The more that I learn about Web 2.0 tools and the more tools that I find, the more I am convinced that they need to be implemented in every child's education. Reading about Wikipedia has been most inspiring to me. For so long students and well, everyone has been limited to a select audience for viewing and feedback but Web 2.0 tools allow practically a universal audience. The whole idea of Wikipedia, basically a database for the collection of knowledge from the human race was truly ahead of its time. Although there are clearly some problems with it I believe educators should embrace this project of spreading knowledge.
It frustrates me in some ways that so many educators reject or have no knowledge of the Web 2.0 movement. I completely understand that I am a digital native and that some people do not have the interest, experience, or knowledge of technology tools that others do but at the same time it is important to develop professionally and be up-to-date on new methods and technology. I compare it to the equivalent of a doctor needing to be knowledgeable of new medical technology and diseases. It really is just an expectation of the job. I don't mean to rant or insult anyone but it is something that I feel strongly about and is part of the reason I chose this major.
Anyway, I am looking forward to finding some ways to implement wikis and am possibly thinking that having my class create a virtual textbook or study guide may be a good way to do so. I am also very excited to learn about RSS this week to hopefully help me be more updated and efficient.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
CEDO 535 Entry One
Blogging is something that I have already and will continue to use in my professional and educational life. Obviously blogging is an important part of my Master's Program as it acts as an online journal for me as I progress throught the program. I have also used blogging professionally to communicate with students and to share ideas about technology usage with other members of the staff at my school.
I have experimented with blogging in my classes and absolutely love it. Students have taken ownership in their blogs and it has had great value as a learning and assessment tool. Some students struggled initially to understand what and how much to post but the more they did it, the better they were. Some students really shined when it came to providing feedback to other blogs. It is something I hope to use more as technology hopefully becomes more available and accessible in the school.
On personal note I do not tend to blog very often about personal matters. I value my privacy and try not to divulge too much personal information, thoughts, or feelings. I have many friends who choose to blog about personal matters and it may be something I consider when the day comes for me to have a family but for the time being I use it primarily as a professional tool.
I'm looking forward to this class as I hope to truly find ways to use Web 2.0 tools more effectively. After reading some of the articles I would like to find some more effective ways to implement blogging and would like to learn more about RSS as it seems like it could be a major time saver for me.
I have experimented with blogging in my classes and absolutely love it. Students have taken ownership in their blogs and it has had great value as a learning and assessment tool. Some students struggled initially to understand what and how much to post but the more they did it, the better they were. Some students really shined when it came to providing feedback to other blogs. It is something I hope to use more as technology hopefully becomes more available and accessible in the school.
On personal note I do not tend to blog very often about personal matters. I value my privacy and try not to divulge too much personal information, thoughts, or feelings. I have many friends who choose to blog about personal matters and it may be something I consider when the day comes for me to have a family but for the time being I use it primarily as a professional tool.
I'm looking forward to this class as I hope to truly find ways to use Web 2.0 tools more effectively. After reading some of the articles I would like to find some more effective ways to implement blogging and would like to learn more about RSS as it seems like it could be a major time saver for me.
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