This is my last post for EDTS, or at least I think it is. I want to reflect upon what I've gained from this course. I think in a previous post I talked about how I'm glad that Naz requires me to take this class or else I otherwise would not. Technology intimidates me. I'm glad I had to take it because I have learned so much.
My favorite assignments, because I had the most fun doing them and because I think students could get the most out of them, are the Non Linear PowerPoint and the Podcast. I LOVE that podcast! Fun, informational, and it builds on researching, revising & editing, speaking & presenting, writing, and possibly group work sills. I find the Non Linear PowerPoint helpful because it provides a fun format for teachers to use when presenting multi-faceted information. It also teaches students to look for links and models to students the thought-process that goes into organizing complex ideas.
I've gained much from this class because I know what I was taught here will effectively transpire into my classroom.
About Me
- BarbaraEllen
- Ever have a dude ask your name, blink once or twice before realizing it's not a fake, and say, "Ha! That's my grandma's name,"??? (Aunt or great-aunt work also.) ...Ever been a guy who's done this??... Well. I'm not your typical BarbaraEllen. And this is not your typical blog.
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I also enjoyed the Podcast! I feel that it is extremely useful in the classroom because many children are auditory learners. I like the idea of recording chapters from books or texts for students to listen to at home while following in their book. I also think it is fun for students to create their own Podcasts for projects and book reports. There are so many possibilities!
I felt ridiculous on the podcast. I'm sure it's a good thing to use in the classroom but I felt so crazy recording it. Hopefully it won't feel so weird when I have my own Mac to use Garage Band on.
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