Journal #1 NETS-T: 2c

Light, D. (2011). Do web 2.0 right. Learning and Leading with Technology, Retrieved from http://www.iste.org/Libraries/Leading_and_Learning_Docs/February-2011-Do-Web-20-Right.sflb.ashx

The article on Learning and Leading with Technology was interesting.  I think it would be a "no brainer" to most in determining if technology is helpful to have in the classroom.
The article talks about daily practice in the classrooms.  I think with technology these days it is important for students just to get aquanted with a computer and how to work with it.  Teachers did stress that it was difficult to get meaningful blogs from students, but I guess some of that would depend on the age group you are working with.  If students are less likely to post something because of emberassment or fear, then a solution would be to leave the posts anonymous which leads to the next topic of, appropriate audience.  I like the idea of giving students the option, but not forcing them to post their blogs so that all can see.  This creates a sense of trust, that in my opinion, would help the student open up and write his/her thoughts exactly how they feel without most of the fear of judgment from other peers.  Appropriate behavior is a concern.  Because of the access to internet, student must be supervised and stay on task when using technology.  

Q:1:  What would be key in keeping students engaged and interested in projects and blogs?

A:1: I think that no matter what, it will be challenging to keep students on task and interested, especially at a younger age, however, I think that by creating an environment of individuality and creativity and uniqueness, would help tremendously.  I would like to incorporate a lot of creativity into the classroom and go outside of the norm.  I would encourage students, and hold a classroom environment whose focus, on embracing differences.

Q:2:  In what ways is technology a powerful tool to have in class?

A:2:  I think that by incorporating technology and blogs into the classroom, could successfully result in a better connection and bond with teacher/student and peer to peer.  I think that we forget that part of the learning process is not only the various subjects we must learn like math, but also the social aspect.  We must learn how to communicate with each other effectively and learn from one another.  In other countries, peer to peer bonds are highly focused on.  I believe that with the help of technology, it can encourage some to come out of their "shell" and begin the communication process, even if through a computer, it is a start in the right direction.

Technology Self-Assessment: School 2.0

 

I chose NETS-T #1.  I chose this particular standard to investigate because I strongly believe in finding different ways outside the norm to help educate children.  I think we are becoming to robotic in our ways and need to refocus on individuality of a child and not take that away from him/her style of learning.  I also believe that we need to make more things available for the child to explore his/her talents and shine in something that they are good at.

What a powerful speech about creativity.  Sir Ken Robinson made some interesting points that I strongly agree with. 

“All kids have tremendous talents and we squander them”, public education holds math and humanities at the top and art and music in the bottom.  Some children may not be the best at any one of the subjects so highly focused on in the system, but that does no mean that they must have a learning disability.  I liked the example he used of the woman who had choreographed Cats, back when she was in school around the 1930’s her teachers had spoken with her mother concerned that she had a learning disability.  She went to seek help, when the counselor noticed there was nothing wrong with her other than she learned in a different manner than other kids.  Some people have to move to think.  Her mother stuck her in a dance class, and she later became a multi-millionaire. 

I agree with Robinson in that there are many gifts of human imagination and we must learn to educate our children’s “whole being”. 

Kids are not afraid to be wrong or make mistakes, until it is “educated” out of them.  The system has taught us as adults to be afraid of making mistakes, which in turn, hinders human creativity. We need to rethink the view of intelligence.

Loved this video!!! I recommend all future educators to watch  =)

Journal 3 100 things that make me Happy! =)

1.sun

2.beach

3.waves

4.sunsets

5.sunrises

6.sand between my toes

7.running on the beach

8.happy hour

9.avocado crab salad from Dini’s

10.macaroni dish from Elephant Bar

11.mango iced tea

12.mom

13.dad

14.sisters

15.niece Alaina

16.niece Natalee

17.Marc future husband

18.Bruno the pet dog

19.australian cattle dogs

20.bulldogs

21.mastifs

22.snow

23.snowboarding

24.the beach bar at Big Bear

25.live music

26.amos lee

27.jack Johnson

28.dave matthews band

29.sleeping in

30.clean sheets

31.new socks

32.new sweatshirt

32.new sweatpants

33.ice cream sandwiches

34.mint n chip ice cream

35.hot fudge sundaes with brownies

36.froyo

37.traveling

38.thailand

39.monkeys

40.elephant riding

41.baby tigers

42.new foods

43.thai food

44.yellow curry

45.coke

46.skinny vanilla latte

47.black ice tea

48.soy chai latte

49.brownies

50.chocolate chip cookies

51.oreo cookies

52.girl scout cookies

53.thin mints

54.somoas

55.peanut butter

56.peanut butter and jelly sandwiches

57.movies

58.warm blankets fresh out of the dryer

59.slippers

60.smiles

61.walks on the beach

62.hiking

63.wake boarding

64.laying out in the sun

65.brigantine taco Tuesday

66.buffalo tacos from the Brigantine

67.fish tacos from the Brigantine

68.hot tea with honey

69.tamales

70.cupcakes

71.sprinkled cupcakes

72.BJ’s restaurant

73.Dessert from BJ’s with cookie and ice cream

74.beer

74.new castle

75.negro modelo

76.corona

77.merlot

78.cabernet

79.field hockey

80.coaching

81.tutoring

82.teaching

83.learning

84.working with kids

85.road trips

86.Palm Springs

87.lake tahoe

88.las vegas

89.encinitas

90.strawberry smoothies

91.twix           

92.chococolate kisses

93.snickers

94.almond joys

95.almonds

96.craisins

97.icees

98.hot dogs

99.nachos

100.churros =)

Meet Rosie B.

My name is Rosie Banuelos.  I was born and raised in San Diego.  I attended St. Mary's Catholic School in Escondido until 2nd grade.  I then transitioned into public school, attended Miller Elementary, Del Dios Middle School and San Pasqual High School, all located in Escondido.  I received a full athletic scholarship to play field hockey and attended my first two years of College at Old Dominion University in Norfolk,Va.  I competed in the Final Four my Freshman year, and Elite 8 my Sophmore year.  Field Hockey was my entire life for those two years.  I did manage a little study time with Graphic Design while I was there.  They say "student-athlete" however, it's more like "athlete-student".  I then transferred from the hard core hockey and finished my last two years at UC Berkeley where I completed my last two years of eligibility and studied Sociology.  I am currently coaching at the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista.  I coach U16 girls in Olympic Development Skills.  I love giving back to my sport and working with young women who are looking to play Collegiate Hockey.  I am also pursuing a career as a Speech Pathologist.  I am hoping to get into the Master's program of Communicative Sciences and Disorders here at CSUSM.  This class is one of the pre-requisites for the 5 semester long program.  I am super excited and ready to start!  I recently got engaged and through all this madness, trying to plan a wedding for this May, I know, I'm crazy.

Where am I on the technology continuum? Well, I would say I can get by or find a way to figure things out, however, I know my life could probably be a little easier if I learn to take full advantage of what technology has to offer.  I have been using Mac for a few years now and am really happy I made the switch.  I look forward to learning how to be more computer savy.

After reading the College of Education Mission Statement, I strongly agree with it all.  I especially like the part about transforming public education by preparing thoughtful educators and advancing professional practices.  I believe that as future Educators, we must constantly grow and be willing to adapt and remain open-minded.  I feel that technology will bring many helpful ways/ideas/methods to teach and learn.  I look forward to working with technology services in the future as a Speech Therapist.