These new whiteboards can really make life a lot easier for students and teachers alike. Everything written on the whiteboard can be scanned and made into a PDF. Students could get a copy of the instructor's notes in electronic format.
Monday, April 7, 2008
Technology #9 voice recorder
A picture is worth a thousands words but I think there is a reason why I remember so many people carrying around those little digital voice recorders in college... a picture won't help you remember what the professor is talking about. These little gizmo's will.
Technology #8 Digital Picture Frame
After going a great field trip it would be fun for students to share their images with the class on a daily basis. With a digital picture frame students can upload their images and share them with the class.
Technology #7 Video Recorder
Often times students get sick or a group misses classes for another courses field trip. With a digitial recorder the class could be recorded and students could view it at home to make up for lost material.
Technology #6 Go to Meetings
Go to Meetings are a great way for teachers to collaborate together. They could be used for teachers to share teaching methods and instruction over the internet. A Go to Meeting is a computer based sessions that connects multiple users in different locations. It is similiar to instant messaging but the group has access to view another users screen so everyone sees the same thing at the same time.
Technology #5 Flash Drive
Sometimes taking home the laptop can become cumbersome and that is where flash drives really come in handy. When you need to work from home and don't want to tear down your school work station, just load your data into one of these and go. Just remember to bring it back with you.
Technology #4 Sony PS3
The Sony Playstation is no longer a video game machine, but a multi-fuctional device. It could take the place of a dvd player in the classroom and act as a source to connect to the internet.
Sunday, March 30, 2008
Technology #3 Apple I-Book
Teachers need an interface to store all their data and a machine that is capable of running all of their programs. The Apple I-Book is a great new computer that can run the latest and greatest programs and looks great too.
Technology #2 Cell phones
Cell phones have come a long long way. They don't just make phone calls anymore but operate a multitude of functions that allow users to make calls, check e-mail, internet, act as a mini computer, music player, video player, and a mini hand held game. This Blackberry would be one I would like to have but necessity does not require it. These could be a great tool to allow teachers to access all sorts of material remotely and to collaborate with other instuctors.
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Technology #1 Voltaic Solar Bags
These bags are pretty cool. With everyone starting to think "green", they will surely be a hit. They allow the user to plug devices such as laptops, cell phones, and iphones into ports to get charged for free! How can they be used in the classroom? I would use it to charge up my devices in route from home to school.
Post #2 History Place Evaluation
George Scott
Site: History Place
January 20, 2008
URL: http://www.historyplace.com/unitedstates/revolution/rev-prel.htm
Time: 9:15 pm
1 = Poor 5 =Exceptional
Design:
1. Navigation tools are good. Links are clearly labeled.
1 2 3 4 5
2. Can move from page to page easily.
1 2 3 4 5
3. Site offers interactivity. The visitor is engaged.
1 2 3 4 5
4. Can easily find information.
1 2 3 4 5
5. This site is aesthetically pleasing. Good use of color and graphics.
1 2 3 4 5
Content:
1. Site is properly titled.
1 2 3 4 5
2. Additional resource links are included.
1 2 3 4 5
3. Information is useful.
1 2 3 4 5
4. Rich content and will likely be revisited.
1 2 3 4 5
5. Rate this web site as it compares in content to similar web sites.
1 2 3 4 5
Technical Elements:
1. All links work.
1 2 3 4 5
2. Thumbnail graphics used. Graphics are appropriately sized.
1 2 3 4 5
3. Alternative text page is offered when heavy graphics or frames are used.
1 2 3 4 5
4. Image links and image maps have a text alternative.
1 2 3 4 5
5. Site shows meaningful information within 30 seconds.
1 2 3 4 5
Credibility:
1. Contact person is stated with e-mail address.
1 2 3 4 5
2. Indicates when this page was last updated.
1 2 3 4 5
3. Links are current. (Last 3- 6 months)
1 2 3 4 5
4. Resource links used to develop content are included.
1 2 3 4 5
5. States the name of the host school or organization.
1 2 3 4 5
Total Possible Points = 100
Total Score of this web site: 70
How to improve this site: I would recommend that this site update its layout. The information is readily available but is presented in a very mundane manner that could quickly lose the attention of the casual reader. I would also suggest that this site provide more resource information, such as original works.
Comments: History Place provides a plethora of information across multiply historical periods. It does not go into great detail but does provide a general idea about specific topics.
How would I use this site for teaching? I would use this site to help get a general idea about a particular subject and perhaps to find additional resources. Students could use it as a beginning point for research assignments.
Site: History Place
January 20, 2008
URL: http://www.historyplace.com/unitedstates/revolution/rev-prel.htm
Time: 9:15 pm
1 = Poor 5 =Exceptional
Design:
1. Navigation tools are good. Links are clearly labeled.
1 2 3 4 5
2. Can move from page to page easily.
1 2 3 4 5
3. Site offers interactivity. The visitor is engaged.
1 2 3 4 5
4. Can easily find information.
1 2 3 4 5
5. This site is aesthetically pleasing. Good use of color and graphics.
1 2 3 4 5
Content:
1. Site is properly titled.
1 2 3 4 5
2. Additional resource links are included.
1 2 3 4 5
3. Information is useful.
1 2 3 4 5
4. Rich content and will likely be revisited.
1 2 3 4 5
5. Rate this web site as it compares in content to similar web sites.
1 2 3 4 5
Technical Elements:
1. All links work.
1 2 3 4 5
2. Thumbnail graphics used. Graphics are appropriately sized.
1 2 3 4 5
3. Alternative text page is offered when heavy graphics or frames are used.
1 2 3 4 5
4. Image links and image maps have a text alternative.
1 2 3 4 5
5. Site shows meaningful information within 30 seconds.
1 2 3 4 5
Credibility:
1. Contact person is stated with e-mail address.
1 2 3 4 5
2. Indicates when this page was last updated.
1 2 3 4 5
3. Links are current. (Last 3- 6 months)
1 2 3 4 5
4. Resource links used to develop content are included.
1 2 3 4 5
5. States the name of the host school or organization.
1 2 3 4 5
Total Possible Points = 100
Total Score of this web site: 70
How to improve this site: I would recommend that this site update its layout. The information is readily available but is presented in a very mundane manner that could quickly lose the attention of the casual reader. I would also suggest that this site provide more resource information, such as original works.
Comments: History Place provides a plethora of information across multiply historical periods. It does not go into great detail but does provide a general idea about specific topics.
How would I use this site for teaching? I would use this site to help get a general idea about a particular subject and perhaps to find additional resources. Students could use it as a beginning point for research assignments.
Post #1 Web Site Evaluation Criteria
Top 10 Criteria for Web Site Evaluation
1. 5 W’s
*Who
*What
*When
*Where
*Why
2. Appearance
3. Citations
4. Content
5. Coverage
6. Credibility
7. Design
8. Navigation
9. Technical Elements
10. Working Links
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