Sunday, August 30, 2009

Podcast

I used to think that I was up to date with technology. I always played around on the net when I had the extra time. It has amazed me how much and how fast technology has spread around the United States. When I heard the word podcast I had no clue what they were or how to do them .
I had seen Itunes on the Internet but never took the time to play around with what they had to offer. The podcast are very educational. Podcast are fun and entertaining for all ages in the spectrum. They are a very educational way of showcasing how technology is changing from day to day.
The podcast are not just another boring movie, they are something to keep you focused. As young adults we look for something to keep us wanting more out of what were watching. Podcast are not like a boring lecture. They are minutes to hours filled of people who talk about what they love and enjoy.
I really enjoyed the podcast. They remind me of a favorite TV talk show that you just cant walk away from. All the information and the music in the podcast are a few reasons why they are so eye catching. I really can't wait to begin our podcast, so i can be a part of it and not a viewer.

Sunday, August 23, 2009

Harness Your Students Digital Smarts

Viki Davis is the teacher I wish I always had in school. She is the so called "Cool" teacher. Allowing your students to use technology to learn gets there attention and brings things into the real world. The more you relate to your students, you better the chances of them striving to do their best.
There is so many ways to use technology that I did not know was out there. This class itself is going to be a wonderful way for me to better myself and learn new ways to use technology. As a teacher you want fun, new ways to get your students more interactive in the lessons. By relating to them and allowing them to use all the technologies, they will strive that much harder to do their best.

Sir Ken Robinson: The Importance of Creativity.

Sir Ken Robinson has wonderful way of getting your attention. Creativity is a gift that should always be used. As a teacher one of the best ways to get to know your students is to allow them to be creative every once in a while.
Making your classroom fun and inviting will make your students want to learn and enjoy what they learn at the same time. I can remember classrooms where I was bored and just ready to get out. Kids can explore themselves and find out who they really are and they want by having the chance to be creative. This video has given me so many ideas to make my classroom a place where my students will look forward to coming each and everyday.

Friday, August 21, 2009

Did You Know; Mr. Winkle Wakes...

The movie, Did you Know, was very interesting in my opinion. It is amazing at the amount of people in the US that uses the Internet. We never know what can happen next in the instance of new technologies.
The point of the how many babies are being born as we speak is amazing. I never knew that there were so many people using different networks on the web. Another interesting fact was the number of people that met using online dating services.

Mr. Winkle Wakes brought everything to reality. As the years have progressed everything has changed. I can remember when i was younger I didn't have a computer until I was in the 6th . There was just never a need for one. As time progressed teachers started wanting papers typed and printed out.
I can see the shock he would have went through seeing all the technology. We take all of it for granted when our grandparents and older family members didn't have then things we do know. I can only imagine what will come in the future in means of technology.

Thursday, August 20, 2009

Who Am I?

Hi, my name is Kimberly Gilley. I have just recently turned 21. I commute to South from Chatom, which is in Washington County. I am attending South to become an elementary school teacher. As a younger child i grew a love for small children and with every class i take the love only grows. I enjoy singing and spending time with my family. I work full time at O'reilly Auto Parts in Jackson, Alabama, as the third key holder. After i work and go to school i barely have time to get anything else accomplished.