Week 3- TPACK & Science/Math tools

TPACK is important to have because it enhances the overall learning of the students.  Knowing specific content areas, various ways of teaching it, and how to use technology in teaching those areas creates an inviting and stimulating learning environment, which increases learning.

The Stellarium program is a really neat tool that allows students to see things such as phases of the moon, orbits of the planets, etc. in the classroom.  By being able to change the days and locations, the students can explore in a safe environment and get a deeper understanding of the universe we live in. 

Week 2-Web 2.0

This week, I added information to my Delicious and Goodreads accounts. I posted the links to them under my Links List here on the blog. I am excited to continue using these resources because they are very helpful in preparing lessons during the practicum and hopefully throughout the rest of my career.
Goodreads is a great way to share book recommendations with an endless pool of book information. I personally really love to read, so I like to see what others have read and why they enjoyed them. There are so many books out there that I have never heard of, but are very good books, so Goodreads allows me to find those books and keep track of the ones I eventually want to read.
Delicious is an awesome network that stores and shares information about sites readily available to use in the classroom. Often times, templates for games, lesson plans, and fun educational videos are available, and this site allows for easy access to them!

Week 1

What do I know about technology?  I know the general things about it--the basics in programs such as word, excel, powerpoint, internet, google earth and a little about digital storybooks.  I have had experience with the assignments in this class but I hope to expand my knowledge even more and do my very best.

Week 1-PLE Created

First week! How exciting. :D