I was assigned Darren Fix's blog Science Fix.
The first video of Darren's that I commented on was Melting Rates. He did an experiment about ice cubes melting on two different blocks. One would melt faster than the other.
I commented
I am a student from the University of South Alabama. I enjoyed watching your video. It was very interesting. I found myself wondering why one would melt faster than the other. Thanks for sharing.
The second video of Darren's that I commented on was Floating Sinking Mystery. He did an experiment with two objects. They both had hooks in them and he had two bottles of water. He then placed one object in each bottle. The object on the left would sink while the one on the right would stay floating. He did several different experiments with these objects and then asked questions.
I commented
I am a student from the University of South Alabama. I enjoyed your video. I bet this video engages your students and makes them want to figure out the solution. I like how you asked questions and gave time to allow the students to think about what you just asked. Again, great video.
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Blog Post 5 Part 2
At the beginning of the semester I had no idea what a personal learning network was. Now that I have an understanding of what a PLN is, I now realize how much mine has grown. I have been connecting with students and teachers from around the world, and I love it. My Blog has helped me connect with all of those people. I enjoyed seeing what students and teachers were doing around the world. I will continue to have a PLN when I become a teacher. This class was a great experience and gave me a lot of things to take with me when I become a teacher.
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Saturday, November 22, 2014
Blog Post 14
In the article, Teaching Can Be a Profession, Jon Klein was asked the question, "If you could wave a wand and change one thing, what would it be?". He responded with a list of changes, including: "more school choices, using technology to improve teaching and learning, adopting a knowledge-based curriculum and starting school before five years old". But if he had to choose one it would be to professionalize teaching, so it is like other respected professions. He talks about some problems and possibly some solutions, they are as following:
1.Pick from the Best
Students that are trying to become teachers are not being properly trained. The solution to that problem would be to provide the proper training for students. He states that teachers should be choose from the top third of the graduates. He would also, change how teachers are rewarded.
2.Seniority Distraction
Klein states, "Seniority dictates how the schools operate" and how teachers are paid the same no matter how they are performing. The solution to that problem would be a "national teacher examination" and "supervised internship" that could last anywhere from one to three years.
3.Radical Change
There are incompetent teachers that need to be removed from schools. The solution to this problem would be to establish standards in order for these teachers to be removed and teachers be promoted based on specialty exams.
1.Pick from the best
I agree with Mr.Klein that some teachers are not being properly trained. But I do not agree with him when he said teachers should be chosen from the top third of the graduates. Yes, someone being in the top third proves that someone is smart and makes great grades. But, it does not prove that they would be a great teacher. Being a teacher is not just about the grades made in college or being top of the class. It is about the students and how you connect with them in the classroom. One has to be a great teacher, listener, learner, and mentor to succeed. Therefore, it is not just about the grades.
2.Seniority Distraction
Seniority is an issue in the schools these days. I have heard many of times, "We cannot get rid of him/her they have been her for plus years". I do not agree with that if someone is not doing their job right, they should be let go it does not matter how long they have been there. I do agree with his solutions, but I do not really think it will happen.
3.Radical Change
I agree there are incompetent teachers that need to be removed from schools. I do agree that standards should be set so some of these teachers can get let go.
1.Pick from the Best
Students that are trying to become teachers are not being properly trained. The solution to that problem would be to provide the proper training for students. He states that teachers should be choose from the top third of the graduates. He would also, change how teachers are rewarded.
2.Seniority Distraction
Klein states, "Seniority dictates how the schools operate" and how teachers are paid the same no matter how they are performing. The solution to that problem would be a "national teacher examination" and "supervised internship" that could last anywhere from one to three years.
3.Radical Change
There are incompetent teachers that need to be removed from schools. The solution to this problem would be to establish standards in order for these teachers to be removed and teachers be promoted based on specialty exams.
1.Pick from the best
I agree with Mr.Klein that some teachers are not being properly trained. But I do not agree with him when he said teachers should be chosen from the top third of the graduates. Yes, someone being in the top third proves that someone is smart and makes great grades. But, it does not prove that they would be a great teacher. Being a teacher is not just about the grades made in college or being top of the class. It is about the students and how you connect with them in the classroom. One has to be a great teacher, listener, learner, and mentor to succeed. Therefore, it is not just about the grades.
2.Seniority Distraction
Seniority is an issue in the schools these days. I have heard many of times, "We cannot get rid of him/her they have been her for plus years". I do not agree with that if someone is not doing their job right, they should be let go it does not matter how long they have been there. I do agree with his solutions, but I do not really think it will happen.
3.Radical Change
I agree there are incompetent teachers that need to be removed from schools. I do agree that standards should be set so some of these teachers can get let go.
Friday, November 21, 2014
C4K November Summary
Grayson's Blog
He talked about a game called free rice. As you answer the questions and get them right you can get free rice and donate it to people who need food. The game is for all subjects.
I commented:
Grayson,
I am a student from the University of South Alabama. I enjoyed reading your post about the rice game. It seems fun. I like how you can work on your vocabulary while feeding the hungry. I will check this game out! Thank you!
Peter's Awesome Art Blog
He talked about the print making they had done in class.
I commented:
Peter,
My name is Jerica Baker. I am a student at The University of South Alabama. I enjoyed reading your post about print making. It seems like you really enjoy doing it. I participated with print making in my class Thursday and I had fun! We did three different types of print making. I liked seeing the end product.
Laura's Blog
She talked about the first quarter coming to an end.
I commented:
Laura,
I am a student at the University of South Alabama. Great post! Great use of vocabulary words. Keep up the good work!
He talked about a game called free rice. As you answer the questions and get them right you can get free rice and donate it to people who need food. The game is for all subjects.
I commented:
Grayson,
I am a student from the University of South Alabama. I enjoyed reading your post about the rice game. It seems fun. I like how you can work on your vocabulary while feeding the hungry. I will check this game out! Thank you!
Peter's Awesome Art Blog
He talked about the print making they had done in class.
I commented:
Peter,
My name is Jerica Baker. I am a student at The University of South Alabama. I enjoyed reading your post about print making. It seems like you really enjoy doing it. I participated with print making in my class Thursday and I had fun! We did three different types of print making. I liked seeing the end product.
Laura's Blog
She talked about the first quarter coming to an end.
I commented:
Laura,
I am a student at the University of South Alabama. Great post! Great use of vocabulary words. Keep up the good work!
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Blog Post 13
What apps are educational for elementary students that use iPad's?
When I looked on the website, 15 Free Must Have iPad Apps for Elementary Students, I found three apps that I found most interesting for students to use in the classroom.
1. Bookabi- Bookabi has everything a student needs to tell stories. The app has 2D and 3D characters available for students to choose from to help tell their story. The app also has different backgrounds, stickers, text bubbles, and text to choose from to make their story. The students can use their own personal photos. This is a really useful app to help students tell a story they have written. It seems like a very educational app. I would let my students get in groups and come up with a story and then use this app to help their stories come to life.
2. Doodle Buddy- Students can paint with their fingers on an app! They can also add different stamps to their paintings. They can also connect with their friends and draw with them. I think this is a cool app, students can paint without getting messy and connect with their friends.
3.Sushi Monster- It is a new game for students to get practice with math. It is also challenging for students. The student's will earn points when they get the correct answer. I like the sound of this and educational perception of this app. I would also use this app in my future classroom to help my students with math. I think it would engage students not only because it is a game, but because it involves food and a great way of learning. Who does not love a good meal and food?!
When I looked on the website, 15 Free Must Have iPad Apps for Elementary Students, I found three apps that I found most interesting for students to use in the classroom.
1. Bookabi- Bookabi has everything a student needs to tell stories. The app has 2D and 3D characters available for students to choose from to help tell their story. The app also has different backgrounds, stickers, text bubbles, and text to choose from to make their story. The students can use their own personal photos. This is a really useful app to help students tell a story they have written. It seems like a very educational app. I would let my students get in groups and come up with a story and then use this app to help their stories come to life.
2. Doodle Buddy- Students can paint with their fingers on an app! They can also add different stamps to their paintings. They can also connect with their friends and draw with them. I think this is a cool app, students can paint without getting messy and connect with their friends.
3.Sushi Monster- It is a new game for students to get practice with math. It is also challenging for students. The student's will earn points when they get the correct answer. I like the sound of this and educational perception of this app. I would also use this app in my future classroom to help my students with math. I think it would engage students not only because it is a game, but because it involves food and a great way of learning. Who does not love a good meal and food?!
Friday, November 14, 2014
Friday, November 7, 2014
C4T #3 (Post 1 and 2)
I was assigned Allanah's Blog Life is not a race to be first finished.
The first post I responded to of Allanah's was, Adding Keyboards in iOS8. She talked about the different keyboards that could be added with the new update. She let her students pick a keyboard that best suit them.
I commented
Allanah,
I am a student in EDM310 from the University of South Alabama. Thanks for the post, I did not know that about iOS8. I think it is awesome that you let your students pick which keyboard they feel suits them and their needs.
The second post I responded to of Allanah's was, Easy Accents – Macrons- Google Doc Add On. She talked about how in Google Docs accents could be used. She talked about how someone she knew used the accents but Māori macrons were not included. So she took it upon herself to contact New Zealand and try to get them added to the accents. After a few hours it was added.
I commented
Allanah,
My name is Jerica Baker a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. I enjoyed reading your post. I think it is awesome that you were able to get an accent added just because you were determined.
The first post I responded to of Allanah's was, Adding Keyboards in iOS8. She talked about the different keyboards that could be added with the new update. She let her students pick a keyboard that best suit them.
I commented
Allanah,
I am a student in EDM310 from the University of South Alabama. Thanks for the post, I did not know that about iOS8. I think it is awesome that you let your students pick which keyboard they feel suits them and their needs.
The second post I responded to of Allanah's was, Easy Accents – Macrons- Google Doc Add On. She talked about how in Google Docs accents could be used. She talked about how someone she knew used the accents but Māori macrons were not included. So she took it upon herself to contact New Zealand and try to get them added to the accents. After a few hours it was added.
I commented
Allanah,
My name is Jerica Baker a student in EDM310 at the University of South Alabama. I enjoyed reading your post. I think it is awesome that you were able to get an accent added just because you were determined.
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
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