Post #4

In Chapter two there was a lot of information presented dealing with the Internet. The Internet is the best part of computers I think but I still had a lot to learn about in this area. There are three kinds of hyperlinks: Target, Relative, and Absolute. I also never heard of Internet 2 , and apparently it is used in over 200 universities around the country. The chapter also talked about discussion boards which I think are very useful in schools today. Internet security was also a hot topic that has been in the news a lot recently. Kids think they are safe on the internet but they arents with all the predators out there and you really have to be careful who you talk to and what you make available to the general public. The internet can be a very sketchy place.
I have learned much more about MS Word since last week. I couldnt believe that there were 120 questions on the training but there are so many tools and gadgets on this program that I have never used before. Like I always thought you had to check grammer and spelling at the end of your paper, but I now know you can set it up so that the computer checks it as you type. This is a very useful tool that I will definitly use in the future.
Today in my Intro to Education class we were suppose to watch a clip off the internet, but my teacher didnt know how to find the clip and get it to play. She said she was very bad with technology and asked if anyone could help. One of the students raised her hand and showed her how to find the website quickly without looking through hundreds of websites. This really showed me how important it is to know how to use computers in the classroom. Once she found the clip she couldn't get the volume to increase on the website so again two students had to assist her. I just sat there and thought about this class and how I hope I will never have to admit to not knowing anything about computer while asking my students to help me.

Blog #3

Chapter 4 was filled with a lot of useful information. I learned about the Central Processing Unit or CPV also called the processor or microprocessor. Things like Fetching, Decoding, Executing, and Storing are all functions. Memory was alos discussed in this chapter. I learned about Random Access Memory, Read-only memeory, and Flash memory, which I am already familiar with. I also learned about Input Devices including the keyboard, numeric keyboard, and digital cameras. It also discussed Output Devies like monitors and display devices, nonimpact printers, and fax machines. I think Fax Machines are extremely useful in this day and age, it is quick and beats sending things by mail.
I have learned a lot of new information involving my new digital camera and all the cool functions it has. I took the time to read the manual and learned all about red eye functions and shooting in different light and different times of day. I am obsessed with photography and making slide shows of all my pictures on my computer. I remember using disposable cameras back in the day and I cant imagine going back and not having a digital camera now a days.
I like learning about all the new technologies coming out now. When I was in elementry school there was very little technology used in the classroom. I didnt even see a power point presentation until I was in middle school. However my students will be able to have access to technology at a very young age because of all the advances in technology. It will help the students be eager to learn and not get bored as fast. Chalkboards and dry earse boards are so old school and computers are the new thing.

Post #2

I read chapter 3 and learned about Word Processing Software. I never realized how much I use Word Processing until today. For example I had two papers in two classes to turn in today. I would not have been able to complete these assignments if it wasnt for Word Processing. I also got the privledge to teach my grandparents all about word processing. The book taught me some tricks I didnt know. Now I can pass on even more to them as I learn it. I have never learned exactly how to do a spread sheet before and the book explained spread sheets pretty well. They are used in business a lot to sort and organize data, and I think thats why I have never done one before.
Since last week I havent really learned much about technology excpet for how to copy and paste one of my posts from one Blog to another. I had accidently created two seperate Blogs and I now I have to earse one, which will help whoever is grading the Posts.
I think the new iphone is really awesome. It is one of the coolest pieces of technology I've seen so far. One of my friends just got one and has been teaching me how to use it. It is really complex, and takes a while to get used to. But the map is my favorite part and it will instantly show you any city or town you want and even zooms in to make building and cars noticeable. It is also cool cause if you ever get lost the phone will get you directions and help you find your way. If I had the money I would buy an iphone for sure.

Post #1

Chapter one alone in the text was filled with tons of information. I learned about the ARCS Model and Digital Students for the first time. The four important points of this model are Attention, Relevance, Challenge/Confidence, and Satisfaction/Success. I was also introduced to the ISTE which is the International Society for Technology in Education. They developed the National Education Technology Standards. I had never heard of this before. I also never realized how technology really helps get kids interested in the information being presented and makes learning more fun. It is so much more intriguing to watch a Power Point presentation than to watch the teacher scribble on the chalkboard all day.Since my last posting I have learned a little more about SAM. I bought the software having no idea what it was and after downloading it on my computer I am becoming a little more familiar with it and look forward to learning even more. I have also completed a Practice Test on Windows XP and realized I know more about the program than I thought.For some strange reason my Blogger username and password wasnt working and I dont know if I wrote it down wrong or what but I encourage everyone to remember theres so they dont have to start all over again like I did. I even reset my password and it still wouldn't work, it was very frustrating. I wish things could just be more simpler over all when it comes to technology.