After watching the first interview from Mrs. Cassidy and Dr. Strange I was provided with a different outlook on the use of technology in the classroom. I gained knowledgeable information on how to prepare myself for the 21st century's use of technology. Mrs. Cassidy explains how some teachers don't want to change, but with change there are numerous of ways that technology can help with exploring new ideas and finding resources to help build higher ordered learning for the teacher and the students. Mrs. Cassidy emphasizes that technology isn't going away. The 21st century is changing creating so many opportunities with collaborating with other individuals which helps develop relationships but the individual has to keep in touch with technology. Blogging is becoming very useful, this tool contains an audience which others can see things that strike an interest and leave comments. The importance's of utilizing online tools help individuals learn at their own pace and have good supporters that have the same interests provide information. Mrs. Cassidy talks about how excited her students are when they are able to express their thoughts online and have other people comment on their posts. I am excited about mastering new skills to help engage my future classroom. It's fascinating that Mrs. Cassidy allows her students to Skype with other individuals to share meaningful information, which is one of many ways to collaborate with others from around the world.
Interview with Kathy Cassidy Part 2
In Mrs. Cassidy's second part of her interview provided different methods on how to utilize the Internet, post comments and protect individual's identity from being compromised. Mrs. Cassidy instructs her students on utilizing the Internet and other tools to find things that interest them. For instance the use of Twitter, a source that can help students collaborate with other individuals that share the same interests which can help develop new ideas for future projects. Another great point Mrs. Cassidy instructed was to never leave negative comments on another individual's blogs, this is a great way to emphasize how to treat others the way they would want to be treated. When evaluating peers blogs leave positive feedback. I think students should be given guidelines on how to properly utilize technology and also avoid pictures of themselves on their blogs. Allowing students to become creative and use such useful tools to express their interests and knowledge is by far the best way to motivate them to think outside the box.
Interview with Kathy Cassidy Part 3
In the last interview session with Mrs. Cassidy, she provided some fascinating facts on how to adapt to the changes that technology will bring. She provided useful tips on how to utilize blogs to update information for students if changes were to occur. Teaching is going to consist of constant learning, gathering data and collaborative work to prepare for the 21st century. As a future educator I will have to provide my students with the importance of collaboration within and outside the classroom, only in a safe way. I will create a HUB for my students and parents to visit to gather sources and helpful tips on projects the students are preparing learn. I will allow students to create blogs for uploading videos, assignments and sharing their creative ideas. I believe that technology will engage students and encourage them to embrace and share ideas with the world when guided properly.
Thoughtful. Thorough. Well done!
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ReplyDeleteGreat post I love how you took all three parts of the interview,and broke them down. I also agree that watching the videos, I too have a new found aspect of technology in the classroom. Sometimes it's hard to accept change, especially when you don't fully understand the concept. I must say that change is good. Good Luck in EDM310