Ten Questions at end of term!

Jon Robbins

1.I would first explain what i thought tech integration was. I think that tech integration is combining aspects of a given curriculum into technology such as computers etc;. I think that hybrid courses best describe this because it is a perfect example of how classroom material is put into use with technology. The instructors can put lessons, discussions, test, quiz's and other forms of the class on the web for those enrolled to view and use without being in the classroom.

2. I would take the notes that we were given via lecture from our instructor and make a video about them. I would then post them on my blog for all to view. This is basically taking a lecture that i have been given and putting it on the computer for viewers affected to view. Dr. Jon Beedle gave us a lecture on different web browsers orally in class. We were to then go to each of the browsers and expirement with them. I would make a video and/or power point and post it on my blog for those who were supposed to see it.

3. Hardware-mouse/Software-glencoe(typing program)/Browser-internet explorer/Search engine-dog pile or google/Spreadsheet program-microsoft excel/Database program-microsoft access

4.I would have to say that the sexting lecture that we were given about the boy facing jail time was of upmost importance. I feel that text messaging is a large part of our youth (of varying age levels to be considered youth)and others is text messaging. It is a preferred way of communication and i think that it will only grow in popularity and should be taken very seriously. The rules should be clear cut to maybe prevent this type of thing from happening again. I also feel that the copyright laws are very important. In school we are taught to be creative and utilize our ideas to the fullest and i think that the security of our ideas and inventions is key.

5.Yes i do. i feel that working with others being selected at random is good. It allows everyone to be exposed to other people and pov's. This has the potential to broaden horizons and give some people to formulate new thoughts and opinions. My other point is certain levels of content knowledge regarding the lab. I"E" if one student does not know something maybe the other one does or they can help each other to find the answer. This can create bonds that can formulate into many types of friendships and that makes the classroom more comfortable.

6.I like how we all did the going green assignment. I think that outside the classroom if we were give an opportunity to pursue our GG ideas to some degree could show benefit because it allows us as students to put our thoughts into actions.

7.Type a copy of twitter rules and give to the class and allow them to sign a master copy of yours so that if a rule is broken knowledge of the rule is documented. I would also do research on the Twitter malfunctions that we had this year and see if they could be corrected or avoided to ensure that it was more useful in the future.

8. Concept maps- i feel that concept maps are a fantastic way of organizing thoughts and ideas in an easy to understand format in order to put thoughts on paper. I feel that organization is key in most situations and should be taken seriously when implemented.

9. I think that common error messages that occur on cpu's should be discussed. Everyday users across the world see error messages and don't understand what they mean or what they may or may not be clicking i think that a whole lesson on this could be beneficial.

10. This may seem stupid to some but i think that ""Ctrl-t"" was the most beneficial for me. Until i got enrolled int this class i would always minimize my screen and go back to my internet browser and reopen. This often took very long and made me angry. With control t i just go to as many different tabs as i wish without having to back up.