Post #4

September 26, 2007

Chapter 5 talks about how high schools are now using online courses for their students. It also shows a website known as Teacher Web, which I had to use over the summer. It’s a good website for teachers, because it’s easy to use, and very helpful to students. Chapter 4 also introduces different games, whether they are for education or just pure entertainment.

I was unaware that Google had a video branch, and a scholar branch. I think the scholar branch is very helpful especially if you are looking for professional journals. Google’s video feature is quiet useful.


So, since last week I got a job at Tropical Smoothie. Oh yes, lots of fun. Haha. I really think that the book for this class is kinda dull, which makes it slightly not fun to read, but you gotta do what you gotta do. I'm ready to just be done with school.

Post #3

September 19, 2007

Chapter Four talked about different kinds of devices and how they can be used. Such as External hard drives which you connect to your computeres to store more information. These are very nifty especially in cases where you just need more memory to store information or you need to quickly transfer something from one computer to another. The chapter also talks about how to care for cds, which includes not stacking them, or expose them to excessive heat or sunlight.

This class I learned about Inspiration and how it is used. I think that Inspiration could come in handy when teaching. Whether it be to chart things, or just to organize yourself. I like the program itself, and think it's an excellent tool for teachers. I think all the pictures and tools in Inspiration make it fun to use, and would like to learn how to use it better.

I really dislike using Sam, but in some cases it is helpful in learning things I was unaware of before. I also really like this class, because of the projects. They help apply the programs to real life situation where you could potentially use it for your self. Like making a newsletter, and especially making a test. Having to make a test with the guidelines that were given, makes me realize how you don't want to put a test out there that looks completely unprofessional.

Post #2

September 12, 2007

I think that note taking software is a great idea. It would make taking notes in classes where professors talk quickly much easier, especially when teachers don't put their lectures online. However, while this sounds like a good idea, it also sounds very expensive. Having to buy a tablet PC could be costly. Also, it mentions a microphone, and that could bother other students who are trying to take notes.

I learned some new things about Microsoft word that I didn't know before. I didn't know how to make columns, or about the tab features. These look like things that could be used on a normal basis, and would be very good to know.

I think it's fun to play around on this blog site, trying to add some more HTML. It's a good way to put HTML to use, other than something like myspace. Besides, these blogs are kinda dull and need html to make them more exciting...

Post #1

September 5, 2007

Computers are very important in schools because they teach students vital skills they will need when they enter into the adult working world. Not only can the use of computers in classrooms make it so that teachers can communicate with students, but now educators have access to programs that can help keep children's attention.

I don't think I have gained any knowledge about computers that I was unaware of prior between the period of my last posting and this one. However I hope to learn how to use powerpoint more effectively when it comes time.

I think that technology in schools is an excellent way to keep students attention. In the EDG2701 class that I took over the summer, I learned that if you compose a powerpoint properly children will learn more easily. There is actually a history teacher who makes powerpoints and sells them to other teachers for their own classroom.