Final Reflection

I have learned so much in EDM 310 this semester. I learned how to make a blog, how to make a podcast and communicate with students across the world on their blog. I even learned what a smart board was and how to use it. I will use all these techniques in my classroom. I would have never learned any of these things if I would not have taken this class. My approach to teaching has changed now because of this class.
My nephew was visiting and I asking him if they use computers in their classrooms. He said yes but they do not blog or talk to other classes. I told him he should talk to his teacher about this and also about Shelfari.com. I taught him how to use Shelfari.com and he is addicted now!!
I would recommend anyone taking this class to take advantage of the lab and the helpers. Dr. Strange will say that attendance is not required but take advantage of each and every one of your class times because it will pay off. I came to every class because I wanted to! I loved talking to the teachers and the other students in the classroom. You can learn from everyone so absorb it all!

Final Project

Podcast Presentation

Teaching Shelfari

Post 12

Christi said...

Mr. McClung,

I don't think we should ever stop learning! You did a great job! You made history and social studies fun for the students and these subjects were foreign to you. I thinking teaching is a learning experience especially in your situation when your grade level switches. You just go with the flow. You should always surround yourself around positive people!! Don't let negative comments bring you down by other teachers. They are probably just jealous anyway. I'm very proud of you and I look up to you!

M-Cubed:ISTE Presentation Video

This video was about design-print-fabricate-assemble-process of digital fabrication

I really enjoyed watching how the students were so excited that their design "worked" and how they anticipated it coming off the fabricator so they could have it in their hands! They don't know they are learning but just see this as having fun. But learning should be fun!

http://www.youtube.com/user/fablab4teachers#p/u/24/kApf3av5A_U

I really like this video and the teacher. She doesn't give her students instructions so they ask each other questions and they talk to one another using mathematical language that they learned about in class. They are risk takers. Its a stem related initiative.

http://www.youtube.com/user/fablab4teachers#p/u/18/Qzlcuk1tmhE

This video is about a student at age 5 that makes a digital object using simple modeling software then sends it to a fabricator. Digital fabrication may seem like science fiction but its cutting edge reality. It makes desktop 3D design creations as easy as using a mouse and typing a few key strokes on a keyboard.

http://www.youtube.com/user/fablab4teachers#p/u/34/uN0ZF2de3eg

This is a tutorial that explains how to create a basic shape in Tabs MST and alter its dimensions.

I would love to have a fabricator in my classroom and have my students learn and do some of the same projects as these students did. I've never seen a fabricator in person but would love to actually "play" and get to know how to use these programs so hopefully they can be used in my classroom one day!

C4T6

Now I know why I have a basket of chocolate in my office...come see me...it's healthy!

A small bar of dark chocolate every day can help lower your blood pressure and cholesterol. Chocolate also has serotonin which acts as an antidepressant.

Paige,

I love dark chocolate but it's interesting to learn the facts about it!!! My family thinks I'm crazy that I like it. I tell them that it is healthier than milk chocolate. I'm glad you posted this so I can share this with them! Thanks :)

July 14, 2010 1:02 PM

Shelfari: Book reviews on your book blog

Blog Post 11

I was so inspired by Ms. Cassidy's Class. She has had her web page for 10 years, her blog for 5 years, and her video for 2 years.
She has 1st graders doing blogs, doing work on her class web page, Nintendo DS, and all types of technology. I wish I could have been in her classroom when I was in 1st grade. The students say each time they write on their blog it improves their writing skills.
She made a comment on Skype that we all have to change because the world is changing! This is so true. Technology changes daily and it's hard to keep up with it. Teachers need to try to keep up with technology and have it a part of their curriculum. They can go to workshops to help them to do this. Ms. Cassidy even said YES, teachers need to be technologically literate. Computers are part of the future so why not make your students technologically literate so they can have a future!!

C4K5

The Turtle and the Rabbit

christit7676 (1 second ago)
Hi! I'm Christi Turner from Dr. Strange's EDM 310's class. I like how you compare the PC and the Mac. I like both so I can't really comment anymore about that. I think you did a great job on your video. The presentation was done well. Keep up the good work!

Blog Post 10

Wendy Drexler did an excellent job on her PLE. I'm ashamed to say my PLN does not look anything like this. I wish it did. I have been researching on how to make my more attractive. I've also been adding to my PLN which is a plus!

Wendy's is so organized and I love how you can go to the different tabs to pull up her personal or school stuff. I just might have to look into making mine look a little more like hers!

"What's my sentence"? and "Was I better today than yesterday"?

I always strive to be better than I was yesterday. So my sentence would be that I always try to see the good in everyone and hope that I can at least touch someone's life by my words, actions, or prayers!

Two questions that can change your life from Daniel Pink on Vimeo.

C4T4

Christi said...
Dr. Baggett,
This is amazing! I can't believe how beautiful his work is. Does he sell his work? I would love a piece of his work. It's great he is sharing it with children and how you're involved. The children look so excited.

C4K3

A BIG, SALTY, DOUGHY, MESS
Christi Turner
July 2nd, 2010 at 10:15 PM

Mr. McClung,
I think your students did an excellent job! This project looked messy but fun! The students looked like they were learning but having a blast also. The students not only had to trace Arkansas but they had to include the Ozark Mountains, River Valley, Crowley’s Ridge, Ouachita Mountains, Mississippi Delta and the coastal plain. I would love to see the finished project when it is painted! I will go look for it because this would be something I would like to do with my students in my classroom. I would not do the six geographic regions of Arkansas because I hope to teach 1st or 2nd grade but I could think of some other lesson plan we could use the dough for. I looked at the post before this one to get the recipe ( 170 mL flour, 100 mL water and 170 mL salt) so I can have it on hand. I think this was fantastic lesson plan. Keep up the good work!!

Blog Post 9

An Open-Letter to Educators
Dan Brown sure knows how to express his feelings and keep you interested at the same time! I agree that things need to change. When I attended a junior college I was not just a number like you are at a University. It is different in our EDM 310 class though, they know you by your name. This is out of the norm at USA or should I say any of the classes I have taken there. I think if you spend the amount of money for your education, your teacher should at least know your name!
I agree that things and technology are changing and we have to change with the times. Technology is rapidly changing. I have learn so many things and continue to learn things everyday in EDM 310. Even though Dr. Strange said attendance in this class is not required, I want to be here. I would never learn by myself. He and the "other gang" are always there to answer questions and to help you.
Dan Brown is right about if we don't make the change it will be made for them.

ALEX- Alabama Learning Exchange
This is a great website. I never knew about this website. It has Course of Study, Web Links, Lesson Plans, Personal Workspace, Professional Learning, Podcast Treasury, Alexville and a search engine. You have to create an account so you can have access to this website. The lesson plans are great! It provides everything that you will need. It tells how long the lesson will last, what materials you will need, and also gives you links to help with the lesson plan. You can choose a lesson plan already there or you can create a lesson plan and share with the website for other teachers. I love this website and will be using this when I become a teacher!!!

ACCESS-Alabama Connecting Classrooms, Educators and Students Statewide
This is a distance learning environment that provides classroom courses and teacher via the web. It has 3 semesters: Fall, Spring and Summer. ACCESS is available to all high school students living in Alabama. It is a web-based interactive classes taught by certified Alabama teachers. It provides diploma courses, additional courses offering advanced placement and dual enrollment.
I think this could be good for some students but others need that interaction with a teacher so they would not benefit from this.

Interview with a teacher

Smart Board Presentation