to find credible authors and information, as well as dissecting the site that I am looking for, I can make sure that I am learning correct information as well as sharing correct information. Being a teacher is a huge responsibility. My students will learn the things that I teach them. In today's fast paced technological society, it is pertinent that I keep myself updated so that I can make sure my students are as well. I can not imagine teaching my students something that is incorrect, or not being able to answer any questions they may have.
Zapato, K. (1998, March 8). Pacific northwest tree octopus. Retrieved from http://zapatopi.net/treeoctopus/
I think that my habits will change significantly when searching thanks to this assignment. I am more comfortable with a number of search engines, such as yahoo and Bing now. I was nervous to try these sites before because I was just used to google. I was aware that many sites do not have correct information posted, or may be from a questionable source. I did not realize that there could be easier ways to determine if information can be used as opposed to painstakingly looking up the information detail by detail. Upon first inspection of the Pacific Northwest Tree Octopus site, it could seem to be somewhat credible, especially to a child. However, it is obviously a hoax and just researching information on the site, as well as the author proves as much. Having a wealth of knowledge about searching will help me as a teacher. If I expect for my students to use search engines to research assignments, I myself need to make sure that I have all the correct information needed to teach the students this important skill. I believe that my future students will be better equipped in technology, simply because I, their teacher, will be better informed.
Overall, I believe that my history with using search engines is very poor. There was a lot of information that I had no clue about. I am sure that many times I may have thought information to come from a credible source, when in reality it was not. By being informed on the proper way to search, how to find credible authors and information, as well as dissecting the site that I am looking for, I can make sure that I am learning correct information as well as sharing correct information. Being a teacher is a huge responsibility. My students will learn the things that I teach them. In today's fast paced technological society, it is pertinent that I keep myself updated so that I can make sure my students are as well. I can not imagine teaching my students something that is incorrect, or not being able to answer any questions they may have.
Zapato, K. (1998, March 8). Pacific northwest tree octopus. Retrieved from http://zapatopi.net/treeoctopus/
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Introduction
Hello everyone. My name is Tabatha Martini. I have two wonderful children who I love with all my heart. I have been married for 12 years, together 13. My husband is my high school sweetheart and has supported my ventures into college life. I do a lot, and everything I do is for them. I am currently on the way to graduating from college in May 2012 with a degree in education, EC-6 generalist certification with sped.. I am also a teaching assistant in a special education classroom. I love my job, and work mainly with students who are diagnosed with autism. I use technology everyday in my classroom, from using the computer to pull up curriculum, to doing "circle time" on the Promethean board. I believe that in this day and age it is very important for teachers to incorporate technology into their lessons during the school day. Students need to be introduced to technology at a very young age, because it is now a vital part of our society.
My vision of technology in the classroom is expansive! I think that technology should be incorporated in every way possible. Using ipads to teach a lesson would be something ideal. I could read to my classroom while they followed along on their own ipads, increasing literacy comprehension. This would be a fun way to incorporate technology into group reading. Students could use the classroom computers to conduct research, learn about the world, skype with other students in those places they learn about, use the Promethean board for interactive lessons, ipods to listen to books read aloud during independent reading, read and write pens that read back what the student just wrote, and many many more options. The list is endless. Technology can help students reach their full potential if the teacher has the knowledge and know how to incorporate it correctly. Students can only benefit from such a well rounded education, especially when innovations in technology keep increasing at the current rate.
My goals in the ETEC 424 class are to learn as much as possible about the world of technology when used in conjunction with teaching elementary students, as well as keep an open my mind to any new technology that may seem intimidating. If I have the correct training while getting my degree, I will be able to use this knowledge later when teaching. While I consider myself to be technological savvy in most cases, I know that there is so much that I can learn! Teachers should always continue to strive to gain new knowledge and insight and what better way than incorporating such an innovative field like technology. I hope to be able to use the technology insight I gain, because I learn better when I can actually apply it, and in turn I am able to gain a better understanding of the information presented. Overall, I hope to have fun while learning!
My vision of technology in the classroom is expansive! I think that technology should be incorporated in every way possible. Using ipads to teach a lesson would be something ideal. I could read to my classroom while they followed along on their own ipads, increasing literacy comprehension. This would be a fun way to incorporate technology into group reading. Students could use the classroom computers to conduct research, learn about the world, skype with other students in those places they learn about, use the Promethean board for interactive lessons, ipods to listen to books read aloud during independent reading, read and write pens that read back what the student just wrote, and many many more options. The list is endless. Technology can help students reach their full potential if the teacher has the knowledge and know how to incorporate it correctly. Students can only benefit from such a well rounded education, especially when innovations in technology keep increasing at the current rate.
My goals in the ETEC 424 class are to learn as much as possible about the world of technology when used in conjunction with teaching elementary students, as well as keep an open my mind to any new technology that may seem intimidating. If I have the correct training while getting my degree, I will be able to use this knowledge later when teaching. While I consider myself to be technological savvy in most cases, I know that there is so much that I can learn! Teachers should always continue to strive to gain new knowledge and insight and what better way than incorporating such an innovative field like technology. I hope to be able to use the technology insight I gain, because I learn better when I can actually apply it, and in turn I am able to gain a better understanding of the information presented. Overall, I hope to have fun while learning!
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