- Which two of example WebQuests listed below are the best ones? Why?
The two best websites were the Unraveling the Underground Railroad and Grow School greens.
I came to this conclusion because they were the two sites that had enough detail to get you interested and involved but weren't too busy or boring. Also, their tasks seemed interesting and fun for students as a group as well as individuals. - Which two are the worst? Why?
The two worst sites were the Kings Park Elementary and We All Scream for Ice Cream.
These sites were very short when it came to introductions and task instructions. I felt like it didn't give enough structure to the students. Also, their tasks were very boring. - What do best and worst mean to you
To be the best, I feel like a site should have just enough information to give but not too much that it swamps the reader in useless information. I also believe that the assignments should be involving for the students on an individual level but also as a whole group. They should be able to play and have fun all the while learning what they need to learn.
Monday, November 14, 2011
WebQuest
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Friday, October 7, 2011
Double Journal
Quote:
"Media literacy in the past tended to focus on alerting students to stereotypes, advertising, and propaganda and on protecting them from undesirable influences. Today's digital media literacy encompasses many additional topics, from using search engines, to creating Web sites and online profiles, to participating in social networking. One of the most basic strands of media literacy emphasizes the skills and knowledge students need to locate and critically assess online content."
My Reaction:
I was kind of shocked to read that the majority of the media literacy lessons focussed on the negative aspect of the internet, but after I thought about it, it's true. I remember going to the library in high school and hearing lecture after lecture about how nearly everything on the internet was a trick. It was mostly false information and scams. I understand that teachers wanted students to understand that there are some bad resources out there, but to basically scare students away from the internet is wrong. Instead of fuccusing on the negatives of the internet, they need to encourage students to use the internet and to understand how to identify a reliable source.
Resources:
David, Jane L. "Educational Leadership:Literacy 2.0:Teaching Media Literacy." Membership, Policy, and Professional Development for Educators รข€“ ASCD. 2011. Web. 07 Oct. 2011. http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/mar09/vol66/num06/Teaching-Media-Literacy.aspx.
Even more:
http://www.medialiteracy.com/index.htm
This is a really neat website with some cool facts about media literacy. I found it interesting.
"Media literacy in the past tended to focus on alerting students to stereotypes, advertising, and propaganda and on protecting them from undesirable influences. Today's digital media literacy encompasses many additional topics, from using search engines, to creating Web sites and online profiles, to participating in social networking. One of the most basic strands of media literacy emphasizes the skills and knowledge students need to locate and critically assess online content."
My Reaction:
I was kind of shocked to read that the majority of the media literacy lessons focussed on the negative aspect of the internet, but after I thought about it, it's true. I remember going to the library in high school and hearing lecture after lecture about how nearly everything on the internet was a trick. It was mostly false information and scams. I understand that teachers wanted students to understand that there are some bad resources out there, but to basically scare students away from the internet is wrong. Instead of fuccusing on the negatives of the internet, they need to encourage students to use the internet and to understand how to identify a reliable source.
Resources:
David, Jane L. "Educational Leadership:Literacy 2.0:Teaching Media Literacy." Membership, Policy, and Professional Development for Educators รข€“ ASCD. 2011. Web. 07 Oct. 2011. http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/mar09/vol66/num06/Teaching-Media-Literacy.aspx.
Rogers, Susan. "Welcome to the Web's Major Portal for Media Literacy Education." MediaLiteracy.com -- Gateway Site for Media Literacy Education. Web. 07 Oct. 2011. http://www.medialiteracy.com/index.htm.
http://www.medialiteracy.com/index.htm
This is a really neat website with some cool facts about media literacy. I found it interesting.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Another Closer Look.
| People | Objects | Activities |
| Obama | Trees | none |
| Still Obama | Books or papers | none |
| Just Obama | Half of Obama | Half of Obama deep in thought |
| Obama | Other half of Obama | Other half of Obama deep in thought |
Based on what you have observed list three things you might infer from the photograph.
- He looks concerned.
- He is listening very hard to whatever he is being told.
- He also looks sad.
What questions do the caption and article title raise in your mind?
What exactily is he being told?
A Closer Look
People | Objects | Activities |
1. Guy on guard tower | Tower, American flag | On lookout |
2. Other guy in tower | Tower | On lookout |
3. Two guys walking | Machinery, road | Walking |
4. Obama and some other guys | Road | Walking |
Based on what you have observed list three things you might infer from the photograph.
-This doesn't seem like a stressful situation because everyone looks relaxed and cheerful.
- It is a joint effort from all levels of government.
- He looks like he has it all under control but doesn't say how... what is he hiding?
What questions do the caption and article title raise in your mind?
The only question I have is how is he going to do this?
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
My kind of learning!
Today I took a test on the kinds of ways I learn best. I took a similar test in an education class I had in high school, so I kind of knew what my answers would by. The old test told me that I learn a lot by doing, listening, and writing. This test told me the same. However, this website also told me the best wats for me to learn. Some ways include: field trips, trial and error, hands-on activities, recipies, writing, drawing, describing and explaining what I see in my own words, talking out loud, making lists, rewriting ideas, and rearranging notes. So here is a picture of the kind of learner I am! ENJOY!
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