Chapter three discusses many aspects of a computer that make the lives of thousands of people easier. Application software helps users in many different activities. Educators can use application software to record grades, take notes for class, teach students to do the same, and refer to many different educational elements. Application software includes the paint program under the Windows XP which can be very helpful to students. These programs help users to complete specific tasks. Application software includes productivity business software, graphic design software, communication software, such as e-mail which is constantly used throughout school systems, home software and most important to me, school software.
Productivity software is a type of application software that has been especially helpful to me during my schooling. Learning to create charts, add in clip art, borders, etc. has helped during science reports to make it easier and more efficient way to report facts. Understanding the basics of such software, such as the wordprocessing and spreadsheets can better help us as future teachers to teach our students an easier way of displaying information. Graphic software and multimedia software can create fun activities in the classroom and allow for more visual teaching. It is often easier to understand by using specific references such as a video and/or grade book software. Such application programs can create a fun and easier classroom.
Since my last post, I have continued more about word using the SAM program. I am beginnng to think I am was not as computer savvy as I had thought and am learning more everytime I practice. Learning the specifics about word will especially help me in the classroom to quickly and effectivly create newsletters and documents to report information. I am excited to continue to learn about the ins and outs of the program.
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Monday, July 2, 2007
Post #2
The Internet and the World Wide Web has completely changed the lives of most people. It creates a way to communicate, shop, and educate. Chapter two reviews different internet services which help people around the world communicate. Chat rooms, e-mails, blogs, message boards, etc. have changed the face of the internet. It has helped me to understand and communicate with those miles and miles away. Search tools, suchs as google and ask jeeves has provided a way for anyone to find, learn, and understand anything that comes to mind. If it's cooking, shopping, looking for a deserted island off the coast of Tailand, anything, it can be found using these tools.
In the past, I have never used a blog. I didn't see the point in telling others exactly what I do on a daily basis, and I have to admitt, I just didn't care to learn how to post a blog. Since my last posting I have learned more on how to post blogs and understand that it can be very useful. I would like to acquire new skills on blogging itself so that I may later use it in the classroom to communicate with my future students. I think it would be great to be able to have writing assignments due online using a website such as www.bloggers.com. Students would be able to read and learn from other students writing style's, ask questions and chat about assignments.
I have started to commmute from Destin, FL and am just realizing the difficulty of driving back and forth. I had to make the trip today, and am very surprised I didnt' get a speeding ticket trying to make it to class on time. I have to drive back tonight to work this week, but am very excited about the 4th!!! No class and no driving! Yay!
In the past, I have never used a blog. I didn't see the point in telling others exactly what I do on a daily basis, and I have to admitt, I just didn't care to learn how to post a blog. Since my last posting I have learned more on how to post blogs and understand that it can be very useful. I would like to acquire new skills on blogging itself so that I may later use it in the classroom to communicate with my future students. I think it would be great to be able to have writing assignments due online using a website such as www.bloggers.com. Students would be able to read and learn from other students writing style's, ask questions and chat about assignments.
I have started to commmute from Destin, FL and am just realizing the difficulty of driving back and forth. I had to make the trip today, and am very surprised I didnt' get a speeding ticket trying to make it to class on time. I have to drive back tonight to work this week, but am very excited about the 4th!!! No class and no driving! Yay!
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Post #1
-Chapter one informed me about basic computers and key terms. It explains different types of computers and how administrators in school systems can use technology effectively. Princpals, students, and other educators can benefit by learning these basic skills.
-I entered the class a day late, but today I have learned how the SAM system works. I learned to set up an account and will be working on the skills and practice tests soon.
-Entering the class late has put me behind, but hopefully I will catch up soon. I'm not looking forward to purchasing this expensive book and cd, but I have no choice. I have to start catching up, but I am going out of town and dont have much time.
-I entered the class a day late, but today I have learned how the SAM system works. I learned to set up an account and will be working on the skills and practice tests soon.
-Entering the class late has put me behind, but hopefully I will catch up soon. I'm not looking forward to purchasing this expensive book and cd, but I have no choice. I have to start catching up, but I am going out of town and dont have much time.
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