This is a great article because it gives ways to make professional development personal to the user. It gives great examples of wikis and blogs. I used his blog www.pageflakes.com/wferriter/16618841 to get a bunch a resources for myself. We've used the wikis in professional development, but I see the enormous potential of using our blog and in reading others' blogs. There are so many resources out there that will make our lives easier, and they'll also promote self-reflection and discussion. Using Pageflakes or Google Reader is a quick and easy way to find information that matters to me as a professional. Make sure to check out his link to student blogs at www.pageflakes.com/wferriter/20982438 This is the wave of the future and we need to embrace the technology and use it with our students.
I would love to take the time to blog if I knew the time I spent would give me important information about my specific topic. I'm willing to give it a try!
Yes, my group, Glenda, Jean, and I agree that the article was thought provoking. I used to belong to a listserv and met a penpal from a school in Capetown South Africa that I correcsponded to for years, and shared classroom videos. This is a "newer" version of the older technology.
I would like to have time to explore pageflakes for teachers. In all of this, I feel undertrained in the use of so much of today's technology. I hope our teacher quality time includes some training.
I think education blogging is a great way to get fresh ideas to use in the classroom. I also think it will be a great way to get suggestions and support to get through the rough days. It also gives you a way to reflect upon what you are doing and what you could be doing to better the students we have.
It is good to see what resources are available to use in class. My problem is I don't know how to incorporate it in math lessons. Lyuda
This article tells me that I am thinking the right way and moving in the correct direction, as I search for on-line resources to help high schoolers think a bit more laterally about whatever subject we are studying. It's a little more assuring to me as an educator. By viewing what others have done, I am able to try and incorporate these ideas, either lesson helpers or practice websites. If there was more time, I would be more apt to use technology in the art room, but I think that comes more into play late middle-early high school. -Heather
An interesting perspective on what is going on in our "modern" classrooms in a modern world. Makes one realize we really have no excuses as educators not to have readily available resources as well as user friendly to get with the times. This gives hope for future professional development and Amanda and I like the emphasis of creativity and collaboration.
I am always very eager to learn more. I have five books that I am reading right now. Blogging sounds like a new resource that would be very interesting.
My sister and mom use a RSS feed to assimilate info. their both librarians and do a lot online research. I'm getting pressure from both of them to open a g-mail account. i can't hardly give up the yahoo one that i started in seventh grade.
Only 7% of what you want to communicate is in the words you use. This is missing the other 93% of what it takes to communicate your ideas, emotions, and personality. Otherwise, it seems like a useful tool. Yesterday when I wanted to go to a blog site, I was denied access. Maybe this will give more success!!
I used Wikis in classes I took last summer, as opposed to the webCTs I loved the Wikis because we could click right into the research that was applicable to our topics, with a broad range of choices. We also participated in discussions about the various topics we were studying. I found the discussion interesting, but I have never blogged nor have I initiated any Wiki discussions or participated in any discussions not related to a class topic. I always thought bloggers were people who had nothing else to do but gripe and complain about issues. I also have the view that I have a hard enough time getting through the day, feel like I'm running and then when I get home, I feel like I've run a marathon and would rather read the paper or play solitare online than talk shop. I know there are great ideas out there and I'm always wanting to improve what I do in the classroom. But it is exhausting to make class so inviting everyday to students, let alone stay awake to share online! I would like to look at the shortcuts, limiting the amount of topics I would read about- and not searching for 30 minutes to find what I'm looking for.
I think being able to communicate with other educators in any format is useful. The thing that holds me back is my own hesitance and insecurity with technology.
I am anxious to look over the various websites explained in the article. I think the time spent will be worthwhile especially since using the wiki in my classes has been so engaging for my students.
This seems very interesting. Can you imagine the blogs you could have with other teachers in your area, especially other social science/government teachers during an election year.
On page 67, Glasser (P. 108) is quoted as saying, "no student grade should ever depend on what other students do." From the reading, there are considerable differences of opinion regarding grading people on the curve. Obviously, to say we are going to have so many A's, B's, C's, D's, and F's is something that bothers me a great deal. The book suggests that it "goes against the goal of successful learning for all students." (Bellanca 1992,1999) The book also suggests that the students tested must be in the hundreds or even a thousand. I do not know how many people at EC have ever graded on the curve, but to me it's nonsense. Some classes have many talented students taking the class. I'd hate to see a student achieve in the 80% and get an F if that were the lowest score. Obviously, it's been A LONG TIME AGO, but I remember a collge professor insisting this was the way to grade. I think there are enough concerns about grading without having to limit others due to the scores of their peers. I think as long as we grade, a student shall earn a grade according to the specific requirements outlined by the teacher and their grading scale.
This is a great article because it gives ways to make professional development personal to the user. It gives great examples of wikis and blogs. I used his blog www.pageflakes.com/wferriter/16618841 to get a bunch a resources for myself. We've used the wikis in professional development, but I see the enormous potential of using our blog and in reading others' blogs. There are so many resources out there that will make our lives easier, and they'll also promote self-reflection and discussion. Using Pageflakes or Google Reader is a quick and easy way to find information that matters to me as a professional. Make sure to check out his link to student blogs at www.pageflakes.com/wferriter/20982438 This is the wave of the future and we need to embrace the technology and use it with our students.
ReplyDeleteI would love to take the time to blog if I knew the time I spent would give me important information about my specific topic. I'm willing to give it a try!
ReplyDeleteYes, my group, Glenda, Jean, and I agree that the article was thought provoking. I used to belong to a listserv and met a penpal from a school in Capetown South Africa that I correcsponded to for years, and shared classroom videos. This is a "newer" version of the older technology.
ReplyDeleteI would like to have time to explore pageflakes for teachers. In all of this, I feel undertrained in the use of so much of today's technology. I hope our teacher quality time includes some training.
ReplyDeleteI think education blogging is a great way to get fresh ideas to use in the classroom. I also think it will be a great way to get suggestions and support to get through the rough days. It also gives you a way to reflect upon what you are doing and what you could be doing to better the students we have.
ReplyDeleteI am going to give blogging a try. I don't know if I'll make it every day, but maybe start with a goal of two to three times a week.
ReplyDeleteI started thinking this would be an OK thing to try and now I am getting lost. HELP!!!!
ReplyDeleteIt is good to see what resources are available to use in class. My problem is I don't know how to incorporate it in math lessons. Lyuda
ReplyDeleteThis article tells me that I am thinking the right way and moving in the correct direction, as I search for on-line resources to help high schoolers think a bit more laterally about whatever subject we are studying. It's a little more assuring to me as an educator. By viewing what others have done, I am able to try and incorporate these ideas, either lesson helpers or practice websites. If there was more time, I would be more apt to use technology in the art room, but I think that comes more into play late middle-early high school.
-Heather
An interesting perspective on what is going on in our "modern" classrooms in a modern world. Makes one realize we really have no excuses as educators not to have readily available resources as well as user friendly to get with the times. This gives hope for future professional development and Amanda and I like the emphasis of creativity and collaboration.
ReplyDeleteI am always very eager to learn more. I have five books that I am reading right now. Blogging sounds like a new resource that would be very interesting.
ReplyDeleteJulie
My sister and mom use a RSS feed to assimilate info. their both librarians and do a lot online research. I'm getting pressure from both of them to open a g-mail account. i can't hardly give up the yahoo one that i started in seventh grade.
ReplyDeleteI will try blogging tomorrow, sounds easier than I thought it would be.
ReplyDeleteI AM BLOGGING....SWEEET!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat seems like wasted time on-line, could actually be a valuable resource to find info--relative to items you are covering in class.
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I'm anxious to get some discussions going among our staff. I know we have some great ideas to share.
ReplyDeleteWhat I great idea! I would love to blog IF it gave me great information without wasting a lot of time on stuff that doesn't pertain to me
ReplyDeleteJoanie and Sue
ReplyDeleteWe need to learn how to use this new technology. It would be great to talk and compare with other teachers in our areas of expertise.
Only 7% of what you want to communicate is in the words you use. This is missing the other 93% of what it takes to communicate your ideas, emotions, and personality. Otherwise, it seems like a useful tool. Yesterday when I wanted to go to a blog site, I was denied access. Maybe this will give more success!!
ReplyDeleteI agree with all of my colleagues, anything they say, but wonder about time...
ReplyDeleteI used Wikis in classes I took last summer, as opposed to the webCTs I loved the Wikis because we
ReplyDeletecould click right into the research that was applicable to our topics, with a broad range of choices. We also participated in discussions about the various topics we were studying. I found the discussion interesting, but I have never blogged nor have I initiated any Wiki discussions or participated in any discussions not related to a class topic. I always thought bloggers were people who had nothing else to do but gripe and complain about issues. I also have the view that I have a hard enough time getting through the day, feel like I'm running and then when I get home, I feel like I've run a marathon and would rather read the paper or play solitare online than talk shop. I know there are great ideas out there and I'm always wanting to improve what I do in the classroom. But it is exhausting to make class so inviting everyday to students, let alone stay awake to share online! I would like to look at the shortcuts, limiting the amount of topics I would read about- and not searching for 30 minutes to find what I'm looking for.
I think being able to communicate with other educators in any format is useful. The thing that holds me back is my own hesitance and insecurity with technology.
ReplyDeleteI am anxious to look over the various websites explained in the article. I think the time spent will be worthwhile especially since using the wiki in my classes has been so engaging for my students.
ReplyDeleteThis seems very interesting. Can you imagine the blogs you could have with other teachers in your area, especially other social science/government teachers during an election year.
ReplyDeleteI will actually try to do this even though I
ReplyDeletedon't know much about a computer!
Laura and Jennifer think this article was interesting with many sound ideas. We are excited to give "blogging" a try!
ReplyDeleteOnce I got an account, it wasn't too hard to blog. I may give this a try!
ReplyDeleteI think this sounds great as I am always looking for new ideas and insights!
ReplyDeleteI am looking forward to being able to get some new and fresh ideas.
ReplyDeleteOn page 67, Glasser (P. 108) is quoted as saying, "no student grade should ever depend on what other students do." From the reading, there are considerable differences of opinion regarding grading people on the curve. Obviously, to say we are going to have so many A's, B's, C's, D's, and F's is something that bothers me a great deal. The book suggests that it "goes against the goal of successful learning for all students." (Bellanca 1992,1999) The book also suggests that the students tested must be in the hundreds or even a thousand. I do not know how many people at EC have ever graded on the curve, but to me it's nonsense. Some classes have many talented students taking the class. I'd hate to see a student achieve in the 80% and get an F if that were the lowest score. Obviously, it's been A LONG TIME AGO, but I remember a collge professor insisting this was the way to grade. I think there are enough concerns about grading without having to limit others due to the scores of their peers. I think as long as we grade, a student shall earn a grade according to the specific requirements outlined by the teacher and their grading scale.
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