Thing #23

The site called Learning 2.0 - 23 Things for Teachers was created from Stephen Abram's 43 Things.

Although our Librarian has discussed fair use many times at the beginning of each school year, I found the video quite informative. I know that getting permission is very important. It is not that difficult for certain items. I created a 20th wedding anniversary CD and needed to use the song that was song. Because I did not have the singer's rendition, I needed the original song. So I contacted the studio. Once they found out it was not for commerical use and only going to be on 1 CD, they gave permission.

It is easy for some teachers to justify their copies. But doing what is right is right.

Thing #22

http://quikonnex.com/channel/view/eMediaTouch-ComedyClip

The above is the podcast I listened to. I love humor, especially the Brooklyn Sense of Humor. I'm married to one.

I felt the Educational Podcast Directory would be the most beneficial. After looking at the other lists, I felt I had to be careful what I opened.

I would love to create a podcast.

I'm not sure if I would subscribe yet. Maybe down the road.

Thing #21

This was fun!

Thing #20

I love sports. When I saw this on YouTube, I knew this is what I wanted to add to my blog.

Thing #19

I joined TeacherPop. I was told I had to wait until the administration approved my entry. I am excited about using the blog on this site. I'm hoping to find other READ 180 teachers.

Thing #18

Wow! I've heard so much about My Space and then Facebook came along. I couldn't believe it when I received two requests on my email to join Facebook so I could see my friends' photos. So I was able to kill three birds with one Facebook page! I enjoyed signing up and filling out my profile. Then I went through several lists to add friends and family members to my page. I'm really grateful for this assignment.

I feel educators need to know the good and bad about social networking. Then they can watch for signs from their students and try to head off disasters. On the other hand, it is a good way to bridge generation gaps. When younger people see that you are willing to learn "their" technology, they are willing to open up to you more.

What I liked about Facebook is:
the ability to IM
find people you've lost track of
safety features

My Space does not have the safety features that Facebook has.

Some classrooms could use these tools, though precaution would have to be exercised.

Thing #17

I really enjoyed finding out more information about how to organize sites. One of these booklets will make a wonderful addition to my personal computer. I can see great potential for educational purposes. For Social Studies, finding interactive sites for the different subjects being taught can be time consuming. With booklets, you don't have to worry about where you saw it last, or searching for the site in your favorites on the tool bar. It might take a while to set it up and add what you already have, but it would be worth the time.