Here is the url for the first mind map I created using Gliffy. I enjoyed using this program, and I am looking forward to learning more of the features it has to offer. This mind map includes information on my schooling, family, and it also lists some of the many hobbies that I have and enjoy [...]

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After evaluating three different websites (abcteach.com, http://www.dedham.k12.ma.us/webquest/summer2002/lp/plantswebquest.htm, teachers.net), I feel that I have a better understanding of what is [...]

What is the difference between Web 1.0 and Web 2.0 bookmarking? The difference between Web 1.0 and Web 2.0 bookmarking is the way in which you can save and access your favorite internet sites. With Web 1.0 you were able to save your favorite sites to your computer, which was great, as long as you were always [...]

I met with my group Monday and again today to go over the information from the week. Our group met on Monday and discussed many things including Digital Citizenship, Creative Commons, Internet Safety and the precautions that we can take as teachers to make sure that our students remain safe. We also discussed the wiki [...]

After viewing the powerpoint and the levels of technology implementation in classrooms, I was surprised. I was unaware that there were actual levels of technology use in classrooms. According to these sources, technology should be frequently used in the classroom and should be embedded in instructional strategies. The assignments that the students should be completing should be authentic, [...]

After watching the short video, “Learning to Change and Changing to Learn,” I have thought about some of the many things which I can do to become more prepared to teach with technology. Teaching and learning are much different today than they were even just a few years ago. Technological advances are being made on [...]

I have spent many hours on the computer tonight trying to get work accomplished.  A lot of my time has been allocated to figuring out the many different technolgies that I have been reading about. I have viewed many different websites, and I have now figured out how to write a blog. I am hoping that by the [...]