EDLD 5397 Week 5 Web Conference

I was unable to attend the web conference, and was disappointed that the web conference was not recorded.  But I was able to read the chat log and get all my questions answered.  The assignment this week was pretty much straight forward.  I only had some questions about the Professional Growth Plan, but reading over the chat log, I guess others had the similar questions.  So what I got from the log was that the Professional Growth Plan is a draft and we have to pick 2 or 3 goals or objectives that we want to accomplish in this program.  In writing our Professional Growth Plan we must follow the guidelines from written in our Leadership book.

EDLD 5397 Web Conference Week 3

I usually look forward to the web conferences because I feel at ease once some of the parts of the assignment are explained.   This week Professor Borel broke it down to us separately for those in the Principals Program and for those in the Technology Program.  She suggested that we (Technology) look through the 33 ISTE Standards and match activities we have already completed then fill in gaps.  Then match those activities to the 38 Principal Competencies, “double dip” as she says.  Then continue to fill gaps.  It’s comforting to know that she understands that most of us are busy with work and family and wants to make it as easy as possible for us by giving us suggestions and words of advice.  Now that the research paper is the focus, now I’m starting to feel overwhelmed, but I will get through this.   

EDLD 5363 Conference Reflection Week 5

I wasn't able to joing this weeks web conference but being able to listen to the recording and read the outline makes it convenient for those of use that couldn't make it to the web conference.  These conferences are useful in that if there is any question or clarifications we can get them answered quickly.  Such as the correction with 5.4 assignment, what our reflections should state, and what exactly needs to be turned in for the final week.  I was having trouble understanding 5.9 but got it cleared up when I heard the recording and Dr. Abernathy explaining what exactly had to be turned in for that part.  All in all I had a better understanding of this week and what is expected of me. 

EDLD 5363 Reflection (WK 2)

These week we had to create an audio or video podcast tutorial on a video editing software program.  I chose to use Windows Live Movie Maker.  I created a still shot video tutorial on how to edit a video.  I was trying to create a video  tutorial, but I was having trouble so still shots it was.  I enjoyed creating this video, because not only do I know how to use the software, I know how to teach someone how to use it.  It wasn't the best but it was good.  Just doing my research on this program, I learned some techniques that I can now use such as adding audio on top of each other, such as adding voice and music to the background.  I enjoyed this project very much.

EDLD 5363 Reflection/Web Conference (WK 1)

I can't believe how much I have learned from my courses.  I've learned how to use audio and editing software such as Movie Maker to create a photostory, podcasts, and videos in general.  Now that I know how to use these technology tools, now I have to incorporate them into my curriculum, which is the hard part.  Coming up with ways to use these tools in a math class has been harder than expected.  I will continue to look for ideas and try them with my students and get their feedbacks.  I can't wait.

I attended the first web conference, which was very informative.  Dr. Abernathy was able to answer everyone's questions and pass down information that was useful to our photostory project for week one.  I enjoy this conferences because if there is a question we can get it answered right then and there.  This course has seemed a little more confusing than other courses, so having these constant web conferences helps when one is stuck, like I have.  I'll continue to join these web conferences as they become available.

As I continue to conduct my research (Technology in the Classroom) I have created my class website.  It's still in the process of improvements, but so far it has been easy.  One of my colleagues recommended http://www.weebly.com/ to create my website.  This website creator has been easy to use and also fun to create. The best part is, it is free.  You may upgrade at a price for more features, but so far I have not needed any other feature.  Here is a link to my page, if you would like to see what I so far have created.

http://www.mrsag.weebly.com/. 

I'm hoping my students access it over their spring break.  With state testing around the corner, they received release questions to review and to help them out, I posted videos from khanacademy.com with solutions to help them along the way.  I'll keep you all posted on what my students thought about the website. 

Action Research Plan (Revision 1)

Beronica Alvarez EDLD 5301 ET 8044 Goal:  What are the effects of integrating technology into the math classroom on student performance and student motivation?
Action Steps	Person(s) Responsible	Timeline: Start/End	Needed Resources	Evaluation
Request a class set of laptops	Beronica Alvarez	August 2012	API, Ben Webster	Receive approval
Survey students on their thoughts about math	Beronica Alvarez	June 2012	Students	Review data data post on blog
Survey students on their use of technology	Beronica Alvarez	August 2012 – December 2012	Survey Students (sample group)	Review data and post on my blog
Survey teachers on their use of technology in the classroom	Beronica Alvarez	August 2012 – December 2012	Survey Participating teachers	Review data and post on my blog
Meet with principal to discuss what technology is available for students	Beronica Alvarez	August 2012 – December 2012	Yvette Meneses, principal	Receive approval of technology for students
Create a series of videos for students to access for further tutorials	Beronica Alvarez Derrick Soohoo	August 2012 – May 2013	Videos Jing Promethean board	Reflect on outcome of videos and feedback from students
Create a class website for student and parent access	Beronica Alvarez	August 2012- December 2012	Blackboard Weebly.com	View web content and make sure its accessible to all students and parents
Create lessons that require the use of technology tools	Beronica Alvarez Derrick Soohoo	August 2012 – May 2013	Referrals	Review outcome of lesson, ask feedback from students
Compile a list of free or affordable technology resources and distribute to teachers as a reference guide	Beronica Alvarez Derrick Soohoo	August 2012 – May 2013	Hotlist (created by Derrick Soohoo) Internet	Request feedback from teachers
Compare student performance from previous years with no technology to current year with technology	Beronica Alvarez	August 2012 –May 2013	Previous years student scores on common assessments	Review data and post on blog