Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Final Reflection
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!
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Friday, July 16, 2010
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Post 12
Mr. McClung,
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Now I know why I have a basket of chocolate in my office...come see me...it's healthy!
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
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Blog Post 11
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!!
Saturday, July 10, 2010
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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!
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Blog Post 10
"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.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
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Friday, July 2, 2010
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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!!
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Blog Post 9
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.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Blog Post 8
I truly enjoyed reading this blog. By reading this, it takes the stress out of a first year teacher going into a classroom. It explains to be flexible with your lesson plans. There are going to be times that they don't go the way you want them to. I thought he brought up a very important point that lessons should be student centered and it has gotten away from that. He thinks you should drive your instruction.
I believe his thoughts on building strong relationships with teachers and students. When you build your relationships with your teachers, try to surround yourself around the positive ones. Find a teacher that has been there 15 years and still loves doing what she is doing. She could be a mentor to you.
Technology is important in these times. I was working at a place that everyone was scared to touch the computer. I kept telling them that it will not bite them and I can fix anything that they messed up.
I would love to sit in on one of Mr. McClung's lessons. He seems so down to earth and I think I could learn a lot from him. I agree with him that you should never stop learning! People think I'm crazy because I keep wanting to go back to college for more classes but I love learning!
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Christi Turner says:
July 1, 2010 at 1:55 pm
Simone,
Hey! It’s Miss Christi again. I love this video. I agree with you, it is so funny. Are cats on of your favorite animals? So do you have a cat? My ex-boyfriend had a cat and I loved her so much. Her name was Jada. She was black and white. She was so fluffy!!
Your blog is so interesting to me. You have such a variety of things on here. Is Pixie still in your backyard? If you want a recipe for sugar water that my mom uses for our hummingbird feeders, just let me know and I will get it to you. I’ve told my whole family about you being able to pick Pixie up on your finger! They thought it was amazing! Well, I hope to talk to you again soon!! Have a great day!
http://simone4.edublogs.org/
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
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Christi said...
Paige,
This is so true! I absolutely agree with you on this. You may not make a difference to every student but you may make a difference to that one student. That student you do make a difference to will never forget you either. This is so correct teachers should never give up!
June 28, 2010 8:20 PM
Paige V. Baggett said...
Christi,
I just received a letter from that one student who took the time to let me know. She was one of my third-graders who I taught 26 years ago! Her kind words inspired me to post this and reminds me of how important it also is to let those who make/made a difference in your life know that they did.
June 28, 2010 8:25 PM
Christi said...
Paige,
I bet that made you feel wonderful! I have so many fond memories of many elementary teachers that touched my heart and I wish I could let them know. My parents divorced when I was 7 and I moved so I would not even know where to begin to search since I do not know their first name. I'm getting my license reinstated so I've already finished my block. I do remember the sweet letters I would get some days left on my desk and especially at the end of my block that really touched me forever! I hope I did the same to those students also.
June 28, 2010 8:45 PM
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Blog Post 7
This video was amazing!! I enjoyed every minute of it and even watched more videos on him that were on Youtube until his death. He is a truly positive person.
Thursday, June 24, 2010
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Christi Turner says:
June 24, 2010 at 4:06 pm
Simone,
This is so interesting about Pixie! It is unbelievable that it actually perched on your finger. I’m very proud of you for doing your homework and researching to find out it was a wax eye bird.
Well, I did a little research myself on the wax eye bird. They are beautiful! I found out they like bread and sugar water. So you could ask your mum if you could get a bird feeder like a hummingbird feeder and put sugar water in it. That might help keep Pixie around.
I rescued a baby squirrel once that had fallen out of a tree during a storm. I was afraid a cat would eat it so I got gloves and picked it up. I put it in a box with blankets. I thought it was going to die because blood was coming out of its nose and mouth. I tried to give it milk with a dropper but it would not drink it. I’m glad it didn’t because I did research and it said that if you feed baby squirrels milk they will die. I watched it all night long. I called our Environmental Place the next morning. They got in contact with a girl that raises squirrels from the wild so she came and picked the baby up. I was just happy it lived but also found a home.
I really hope Pixie makes your yard it’s home so you can see it everyday. I really enjoyed reading your blog and GOOD JOB on doing your research.
simonemb2 says:
June 28, 2010 at 4:12 pm
Hello there! Yes, it was amazing! His/her feet really tickled! The claws were quite sharp, too! She was soo adorable! I so wish I took a photo! But I thought the noise of my DSi camera would scare her!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Blog Post 6
PLN
7. http://ponderingpaige.blogspot.com/This blog is a Professor at the University of South Alabama. I enjoyed having her as a teacher years ago and now I enjoy following her blog because it is very interesting and inspiring.
8. http://millerjamielynnedm310.blogspot.com/
I like her post because she is very positive. I love that she gave me the link to www.shelfari.com. I'm following her blog.
9. http://paceginaedm310.blogspot.com
She is going to be a great teacher and I think we can learn from each other! I'm following her blog.
10. http://cappsaedm310fall2009.blogspot.com/