- Week 2
- Educational Technology paper:
Aimee Gruber
9/10/97PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION WITH TECHNOLOGY II.
Professional Organization: Social Science Computing Association(SSCA) "The Political Economy of Online Education" G. David Garson North Carolina State University
"The Political Economy of Online Education" by G. David Garson discusses the advantages and disadvantages of computer courses being offered online. Garson seems to maintain a neutral position in presenting the controversial topic of increased popularity of online college courses. Five advantages for gettinig online courses are:
1. cost effective-it is cheaper to have internet access for a couple of months than purchase a textbook for the class.
2. Immersion of computers-having courses on the internet forces students to become internet literate.
3. Very Current-the online service student with have to have for their course will keep them up to date on the latest breaking news.
4. Active Participation-online courses allows shy students to communicate as well as others with the professor and others in the class Some disadvantages include long amounts of time putting resources on the computer, keep information on the web pages current, and the possibility of positions being cut because of this technology.
Overall, Garson presents the issues that face this breaking technology now being offered at many colleges and universities. The article addresses clearly, in great detail the advantages and disadvantages.
This article presented to me a neutral point of view on technology at the universities. The article cited many good examples of both sides and how it can good and bad. The advantages reminded me of the many benefits that you have at your fingertips with having Internet access. I enjoyed reading this article. It was informative and interesting.
- Curriculum resource:
Aimee Gruber
9/18/97
CURRICULUM RESOURCE II.Software: Mark Schlichting's Harry and Haunted House CD-ROM
Vender: Random House, Living Books
Copyright: 1994"Harry and the Haunted House" is a story that is on CD-ROM. The story is read to the students aloud. When the story is being read, each word that is read is highlighted. This allows the students to see what word is being said at all times. Students can learn to recognize words by their sight and sound. This software makes listening to a story seem like fun.
I enjoy incorporating this software in my classroom. It is very motivating to my students to listen to this story. Also, to use this software the students have to become familiar with the computer. To go from page to page it is important to know how to work the mouse. For my students working the mouse is difficult. But this skill is being practiced when this software is being utilized. The story, "Harry and the Haunted House" is a great story and it is age appropriate for my students. I would recommended is to any elementary class or home of an elementary student.
- News article:
Aimee Gruber
9/18/97
TECHNOLOGY IN THE NEWS II.
Herring-Harris, Lynette. "Grab a Good E-Book." Electronic Learning, December 1996, page 24.The article "Grab a Good E-Book" by Lynette Harris discusses the option of including books on CD-ROM in your classroom. Harris explains how electronic books can benefit remedial readers and the different books available on CD-ROM. Some of the strengths described by Harris are the good narration of the story, music, and teaching guides and parent guides.
The information discussed in the article by Harris was valid and can be an important tool in a classroom for remedial readers. I felt that her point of view on how this software can either make or break a remedial student is exaggerated. Yes, this software can help but not cure a remedial reader on its own. Harris' guide to CD-ROM books is helpful. When I have to order new software next year, I will consider what programs/books on CD that she suggests.
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- Week 3
- Educational Technology paper:
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION WITH TECHNOLOGY I.
Professional Organization: Social Science Computing Association(SSCA) "The Political Economy of Online Education"
G. David Garson
North Carolina State University
"The Political Economy of Online Education" by G. David Garson discusses the advantages and disadvantages of computer courses being offered online. Garson seems to maintain a neutral position in presenting the controversial topic of increased popularity of online college courses. Five advantages for having online courses are:1. cost effective-it is cheaper to have internet access for a couple of months than purchase a textbook for the class.
2. Immersion of computers-having courses on the internet forces students to become internet literate.
3. Very Current-the online service student with have to have for their course will keep them up to date on the latest breaking news.
4. Active Participation-online courses allows shy students to communicate as well as others with the professor and others in the class Some disadvantages include long amounts of time putting resources on the computer, keep information on the web pages current, and the possibility of positions being cut because of this technology.
Overall, Garson presents the issues that face this breaking technology now being offered at many colleges and universities. The article addresses clearly, in great detail the advantages and disadvantages.
This article presented to me a neutral point of view on technology at the universities. The article cited many good examples of both sides and how it can good and bad. The advantages reminded me of the many benefits that you have at your fingertips with having Internet access. I enjoyed reading this article. It was informative and interesting.
- Curriculum resource:
CURRICULUM RESOURCE I.
Software: Storybook Weaver Classic CDX #CSW3 Vender: MECC
Copyright: 1997Storybook Weaver is a computer program that encourages elementary students to write. This software allows students to create pictures for the story that they created. It is a way to make writing motivating for the students. Storybook Weaver lets the students create their own storybook.
Storybook Weaver is a user-friendly program. Students and adults can easily access this software. The commands and controls on this computer software are clear and direct. A computer mouse is used primarily when creating a picture. This computer software gives student satisfaction that they too can be an author. Storybook Weaver is designed to make writing fun and worth the while. The appropriate grades to be using this program are second through eighth.
Storybook Weaver is a wonderful computer program. I would highly recommend it to any elementary school teacher. It offers many creative ways to utilize it. Last year I wanted my students to create another chapter and ending to a story we read in class. I was amazed to see how motivated the students were when they put them on Storybook Weaver. Along with hearing the different stories, I enjoyed looking at the corresponding pictures, which they created.
This computer software program is creative and easy to use with my students. Most of the students at my school prefer to "play" on Storybook Weaver rather than any other "game."
- News article:
TECHNOLOGY IN THE NEWS I.
Novelli, Joan. "Safe Surfing for the Classroom." Electronic Learning, December 1996, page 45.
The article "Safe Surfing for the Classroom" discusses different types of software that can be purchased to create a safer internet environment for the classroom. These types of software make using the internet in the classroom safe. They act to protect students from uncovering mature material on the internet. For the most part they will not allow students to retrieve improper material. These types of software act as an internet babysitter for students using the computer.
The author of this article, Ms. Novelli, discusses different types of software that act as an internet babysitter. She discusses the cost and what each type of software can offer you. Also, she discusses the pros and cons of each software.
This article was informative. The school district that I work for is looking to hook up an internet access at my school this year. Therefore, it made me aware of the different programs that are available to keep the internet safe for my students. I have found that parents are extremely concerned about their children coming across some adult materials on the internet. Having one the recommended software in place may end any fears of theirs. Lastly, this article made me aware of the different types of Internet "babysitters" and which software would be best to consider for my school.
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- Week 4
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TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION III.
ERIC CLEARING HOUSE: EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT
URL: http://darkwing.uoregon.edu/~ericcem/cem.desc.htmlThe Educational Management Clearinghouse is a network of sources to assist those who work with children. This ERIC database includes various sources of information on educational management. This clearinghouse provides books and papers on topics that interest those who interact with students. The Educational Clearinghouse also reviews periodical literature that may relate to educational management.
The Educational Management Clearinghouse includes much information that may assist school personnel. I searched this database and found three articles that interested me on latchkey children. The articles are clearly written and organized. Overall, the Clearinghouse on Educational Management is set up in a clear, easy to use format. This clearinghouse will be a help to me when I start to do research on my proposal, latchkey children. Lastly, the Educational Clearinghouse also provides a lot of valid information for parents of school age children.
Aimee Gruber
9/25/97 - Curriculum resource:
WEEK 3
Aimee Gruber
9/25/97CURRICULUM RESOURCE III.
MARGO'S WEB PAGE
URL:http://users.gisconet/users/toross/Margo's web page was bright and well organized. She included the various units that were going to be covered in that school year. Under each unit, Margo had pictures and other methods of information on the particular units. The extra information that she included on these units would be a tremendous help to remedial and learning disabled students who did not quite understand the information when it was taught in class. Margo's web page is user friendly. She does not have a busy web that is unclear to read.
Some items that I would include on a class web page are assignments, test dates, and what items to know for the test (study guide). These items would help to involve the parents. The parents then could help their child prepare for the class. Overall, I think Margo's web is very good. The web will benefit many of her students who have access to the Internet. Hopefully her web page will encourage her colleagues to do ones for their classes.
Aimee Gruber
9/25/97 - News article:
TECHNOLOGY IN THE NEWS III.
Cowan, Hilary, "Write, Publish, and Share." Electronic Learning, February 1997, page 23.
"Write, Publish, and Share" by Hilary Cowan addresses the idea of web sites for elementary teachers and students. The web pages are set up to assist young writers in improving their writing skills. Cowan discusses and explains the different web sites that are available for young writers. She discusses the pros and cons of each of the web sites.
This article was beneficial to me because I was not aware of web sites available for elementary students. Cowan conveniently included the URLs for each of these web sites so that I can go ahead and preview them myself. The web site that stood out to me was Creating a Classroom Newspaper: A Teacher's Guide (http://www.southam.com/calgaryherald/educa/CACNINTRO.html) This program will make setting up a classroom newspaper possible for my class. Anyone who is interested in using web sites for their class, to encourage writing and publish, should preview this article.
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- Week 5
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TECHNOLOGY IN EDUCATION IV.
Learning Theory- Learning Styles
ERIC Research Paper ERIC # =ED302280
"Learning Styles: Implications for Curriculum and Instruction" by: Harley AstThe rationale of the learning theory is to promote awareness of the many ways people learn. Learning Styles is a popular theme for school districts. Having educators knowledgeable about these styles of learning can assist the methods in which they educate students.
Learning Styles: Implications for Curriculum and Instruction is the research article that I got from ERIC. The focus of the article is to point out the importance of knowing that there are more than one way of learning. The author of the article, Harley Ast, describes how vital it is to know about the different ways students learn. Having this knowledge can increase the success of school children. Schools need to adapt their curriculums to the different ways students learn.
I felt the article was brief, but addressed the issue of learning styles in the classroom. The focus of the article was to explain how different learning styles can be addressed and included in the classroom. Lastly, for someone who is not familiar or does not know about learning styles this article would not be helpful. I would recommend a more in-depth and descriptive article on the learning styles.
Aimee Gruber
10/2/97 - Curriculum resource:
CURRICULUM RESOURCE IV.
"Why in the World Wide Web? Reasons for Schools to Create Web Sites" URL: URL"Why in the World Wide Web? Reasons for Schools to Create Web Sites" is a research article that discusses the idea for schools to have a web site. The article suggests goals that the school may want to include when setting up a web page. Having a school web page is a valuable method of getting parent involvement. The article discusses the many advantages and ways the web site can be used by students. This article discusses two schools that have a web site in place at their school and the affects of it. Overall, the article is informative on web sites and their use in a school.
The article was not neutral from my point of view. It seemed to emphasize the pros of a web site versus the cons. The article made web sites sound as if they are the solution for our schools. I had a difficult time with this article because it was not neutral. I would have preferred an article that was informative and not bias.
Aimee Gruber
10/2/97 - News article:
TECHNOLOGY IN THE NEWS IV.
Jacobson, Susan. "What's New in Intranets?" Electronic Learning,
May/June 1997, page 12.The article "What's New in Intranets?" is an informative article on what an Intranet is and how schools can take advantage of their use. This article discusses innovative ways in which schools have used Intranets to better educate their students. Susan Jacobson, the author of this article, shares three Intranet examples that are set up in schools and how they assist their students learning process.
This article was informative to me because I am familiar with the term Intranet but I was never quite sure of its purpose and use. The article clearly defines what an Intranet is and how it can be used in a classroom setting. I was pleased with the example Intranets used in the article. This article would be resourceful to an educator who is considering hooking up an Intranet site.
- Educational Technology paper:
- Week 6
- Plan:
Aimee Gruber
GRED 614
Curriculum Plan
10/9/97ROLE
*Fourth grade special education teacherCLASSROOM SETTING *H.
T. Wiley Elementary School, Watertown, New York, *8months(time frame)POPULATION
*Mixed population of ten year olds following a first to second grade curriculumMISSION STATEMENT
*My goal for the 1997-1998 school year is to have my students able to read independently. I will provide daily opportunities for each student to practice reading aloud.BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES
*Given the first grade Houghton Mifflin Reading Series, each student will be able to read aloud two stories at the end of eight months with no more than three pronunciation errors. *At the end of eight months, each student will be given a book and asked to identify where the story begins, the title page, the author, and illustrators with no more than one error. *Given the computer software, Storybook Weaver, each student will be able to independently write their own story.ONE WEEK PLAN{week one}
1. DAY AND TIME
*1:00 to 1:30 p.m. on Monday, and Wednesday, and Thursday2. OBJECTIVES FOR THE WEEK
*Given the story, "Harry's Haunted House" each student will orally identify the main character with no errors. *Given the story, "Stone Soup", each student will orally identify the author and illustrator with no more than one error. *Given the two stories, "The Three Pigs" and "The Real Story About the Three Pigs" each student will share a comparison and contrast about the two stories with no more than one error.3. TECHNOLOGY ITEMS
*Overhead transparencies to model reading from left to right *CD-ROM Harry's Haunted House *Listening Center-Listening to books on tape4. METHODOLOGY(HANSEN STRATEGIES)
*Compare, Contrast, Evaluate-Y Strategy *Pass it on *Word Wall(reading recovery)5. CRITERIA FOR THE EVALUATION
*The objectives for each lesson will be the method of evaluation. If more than half the did not meet the objective then a similar lesson will have to be implemented so that the students meet the objective. - Portfolio:
Portfolio
1. Web Page
*The web page will be a source of educational information for students and I. The items on the web page will be programs and sources that will be an educational benefit to my students.2. Video Taped Lessons *Two video taped lessons of my class that I instruct.
3. Print Shop/Power Point I will use the power point and print shop programs to send home with students innovative classroom updates. A monthly newsletter to inform and keep parents involved with their child's progress.
4. Overheads *Various overheads for different subject areas that I use to educate my students.
5. Mario Teaches Typing *A program that teaches students to type and the quick feedback it provides.
6. Items on Tape *I will have books and tests on tape. This will allow students to hear and see words while reading a book. Tests on tape will make it easier for me to give make up tests when a student has been absent.
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- Week 8
- Educational Technology paper:
EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY V.
MODEL: Hannafin and Peck
PLAN: Word WallNeeds Assessment:
The plan of setting up a word wall will familiarize the students with their letters and then words. This will ultimately help my goal of increasing their fluency when reading.
Design:
The word wall will be on a wall in my classroom. The length will be 40 inches and the width will be 75 inches. The wall will be divided into 26 categories for each letter of the alphabet. In each category, I will have an upper and lowercase example for each letter and a picture for how the word begins (A-picture of an apple).
Development and Implementation:
In class, when the students learn a new word, the word is going to be placed on a word card and put on the word wall by a student. Students will get in the habit of placing new words on the word wall according to the letter they begin with in the alphabet.
Evaluation:
The students will be constantly evaluated about the word wall on a daily basis. When a student places a new word on the wall, I will check to see if he/she puts it in the correct category. I will ask what sound does the beginning letter make to familiarize them with sounds of each letter of the alphabet. The word wall will be used for students to check on spelling of words when writing in their daily journals. Finally, the word wall will hopefully increase the student word recognition and ultimately increase their reading aloud fluency.
Aimee E. Gruber 10/23/97
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CURRICULUM RESOURCE V.
RESOURCE: GEOSAFARI
http://www.weigl.com/SOCIAL/WEPSSG.HTMThe Geosafari is a curriculum resource that is used in my classroom. The Geosafari is an electronic game that allows students to learn more about cities, landmarks, etc. This curriculum resource is a useful remediation resource. The students are enriched with different subject materials. A Geosafari has programs to enrich and remediate students in many subject areas such as spelling, math, science, social studies, and language arts. The game has a timer that can be set according to how long the teacher thinks the student should have to answer the questions. When the student gets the answer correct the game praises positively with music and a buzz noise when the student is incorrect.
I enjoy having this piece of technology in my room. My students are always playing with the curriculum resource as if it is a game. This resource teaches the students new information. I would suggest this resource to any elementary classroom teacher. For the lower grades (K-1), there are programs for recognizing shapes, animals, and letters. It is a nice curriculum resource to have in a classroom.
Aimee E. Gruber
10/23/97 - News article:
TECHNOLOGY IN THE NEWS V.
Jeffers, Laura and Moeller, Babette. "Technology for Inclusive Teaching." Electronic Learning, December 1996, page 44.
The authors of this article discuss multimedia tools that can help classrooms with children who have diverse needs. Jeffers and Moeller suggest some computer software and objectives for the software that would benefit diverse learners. These authors suggest using Storybook Weaver from MECC because students who have learning disabilities can write better if they can first create a picture about their story. Jeffers and Moeller also suggest that teachers modify the assessment and objectives for the diverse learners. Having the students complete a simple task such as focusing on sequencing events would benefit these learners. Also the authors emphasize that teachers continue to always assess these students with feedback.
The article appealed to me because I educate diverse learners. The authors' example of computer software, Storybook Weaver, is something that I already use with my students. Much of the advice the authors suggest I am already incorporating, but hearing what they had to say reinforced to me that I doing appropriate teaching with my diverse students. I enjoyed this article a great deal.
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- Week 9
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