Richard Miller: This is how we Dream
The more time that passes in this class and the more opportunity I am given to learn; the more I appreciate technology and all the possibilities that it has given us. For us to become better teachers, better students, or even better learners being equipped with this knowledge.
The library portion of this sticks out in my mind. When I was in elementary school I remember how important it was to know how to search through the sea of books to locate the one with the information we needed. It amazes me how much this has changed even since I was in elementary school. I have been in college for three years now, and come to think of it, every project I have done, ever y paper I have written could have been, if not was done without the need of a library. I had everything I could have possibly needed only a click of a button away. This goes to show how much we rely on technology and the new approaches that it is continuously giving us.
Both of these videos by Richard Miller provide us with essential resources and provide us with many good aspects. Both these videos were very informative and remind us that the internet has no limits or restrictions to what we can look up or research. We are able to access things or people from all over the world. It’s amazing how connected we can be to those thousands and thousands of miles away from us.
Wendy Drexler: The Networked Student
This video definitely was beneficial with my understanding about PLN’s and how to successfully use them. After completing this class, I feel like I will be much more prepared for the world of technology and the networking student. Connectivism (where students connect and learn from people all over the world) was addressed. I didn’t realize this, but it’s EVERYWHERE!
Students can benefit quite a bit from this, and the convenience factor weighs a lot in this. The ability to access anything from lessons and podcasts to iTunes U is there. It’s amazing! I wonder just how technology literate the students of next generation are going to be.
Michael Wesch: Toward a New Future or Whatever
“We shape our tools, and therefore our tools shape us” was a quote from Marshall McLuhan. This made me stop and think about what he meant by this. It makes perfect sense and I don’t think he could have said it better. We prove this true on a daily basic just by living and using the tools/technology we have become accustomed to.
This video was so modern and funny. The history of whatever was cute, and I found it humorous because I was able to relate to the shows and quotes he mentioned. He referred to this generation as the “Me” generation. He couldn’t have said it better. This statement holds true in the world we are living in today. He even went as far as to call this generation narcissistic. I don’t think this is true for EVERY single person, however, I can see his point. In this day and time there are many people who fit the title ‘narcissistic.’ We just have to work past this stereotype and learn about and accept technology/advancements and the ‘ME generation’ we are in, without letting it negatively affect the people we are.
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Tracy, I should probably avoid commenting on your blog because it is too easy to be too honest. I am going to do it anyway. What you mentioned about what you are CAPABLE of learning in this class is absolutely true. However, I don't know if you REALLY believe it yet. One thing that I found most helpful in creating my posts, was to think of my blog as a future resource for myself. I would summarize what each assignment was about, but even more importantly, I would ALWAYS create a link to the original source. If you know how, I recommend just embedding the videos on your blog-- that way you can watch them years from now without going through the hustle bustle of the search engine.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you have been keeping up well, which for this class is an accomplishment in its own right. So GREAT JOB Trace! Just don't be afraid to step outside of the box. For one assignment, let your inner nerd shine and completely delve in... I promise it will be gratifying and hopefully addicting.
Hope I wasn't too harsh, and sorry for the friend discount on the tips dispensary.
Hope you have a good rest of the week,
Anthony
You know I didn't even think about that how when I was in elementary school they taught us the dewey decimal system and how to find books, and I can't even remember the last time I tried to do research by looking up books in the library...I thought Michael Wesch's video was hilarious too! I like how your not afraid to disagree with him that our generation is not entirely narcissitic, though there are quite a few whose self-esteem could be shot down a notch I think our generation is very aware of helping others, I mean look at all the support young people are providing for Haiti. Good job Tracy!
ReplyDeleteAnthony is 100% correct. I would add that if you don't know how to add links, find out. It's in the Syllabus. Third graders are being taught how to do it so it's not some major intellectual challenge.
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