Sunday, January 26, 2014

Blog Post #2

1. What is the central message of this video.How does the author make the case for this conclusion. Do you agree with his conclusion? Why or why not?
The central message of this video is to show that someone has to participate and complete the activity that is being taught. For example, in this video the instructor was teaching dance, but the instructor didn't have the students physically get out of their desks and do the moves. Instead he just had them sit in their desks and take notes on them. At the end of the video when it was time for the exam, the students had no idea what they were doing because they didn't engage in the activity they were learning. The author makes his case for the conclusion by demonstrating that the students weren't prepared for the exam because they didn't take part in the actuality of learning the motions in dance. I agree with the conclusion because it shows that if you don't engage and understand what you are doing, you are not going to understand.

2. What does Roberts think it means to teach in the 21st Century? Create an outline of the argument made by Roberts, including the evidence and arguments made to support his thesis. How do you feel about the way Roberts sees teaching changing? If Roberts is correct, how will it affect you as an educator?
To Roberts, teaching in the 21st century is totally different than any other. There is so much new technology and it is a teacher's job to teach students how to find good, reliable information to use. Our world is transforming, and soon everything will be done through technology. According to Roberts, a teacher should inform students about how they can not just use technology for social media, such as Twitter and Facebook, but also for education. As a future educator, it is my job to know and understand the technology we will be using so that i can teach and help my students in the future.

3. Write about your reaction to this video.
This video demonstrated that is so much someone can learn through the internet. There are so many ways to communicate with people and get different types of information. So why do students even need a teacher? Students need a teacher to guide them through the process of learning how to find this information, but also using it. A student may get lost, and if they need help a teacher is there to help them.

4. What is the thesis of Davis’ video. What is your reaction to her argument?
I think the thesis of Davis argument is that kids can learn to teach themselves. As babies, we learned to walk and talk on our own. As adults, we can still do that. We can teach ourselves how things work, simply by looking around. For example, there is so much new technology. We can learn how it work on our own, it is simply up to us.

5. Is flipping a classroom new to you? Do you think this approach will be useful to you as a teacher? Why or why not?
Yes, flipping the classroom is new to me. I haven't heard of anything like this before, but I like the idea behind it. By allowing kids to view a video of the lesson the night before, they get a jump start on what they are going to be discussing in class the next day. I think this is good for students because this allows the teach more time in class to review the topic, or to work with students individually if needed. The only thing I wasn't really crazy about with this idea, is that some students might not have the technology. I know students could come in the next morning and use the computers in the classroom, but I would worry about them getting behind with their work.

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Saturday, January 18, 2014

Blog Post #1

I have heard many things about EDM310. I have heard people say how overwhelming it is, and that there is just so much work. On the other hand I have heard people say that it is not so bad, and that it really isn't as much to stress about as other people make it seem.

One of my biggest fears is being overwhelmed and stressing about getting everything done on time. I'm also scared that I will forget something and then be behind on my work.

Compared with other courses I have taken, I would say that EDM310 will require a lot more f my time than any other course. Other courses also didn't contain as much work as this course. This is the kind of course that you have to pay attention to get through and make sure you aren't missing anything.

I think the most difficult thing for me will be managing my time wisely. I am a major procrastinator and this is not the course to be procrastinating in. There is so much to do and I do not want to get behind. I want to be the best that I can be.

I think the best way for me to start managing my time more wisely is to start early. By starting early on projects, I will be assured that I will get them done on time.

I don't think I really have any questions left. I'm sure I will have plenty in the future if I get lost and confused. At least there are plenty of wonderful people that I can contact if I ever need any help along with visiting the lab!

Never Ending To Do List

Thursday, January 16, 2014

Practice Post

My name is Alyx Kellam. I have lived here my whole life. I didn't want to move away from home, so I decided to attend the University of South Alabama. I know some people like the idea of getting away for a while and moving out of the house as quick as possible, but why would anyone want to move when they have everything they need at home? That's the way I feel about it, anyway. In my spare time I like to hang out with friends, and when the season is in I like to hunt.

I have lived in the same house my entire life, and I am also an only child. I spend time with my family when I can, but most of the time it is when there is a birthday or special occasion. I also have an amazing second family, which is my boyfriend's family. They treat my like I am one of their own, and I couldn't be more blessed.

I am majoring in Elementary Education.At first I didn't know what I wanted to major in, I just knew I wanted to work with kids. I considered going into the medical field, but decided that wasn't for me. I love being around kids and I cannot wait to be working with them every day.

If you were to ask my friends, they would tell you how much I love to talk. Some people might be surprised to hear that because I am actually a really shy person until I get to know someone really well. Other than that, I love doing crafts. If I had the money I would have a new craft project every day. I think that is another reason why I chose Elementary Education because while teaching kids, there are ways to incorporate fun things like crafts to keep the learning fun, for both the teacher and the student. Although I do love crafts, I am by no means the best. I believe in trial and error, so if it doesn't work out the first time, just try again. You have to make mistakes in order to improve!

At the end of this semester I am going to Disney World. I am so excited to be going. It has been a while since I have been on a vacation like this, and I have only been to Disney World once, when I was five or six. This is going to be such a fun experience for me and I absolutely cannot wait!

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Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Test Post

This is my First Post. I clicked the HTML button which I should always do in EDM310. I am now a Blogger!