blog post #2

Mr. Dancealot
1-The message of the video is you cannot teach by reading the objective of the course from a power point slide.
2- No practice. The students don't know what they should do in the final exam, like the end of the video.
3-I agree with the conclusion. He did not allow the students to ask any questions. They just sat, listening and taking notes.
Teaching in the 21st century
outline
1-You can find the information easily.
2-What the difference is between entertainment and engagement.
3-The technology helps to give relevant content and challenge them.
4-Shows the students how to use technology skills for searches.


The technology makes it for the teacher easy to find the information by using the computer and Smart Board.
3- Networkedstudent
I agree, the video shows me that we still need teachers to teach the information.
4-Harnessyour student digital smarts
I like the way Vicki Davis teaches her students. She is teaching them how they can find the information and how they can teach together and her. She is a great teacher.
5-Who's Ahead in the Learning Race
The elementary students are learning very easily to use the iPod and Mac book. They learn to do any programs very fast. When we are students in college, now, we begin to do it.
6- Flippingthe class room?
This is the first time I’ve heard about the flipping. I think the approach will be useful to content the students. The flipping helps the teacher have more time for all her students and all the students are engaged and challenged.
7-I will make sure my students get the information they need, and they will be able to get a better understanding of my lesson.

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Blog Assignment #1

What about EDM 310?

1. What are the things (if any) you have heard about EDM310?

The only things that I have heard about EDM310 is that I would need to spend more time working on the assignments for this class and that it can very difficult if you procrasinate. One positive thing that I have heard about EDM310 is that as a student, it can be very helpful, and I will learn many new things about technology and how to incorporate it into my daily life as a teacher in the future.

2. What fears (if any) do you have about EDM310?

One of my biggest fears is my language. Sometimes I cannot understand what I may be being taught, so it can place a strain on me as I try to complete my assignments. I am positive that I will meet deadlines, but I definitely need to make sure that I am able to understand what I should be doing first.

3. Compare and contrast EDM310 with other courses you have taken in college or high school.

When I finished high school in Iraq which was 10 + years ago, there was no modern technology, if any. I have never had a class like EDM310.

4. What do you think will be the most difficult thing for you in EDM310?

The most difficult thing for me in EDM310 will be trying to deal with not only my language barrier, but I might have trouble working primarily online and using technology on a daily basis for assignments.

5. What is the best way for you to address this “most difficult” aspect of EDM310?

I have begun to seek help already for my problem area, and I realized that one solution is managing my time wisely. I know that this class can possibly be a troublesome class because of my obstacles, but if I manage my time well, I can tackle the assignments head first.

6. What questions do you still have about EDM310? What ideas do you have about how to address those questions?

I do not have any questions, but my suggestion is that the class should have a class lab that not only serves to help the student with technology, but one that explains step by step what I should know how to do for the class. Everyone may not be as comfortable with using technology, but may want to complete the class and learn. A lab that taught more background information about technology would be great.

Practice Blog Post

Outline:
I. Personal information
A. Name
B. Age
C. Location
II. Family
A. Husband
B. Oldest son
C.Daughter
D. Youngest son
III. Major
A. Why I Want To Be A Teacher
B. Elementary Education
C. 21 century teachers

Hello, my name is Makia Ghsid. I am thirty seven years old. I live in Mobile, Alabama. I have a husband and three kids. My oldest son name is Waleed. My only daughter’s name is Taif. My youngest son name is Saoud. They are very helpful, especially when it comes with my studies. My major is Elementary Education, and I want to be a wonderful teacher. My first major was nursing, but I did not like it because i could not handle all the blood. I then switched to Education. Now I love it! I want to help children to become successful in life. I really don't want money, I just want to do what I have dreamed about over a long period of time. It means a lot to me to become a teacher in the twenty first century. I want to help them reach their goals and become who they want to be. I want to make them have fun and learn at the same time. I will be funny and serious. I want them to make learning easy and not make them bored. I hope this class helps me do that.