Dear Kaia

I think it is great how Mr. Chamberlain is exposing his class to new things. They will all appreciate it in the future, because I am sure this is our future. Kaia's project is beautiful. It is amazing how much children are learning, and they do not even realize it. I can only hope to share this kind of knowledge with my students.
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The New Media Literacies

The skills presented in the video are very helpful. These skill are very relevant to the 21st century and soon we will all have to master judgement, collective intelligence, and etc. I am working on gaining all the skills I need in order to be successful, but as of right now I can say I possess good judgement and I am able to multitask well. In order to acquire these skills, it is imperative that I stay open-minded and keep myself abrupt on current events.

I really enjoyed the special efforts of the video. I am really starting to see how little things can make a project come together. Not only was this a helpful video, but it was well put together. Also, I would think it really helpful we went over some of the skills that were not fully discussed in the video.
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The Networked Student by Wendy Drexler

First I would like to state that this video technique is really cool. Simple but full of great information. One of the first things I learned in college was to network with others and make yourself marketable. This video does a great job of showing just how far one can get by exploring their resources.

This is only my second year in college so I am still learning how to adjust to my surroundings. I believe as I gain experience in the teaching field my network with grow, and along with that I will be able to introduce my students to new ideas. The question as to whether not a networked student needed a teacher was asked, and the answer to that is yes. Both the student and the teacher need each other. Learning can come from both sides of the desk. Teachers can provide that extra professional boost that most students struggle to gain.

I am looking forward to expanding my professional network. I think this class provides a great opportunity for that. Even though the idea of all this is a scary thought, we will greatly appreciate it later.

This Is How We Dream Part 1 and 2.

This Is How We Dream is a very interesting video. It definitely shows how our culture has grown. One day, in the near future, I do believe that we will move away from using textbooks in our classrooms. I do not know how open I am to this change, but it is a realistic possibility. It may even be for the best and help cut down on the cost of publication and print.

I really enjoyed the clip of the Dr. King video. It was said that all of the information was found on the Internet. I never realized how much I used the Internet to do research until now. I can't even remember the last time I went to the library to do research. I would love to use this idea for my next project.

This video speaks about iUniversity. I am still wondering what is it exactly used for. It really seems like a helpful tool if you know how and what to use it for. The programs used in the second video looks so unique. From this class I hope to gain useful knowledge sure as these programs.

"What I've Learned This Year" by Mr. McClung

Wow, I can not wait til my first year of teaching. I'm sure it will be quit an experience. Educators often forget to include the small things and maybe this blog will remind them just how important they are. I agreed one hundred percent with everything discussed. Nothing ever goes the exact way that you plan it and lessons won't be any different. You have to be willing to go off course just a little and take time to understand how your students learn best. Once again, great blog and I look forward to reading more of your blogs!
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iTunes University

iTunes University is definitely a new concept to me. As strange as the idea of college on iTunes is to me, it seems to be very popular tool. I am not sure if I would ever consider using iTunes University personally or in my classroom. This is not to say that I would not make my students aware of its existence. I guess the question still remains, what is the point?



Although iTunes University does not seem helpful for me, it seems like a great tool for those looking to further their education on the go. Maybe it would be ideal for celebrities. I really would like to learn more because my research did not end with positive results.

Dr. Christie's Website.

First of I would like to say that it is wonderful that Dr. Christie has been in the education field for forty years. This means she has seen a lot of changes in the way education is administered. The site appears to be very helpful. The first link that catch my attention was was on educational technology. This link had several helpful topics, one being Internet safety. It is always important to be aware of the dangers of the Internet, and when using technology in the class room it should be of top priority.

Technology could be introduced into the classroom, as explained on the website, with the use of electronic portfolios. I am actually already use a similar method in one of my classes. It is a very helpful technique, due to the fact that once I began my own teaching career, I will be able to look back and rely on things learned in the classroom. It is also a way to keep my things organized. This website contains a lot of knowledge and can be a great tool for all educators.