Voki Video Reflection

Throughout this year course, Teaching w/ Technology has been a true self learning experience because of the new Web 2. 0 tools I experimented with in order to accomplish  certain goals within my group.  I have much respect and praise for my team members.  Even though we had different perspectives, we were able to accomplish our common goal for this course.  

SMARTboard Meeting

Yesterday,  I had a webinar with the SMART tech representatives, along with  my site supervisor.  It was a very productive meeting.  My principal was able to ask all of the necessary questions about the technology.  The teachers main concern about the SMARTboards would the be conducive and durable if one of the students hit the boards.  The other concern was the expense of the interactive board.  The reps also discussed portable boards because she thought it would be better if she purchased portable board so they could be shared amongst the teachers.   But some of the teachers truly preferred  the MOBI boards compared to the SMARTboards.   Once the webinar concluded, I had a private meeting with my principal and the financial officer about which product would be feasible for the teachers and students.  They are also considering the Apple TV system, therefore it's up in the air about which path they will go.  Lastly, we will be attended a  MOBI workshop on Wednesday, September 26 th, because my principal wants to see how the program works in a classroom setting.   I am pleased my project is moving forward.  Stay tune for more updates.

MOBI Technology Rocks !!

On Monday, September 17,  2012 the eInstruction representative came to my site school with a presentation on the MOBI interactive whiteboard.  It was fascinating to learn about the different aspects of this interactive whiteboard.  The board itself is the size of a tablet and you do all of work from the board.  In my opinion its better for classroom management because the teacher is not attached to the SMART board.  With the MOBI  the teacher is able to walk around the classroom and observe which students are on or off task.  It had some excellent features and it's compatible with all types of software.

The teacher seem to be pleased with the MOBI presentation and the school technology specialist thought is would be perfect fit.  As for my principal she wanted to see how the MOBI worked in a classroom setting before she makes her finally decision.  Today my principal contacted other school that just recently purchased the program, in order for us to see how they implement it within their school.  For the most part the teacher truly enjoyed the presentation and they were eager to learn about new technology for their school.  Even though the presentation was on Monday, they are still talking about the MOBI and when can they get it.  The final decision is up to the CEO and principal of the school but  I know they are leaning towards getting the system.

MOBI VIEW ROCKS !!!!

Context Clues

Context Clues by Flo willia2 on GoAnimate

Animated Presentations - Powered by GoAnimate.

I enjoy using the GoAnimate website to create new videos. This is an excellent tool for teachers to implement in their class, especially if you want to foster the creative side of your students. It's kid friendly, if they can work a PSP or Wii they can surely work on GoAnimate website. This website will help them to express their love for technology along with create mini videos with a variety of characters.

eBook creation

Here's a pic of my character C.C.



Here a copy of my eBook creation.  The illustrations were created by yours truly, the ebook was created on the UDL Book Builder website.

http://bookbuilder.cast.org/view.php?op=share&book=ee40e622968e05173eaeda3270a62359&sid=9556

Reflection

This has been a interesting semester, I was feeling a little lost, but with support from my group members I feel like have can accomplish my goal.  I learned a great deal about myself and this journey that I am on.  In order for me to continue on this  journey, I just remember the bible scripture, --' I can do all things through Christ who strengthen me.' Philippians 4:13   This is just one of many scripture that keeps me going, if I didn't have my faith, I 'm not sure how I could carry on.  Having the support of others in wonderful but you also need faith in God and yourself.  If I can't believe in myself or my skills then how can I achieve my goals.  All things (my faith in God and my skills) are interconnected therefore I can't have one without the other. I  know this has nothing to do with technology or my action research plan but it's important to put things in perspective.