In a previous class we studied Online Education for students in grades K-12. As a mother of small children, I went into this topic of discussion with a negative opinion. Towards the end of the class we had to do an assignment that researched a particular school. I found myself doing extensive research on this particular school. All in all, I found that with guidance Online Education for grades K-12 is not a bad thing. I still would not use it as a stand alone thing, but something that is used with other forms of learning. If my child was home schooled this would be the perfect choice. The school that I researched was CAPCS in Washington DC. This school is for residents of Washington, DC. The school provides you with a computer and a stipend for the Internet, if that was a problem for you.
http://www.capcs.org/
Dianne
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Sunday, March 11, 2012
You can give a teacher Technology, but it is up to them to use it.
As technology is steadily evolving, the classroom is opening up with many forms of technology, anywhere from software or hardware. The problem is, is that you have teachers who are stuck in there ways and do not want to adjust to the times. You give teachers resources, but then they pick in choose what they want to use. Which can serve as a disadvantage to students who need that extra excitement while learning. We have to meet our students where they are to assist them with the learning process.
You can lead a camel to the water, but you can not make them drink.
Dianne
You can lead a camel to the water, but you can not make them drink.
Dianne
Ipads in Middle School
Ok, so my school and 3 other Middle Schools in Prince George’s County. Have used some of our fund Earmarked for technology and we are schools who now have Ipads. This is a one to one ratio for students and teachers.
You may be thinking, “I am so Jealous”. I would say don’t be. Everyone has not come along with the thought of it yet, which makes it so frustrating.
All homeroom teachers are supposed to issue out the Ipads during homeroom. From the carts that are inside each home room class. This way the student get them first thing in the morning and are supposed to have them all day. Wellllll, this is not the case. You have several teachers who decide, “I’m just not going to hand them out today.” Or “ You were talking during announcements so you are not getting them.” “I just don’t remember the code to get into the cart.” REALLY!
With this being said you take hours planning a lesson that will incorporate the use of the Ipads and when the students arrive to your classroom. 5 out of 25 students have them.
HELP ME!
Dianne
You may be thinking, “I am so Jealous”. I would say don’t be. Everyone has not come along with the thought of it yet, which makes it so frustrating.
All homeroom teachers are supposed to issue out the Ipads during homeroom. From the carts that are inside each home room class. This way the student get them first thing in the morning and are supposed to have them all day. Wellllll, this is not the case. You have several teachers who decide, “I’m just not going to hand them out today.” Or “ You were talking during announcements so you are not getting them.” “I just don’t remember the code to get into the cart.” REALLY!
With this being said you take hours planning a lesson that will incorporate the use of the Ipads and when the students arrive to your classroom. 5 out of 25 students have them.
HELP ME!
Dianne
Friday, March 2, 2012
Similar to Facebook but for STUDENTS!
EDMODO EDMODO EDMODO!
How can we reach our students? How can we get them engaged? How can we incorporate something into our classroom that is fun?
Look no further, I have a site that is similar to Facebook but is for students. This site is not only monitored by Teachers, but it can be monitored by parents as well. This is a fun place to go to bring a little excitement into your classroom. www.edmodo.com.
You are able to make quizees polls post questions and more. The extra bonus is being able to have your work graded and all the grades put into a spreadsheet. How great is that!
Dianne Clifton
How can we reach our students? How can we get them engaged? How can we incorporate something into our classroom that is fun?
Look no further, I have a site that is similar to Facebook but is for students. This site is not only monitored by Teachers, but it can be monitored by parents as well. This is a fun place to go to bring a little excitement into your classroom. www.edmodo.com.
You are able to make quizees polls post questions and more. The extra bonus is being able to have your work graded and all the grades put into a spreadsheet. How great is that!
Dianne Clifton
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Asychronous or Synchrounous
When considering Distance Education one may think of simply learning from a Distance. Not really understanding that a lot of time and effort is put into learning and teaching via Distance Education.
The Asynchronous and Synchronous are 2 delivery styles of Distance Education. Asynchronous refers the more traditional method of teaching, where you pace of learning is provided by the teacher. Where Synchronous delivery is more self-paced and requires a lot of organization and self motivation. Is there one method that is preferred over the other? Is one delivery method more effective than the other? To answer this question in my own point of view and based of of my readings. I feel that there is no better way, that everything depends on the students level. Meaning a young child may not have the drive and organizational skills to succeed with the Synchronous method, whereas an Adult would be. Then you have some adults that need more direction. As an Adult, if I had a choice on which delivery I would want. I would choose both of them.
How about you?
Pullen, J. & Snow, C. Integrating synchronous and asynchronous internet distributed education for maximum effectiveness. Education and Information Technologies 17 (3), pp. 137-148
The Asynchronous and Synchronous are 2 delivery styles of Distance Education. Asynchronous refers the more traditional method of teaching, where you pace of learning is provided by the teacher. Where Synchronous delivery is more self-paced and requires a lot of organization and self motivation. Is there one method that is preferred over the other? Is one delivery method more effective than the other? To answer this question in my own point of view and based of of my readings. I feel that there is no better way, that everything depends on the students level. Meaning a young child may not have the drive and organizational skills to succeed with the Synchronous method, whereas an Adult would be. Then you have some adults that need more direction. As an Adult, if I had a choice on which delivery I would want. I would choose both of them.
How about you?
Pullen, J. & Snow, C. Integrating synchronous and asynchronous internet distributed education for maximum effectiveness. Education and Information Technologies 17 (3), pp. 137-148
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