It is incredible how many free technological resources exist for use by educators. These can be used to create lectures, record video or audio, and download public videos. Our last class, we experimented with programs such as Audacity and CamStudio. One of the best items I learned yesterday was how to download videos from youtube. I have installed the Firefox download helper and I have managed to save several videos already. I am so thankful to have taken this class.
Our individual groups have worked diligently on our presentations and now we are ready to show our classmates what we have learned. Today, my group - Kevin, Marcie, and I - will share with the class aspects of game-based learning. I will share how simulation games have revolutionized training. I will cover several areas, but will focus somewhat on war gaming by the military.
Friday, January 6, 2012
Thursday, January 5, 2012
The Internet and Modern Technology
The Internet had its beginning during the Cold War. The Soviet Union launched the Sputnik satellite and it was off to the races between the two superpowers. It can be argued that, had it not been for this epic battle to have the upper hand in military affairs, we may not have the world wide web as we know it today.
This class has provided a unique look, not just at technology, but also the development of modern society around the use and implementation of innovation. This includes online degrees, web communications, social networking, computers, smartphones, and tablets. I can remember having a rotary dialed phone as a kid in elementary and high school. Now, it is difficult to imagine life without my smartphone. My how we have adapted our lives around technology!
This class has provided a unique look, not just at technology, but also the development of modern society around the use and implementation of innovation. This includes online degrees, web communications, social networking, computers, smartphones, and tablets. I can remember having a rotary dialed phone as a kid in elementary and high school. Now, it is difficult to imagine life without my smartphone. My how we have adapted our lives around technology!
Wednesday, January 4, 2012
WebQuests
The latest technology adventure for our class was the WebQuest, a unique tool that enables students to follow a set of tasks to locate information and synthesize their findings. My group used a WebQuest project to promote an awareness of the history, structure, roles, and efficacy of the Federal Reserve System. I plan to use the WebQuest as part of my teaching routine in economics.
Other groups used the WebQuest to have students complete social studies, geography, and math lessons. I enjoyed watching each group present their project to the class, especially the variety of rubrics that were used.
Other groups used the WebQuest to have students complete social studies, geography, and math lessons. I enjoyed watching each group present their project to the class, especially the variety of rubrics that were used.
Monday, January 2, 2012
EDUC730: Introduction
Modern educational environments are technology driven. From web sites to blogs, from graphics to electronic media, classrooms are filled with various forms of technological resources. To be an effective educator at any level, it is imperative to understand technology, utilize it in an array of formats, and continually assess its applicability and success in achieving educational goals. Staying on top of technology will ensure that educators can reach and motivate millennial learners.
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