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Dr. Scott McLeod's post,"Don't teach your kids this stuff. Please?" was an post filled with irony. I read the post a couple of times to make sure I had an accurate understanding. I came to the conclusion that, " Don't Teach Your Kids this stuff. Please?" displayed a bit of satire and sarcasm. At the very end of the post Dr. McLeod clarifies the underlying meaning by saying," don't do any of it, please really 'cause I'm doing all of it with my kids can't wait to see who has a leg up in a decade or two can you?". This statement simply means that everything he is telling you not to do, really means you should do it, either with your students and or child. Dr. Mcleod really exaggerates and focuses on the worst possible extremes, which is far fetched, and if parents, teachers, administrators,and board members use technology correctly than we wouldn't have to worry about those particular problems. Instead, we would actually be teaching our students how to learn in an innovating, creative, hands-on manner which is far better than old fashion pencil and paper.
Who is Dr. Scott McLeod? Dr. Scott McLeod is a Associate Professor of Educational Leadership at the University of Kentucky. He is also a blogger, author, and the creator/director of CASTLE (Center for the Advanced Study of Technology Leadership in Education).

The iSchool Initiative is a very well thought of idea or creation. Travis Allen, a seventeen year old high school student, he is responsible for this impressive approach. Travis Allen is not only saving money, but he is also making an attempt to save the environment. The problem with schools today is that classes are too large, materials are too expensive, and most resources aren't useful. The question that Travis posed, "Does technology belong?". In my opinion, technology should be our side by side assistant, because the iTouch and the iSchool would be a great idea to make it an reality. The best feature is that it would be in the palm of your hands, which means it is also easy as pie to stay on task!

Jennifer Chambers found this awesome video, Eric Whitacre's "Virtual Choir". My reaction to this video was quite interesting, because the sound was beautiful, the involvement with 185 people was astonishing, to me as well. To actually know that none of these people knew each other is also interesting. Eric Whitacre's deserves great recognition for this well thought of performance via internet. The virtual choir demonstrates the great distances that technology can reach through learning via music.

Kevin Roberts, has a informative video called, "Teaching in the 21st Century" it explains clearly what it means to be a 21st century teacher.The video goes in to great detail about Bloom's Taxonomy and how education has changed today because information can be found any where, any time, and at any place. However, we as teachers are responsible for discerning if the information is relevant, challenging, and engaging. In addition, that is what it means to be a 21st century teacher. Mr. Roberts sees teaching changing by the variety of information that is available. He sees change by the way we have basically substituted paper, pencil, and book for internet because of it's wonderful advanced ways of getting kids engaged. Honestly, I believe he is absolutely right because education has changed tremendously from the result of technology. I also think the transition is beneficial to our students success. Technology is assisting teachers and parents, and it even engages us, as well. Technology will definitely have a positive impact on the way I teach, because I will use it to my complete advantage.

Reading Rocket was indeed a great site to assist me when I become a teacher. According to, "Reading Rocket", it is defined as the national multimedia literacy initiative offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggle, and how caring adults can help. Now, I understand why Anthony Capps suggested it. Specifically, I read information on first year teacher self study course. I found this information to be beneficial for me since in the next year or so, I'll be a first year teacher. I also read, "back to school teacher tips". It is a booklet that helps when you have went through the summer and need to reiterate information concerning classroom management, structure, lesson plans, or great activities. The most helpful resource provided was definitely, "become a teacher: survival guide for new teachers". I thought this was relevant because you can read remarks from new teachers,co workers, and etc. This website was certainly a plus in my grade book, because it incorporated many helpful tools for student, teachers, principals, and other such important people that want our kids to grow up and succeed to improve the next generation.

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After reading and watching Practical Principals, Podcasting with 1st Grade, and Judy Scharf Podcast Collection,I gained a tremendous amount of knowledge on exactly how to make a purposeful podcast. I also learned the reasons why podcast are so effective, in which I will explain. More over, because of this preparation, I have great confidence and a better understanding of how to make an awesome podcast.

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Practical Principal, went in to depth about making music via Garage Band. Garage Band is a skill that is needed to enhance your podcast. It is quite entertaining, as well. Regardless, if you are a musician or just beginning you will find Garage Band to be useful.

Curriki by Judy Scharf Podcast Collection
This post consist of various elements of podcasting. The first is the general idea of what a podcast is, here is what I gathered:
-Podcast are presented in "radio style"
-Podcast can include music
-Podcast shares vital information
-Podcast are easy
Secondly, I gathered that teachers should use podcast rather often, because it facilitates learning. At the very end of the post there were many beneficial suggestions to follow. Before actually doing your podcast, you should prepare. You will have to learn how to work with programs that will be assisting you. Finally, watch other examples of podcast and always give proper attributions.

Langwitches Blog Podcasting With 1st Grade
This site was rather appealing to me because it really focuses on specific skills. Podcasting with 1st grade informed me that podcasting enrich students characters and implement excitement in learning. It is a good idea to stay organized while you do your podcast. The skills that Ms. Silvia Rosenthal Tolisano demonstrated was imperative. She uses listening skills, speaking skills, media skills, technology,etc. all from podcasting. Podcasting is a terrific way to convey learning!

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I read Dr. McLeod's post, "Don't Teach Your Kids This Stuff. Please?". This post actually stuck to my brain like a magnet on a refrigerator, because it is precise symbolism that satire and sarcasm illustrate. I explain further how in my class there will be a zero tolerance for this type of behavior. I understand as a teacher I will come across satire and sarcasm, and I am certain that I will handle it properly. I gave specific examples to ensure clarity. Ultimately satire and sarcasm gives out a misleading and discouraging signal. This is the exact opposite of what we are trying accomplish. The student/teacher would appreciate a direct, respectful approach when communicating so that everyone comprehends or succeeds.

Secondly, I read the post about plagiarism. This post taught me about effectively using pictures while blogging, or doing other such tasks. Honestly, I did not know how to give accurate attributions to pictures before EDM 310. In addition, I am glad that I'm finally learning how to give credit to the author of pictures that I use(d). In addition, I learned something new, and of great value. That post and this class, especially, has encouraged me to understand the title modifier code, so that I would prevent a situation like this from ever occurring.

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Technology in Special Education is a great video to watch, especially if you have had experience with students with disabilities, or will encounter these wonderful students. Apps can help facilitate teachers. Ms. Lacy Cook demonstrates with her class exactly how effective technology can be. She showed different students, with different diagnosis, and she demonstrates assistance to help them succeed.

Furthermore, apps are helpful tools for instance, the myHomework app. This app in particular would help accommodate a child with a speech difficulty. Like the video, it would allow the child to express himself better, as well as, it will captivate his/her attention. Some apps even enlarge pictures/letters and make lots of noises. They also help students write better. There are numerous dynamic apps today. In general technology helps all students learn regardless of there conditions. When I become a teacher I will most definitely utilize the various sorts of apps, to increase learning, to better communication, and exceed student's overall learning capabilities.

Gary's Watch the Social Media Count change every second when you click on this sentence., reminds me of the cliche',"strength in numbers". There are indeed strength in numbers when discussing technology and its rapid growth.Gary's Social Media Count includes previous stats and up to date stats of the progress of the World Wide Web. What does all these stats mean to me as a future educator? First, I knew technology was growing however, I didn't know the certain rate. This count informed me on exactly how fast, which in turn, allowed me to comprehend what type of advanced situations that I will inevitably face.

I really enjoyed A Vision of Students Today. What immediately snatched my attention was the question written on the back of a desk,"If these walls could talk". I just love the reality behind that underlying statement. What I witness on that particular video was creativity, what actually goes on, and the numbers behind the problem. The main focus of the video in my opinion is technology enhance the classroom if used properly.

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Did You Know? 3.0 - A John Strange 2012 Version was eye grabbing, and the music is extremely dramatic. In addition, there where many things that I read that I didn't know. It seems as though our country is struggling as a whole with IQs. Watching the video made me eager to want to learn how to speak a second language fluently. I would like to learn how to speak either Chinese or Spanish or both. Karl Fisch and Scott McLeod's video ,Did You Know 3.0, was quite similar. I believe the message was to give us knowledge of how we are doing as a country and to show how the web is blossoming rapidly. This information is particularly significant to future educators because we are the ones who have to accommodate for each aspect of change. The question that was posed, " So what does it all mean"? To me, it all means we should strive harder as educators to improve our approach with teaching, which in turn will improve our student's success overall.


Mr. Winkle Wakes was a cute video. While he was asleep time ascended and technology grew tremendously. So he woke and began to visit different places. Mr. Winkle soon began to realize that every where he went had advanced technology.This was just too much for him so he decided to visit a school, and ironic enough he found a comfortable place without all the "machines". The school was the only place he could find that made him comfortable,why? The point of this video demonstrates how we as future teachers should always keep up with society, because this is where we live. If we keep up with the real world then we can always be relevant as educators.

Ken Robinson,The Importance of Creativity, speaks about many significant aspects centered around human creativity, the future of education, and the capacity of children's learning ability. The best point made was kids will take chances, and they don't mind being wrong. On the other hand, adults lose this because they've been ridiculed so much that the desire to think differently is not there. Mr. Robinson explains we should use art, music, drama, and dance to engage learning. We as adults have to learn how to not be afraid of being wrong, because this is a key concept for creativity. I enjoyed all nineteen minutes and twenty nine seconds. Although he tell many jokes, which kept my attention, he has really great advice. For example Mr. Robinson states that we as teachers should produce university professors because they come out on top on the account of their curiosity. After watching his video I gathered that I should teach and apply diverse skills, dynamic skills, and distinctive skills.

A Vision for 21st Century Learning  was innovating.  The argument that was presented was student's need attention grabbing learning. On this video they used technology like a 3D video game that teaches history. As stated on the video students are not excited to learn about facts, or read text books. They are motivated when videos or other such advanced devices that grabs their attention.

Ms. Vicki Davis is a teacher in a rural city in Georgia. Harness Your Students’ Digital Smarts empowers students to connect to the entire world. She uses technology to her advantage. Ms. Davis is extremely positive and knows what it takes for her students to learn at their maximum capacity. In my opinion, Ms. Davis is an effective teacher because of her 21st century approach. Ms. Davis have many things to facilitate learning, such as a smart board and virtual life programs.