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One thing I learned by watching other presentations about integrating technology into lessons in the classroom was that it is absolutely possible to do this, and to do it often. By simply projecting an interactive website through an LCD projector, students can become so excited about a topic like science that they may not otherwise be interested in. Incorporating technology can be easy and done in an effective way if some effort and thought is put into it. 

Internet Safety

What article did you choose to read for your fourth article?

The article I chose to read for my fourth article was "I have a question" by William C. Porter. He discusses answers to the question how we can take advantage of what is available on the Internet while avoiding objectionable material and questionable people. The three ways he discusses protecting his family from dangers on the internet is 1. parental awareness and involvement 2. family rules and 3. filtering. I think the most important of these three is parental awareness. Parents need to know what their children are looking up on the internet and how much time they are spending on the internet. Parents involvement can help avoid the dangers that are prevalent with the internet. 

What were the most important things you learned from the readings?

One of the most important thing I learned from the reading is that a way to show students and children that I love them is by showing interest in their internet use. They will see that I genuinely care about what they do and what they choose to spend their time doing. M. Russell Ballard talked about how the internet and the media, influenced by Satan, are slowly tearing down the strongholds of families. They are portraying good things as bad, and bad things as good. They are undermining the influence parents should have on children. We need to be aware that these things are happening and not just having a blind eye to what is currently attacking our families. This awareness will help us to build up defenses and know how to combat this negativity. Having a good filtering system will help eliminate many of the dangers that the internet imposes. The filtering system can help us to avoid many of the issues that will arise but we need not rely solely on this function. 

How will what you have read influence your actions as a parent and/or teacher of children and youth?

What I have read will influence my involvement with my students and children and the internet. When my students are using the internet for projects and other things along those lines, I should be actively involved in making sure they are making good use of their time and appropriate use of the internet. One of the most influential things I read from the articles  is how to appropriately model for students and children how to appropriately and effectively use the internet. This modeling can be so effective. If I am choosing to watch and use the internet to research important and uplifting things, this may inspire the students and children to do the same. 

How can you use what you have learned from the reading to have a positive influence on family and friends?

From the reading I have a feeling of being able to positively use the internet and shy away from the dangers that exist. I think that many people are afraid of the internet. This is probably because they hear about all the horror stories and negative things that are associated with it. A way to combat this fear and find positive ways the internet can influence our family and friends. One positive way to use the internet is to have a family blog or family website where other members of the family, far and wide, can access the sites and stay in contact with the family. I am aware of what horrible things exist on the internet and how cyber bullying can negatively effect our youth. I feel like after reading these articles I am more prepared to deal with the internet and issues that may arise in the classroom or in my home. 

Doing:

I talked with my 11 year old brother about internet safety, specifically cyber bullying. In the news there have been many reports about cyber bullying and I wondered if my brother had heard about this, know what it means, and how to avoid it or stop it from happening. I shared with him what I learned about cyber bullying. I shared that it exists, that it is detrimental, and how we should not participate in it. He seemed receptive and said that he didn't really know what the term meant when I first asked him about it. Once I explained it, he seemed to understand how it could happen and what it meant. He told me that it was a very bad thing to do. I am glad that he sees how negative it is. The conversation was short and positive. I think it was valuable because I saw that my brother, although young, knows some of the pitfalls of the internet and knows that there are negative things that exist. He can recognize what cyber bullying is and I value that I am certain he will not participate in it. 

Teaching Reflection

For my reflection of teaching I observed my mentor teacher, Mrs. Bernfeld, teach her 3^rd grade class at Deerfield Elementary a lesson on measurement. She specifically taught them inches, feet and yards—what they are, how to measure them, and how to convert from one measurement to another. Her lesson objective reflects what she taught the students and how she assessed them. She made sure students knew what she taught them by doing a very interactive activity.

            Mrs. Bernfeld introduced the lesson by focusing the student’s attention on measurement. She did a read aloud that explained how we came to using the standard measurement of a foot because of a story about it being the size of a king’s foot. She also reviewed that it is important to have a universal way of measuring things so that anyone can know what you exactly mean. This review further concreted in the student’s minds the importance of universal measurements. It seems like the information has been moved into their long-term memory. Mrs. Bernfeld used Vygotsky’s principle of scaffolding to teach the concepts of measurement. She guided them through each step of the activity with modeling, guided practice and then sent them to do individual work with measurements. Through this she was able to teach about class unity and cooperating with others. She gradually released the responsibility of learning with the students. Working with partners, she had the class measure various things in the classroom and they were forced to choose inches, feet, or yards to measure them. As a partnership students could collaborate and make good choices in their measurements.

After this activity she brought them back to the carpet to review what they measure and how they chose to measure it. She reinforced that when things are small, inches are used and visa versa with yards and large things. Here students were writing their results, which reflect linguistic intelligence. They were also using visual-spatial intelligence by looking at the items and seeing how big they are in comparison to a yard, foot or inch. She also emphasized group work, which reflects the interpersonal intelligence. Mrs. Bernfeld did a great job of incorporate many of Gardner’s multiple intelligences from his theory. She appealed to kinesthetic, verbal and spatial learners in the activity. Students were physically measure things, they were listening to her reinforce correct ways to measure things and they were seeing how big inches, feet and yards were. The assortment of learning styles gave all students a chance to learn the material through whatever type of learning they prefer. Mrs. Bernfeld held the class’s attention and every student during the lesson seemed engaged and on task.

Another aspect of learning that was implemented was Sternberg’s Triarchic view with each of the three aspects touched on. AS a class we came up with our own definitions for terms of measurement we discussed which reflects on the creative part. We analyzed the different types of measurement with how they relate to each other through conversion and their differences. Through discussion we decided how we would use measurements in our real life and how important and useful they can be.

Bloom’s Taxonomy can also be seen during her lesson. Students recalled what they had already learned in previous lessons at the start of the lesson. This prepared their minds for learning. They then applied their knowledge and analyzed how they could use the new information they learned during the lesson. 

I feel like Mrs. Bernfeld did a great job giving all types of learners opportunity to understand the concept of measurement and conversion. She offered help when needed and backed away to give the students a challenge. She implemented Vygostgy’s scaffolding, Gardner’s multiple intelligences, Sternberg’s triarchic view, and Bloom’s taxonomy to teach the lesson so that as many students could be influenced and engaged during the lesson. 

Modules 6-8 Questions

1. Renee explains to her sister her own impressions, feelings, and beliefs about the new Humanities professor she has this semester. Her attempt to do this shows that she has _________.  (self-concept)

2. Many teenagers begin to question who they are as people and what their purpose is. This is an attempt to construct an _________ that provides a basis for adulthood. (identity) 

3. Lisa is constantly trying new activities with her fiance and seems willing to do so. She is eager to explore these new activities and look for new directions to take in life. She has developed an ________. (initiative)

Technology Enhanced Lesson Used

I think it would be a great way to incorporate technology into a lesson that I already have planned. I have planned a guided reading lesson to do on Friday morning. This guided reading lesson is with a small group of students, around 5, and they will be introduced to a new book. I will make a powerpoint presentation to introduce the students to the new book. This could be a great visual way for students to be prepared for what they will be reading about. I will include slides that show new vocabulary that they will be exposed to as well as information about the author. Students may find it interesting to learn about the people who write the books they read. I think that by displaying this Powerpoint presentation on a laptop to the class would be a great way for students to access the information. When a small group of students is being taught, using one laptop should be sufficient for them to be able to see the information. I think that incorporating technology into lessons already planned and thought of is a much better way to use technology rather than base the lesson around the technology. Since I had planned on introducing a new book to a reading group, I figured that I could enhance the lesson by using technology, specifically Powerpoint.

Technology Enhanced Lesson

An idea to technologically enhance a lesson on simple machines--identification and their specific uses--would be to first introduce the concept of simple machines. Go over them so students are aware of the various types of machines. Then a way to check for understanding would be to go to an incredible website that can be displayed on the projector that is in my 3rd grade class. The website lets you go to a room, such as a kitchen, and then you can highlight various items in the room. Students can then be quizzed on what type of simple machine was used. This activity seems like it would be fun and engaging for the students. They can all interact with the website by suggesting what object in the room to highlight next. This technology is readily available for use in the classroom. The website is found at edheads.org. Once there, the simple machines activity can be found. The website is http://www.edheads.org