Technology Self-Assesment 2.0 (Nets 1)

Nets I

       On the 2.0 site I took an assessment to show where I am when it comes to incorporating technology into the classroom.  My results are posted below and as you can see there is definitely room for improvemnet when it comes to me and technology. :)

     

           I choose to explore the results of Nets 1 and "Google Groups".  Google groups is a very helpful tool for not only teachers and students but also could be very valuable in the business world.  Google groups allows you to have conversations over email or the web.  It is a way to stay connected to people in your group and collaborate on things. You can start discussions within your group and keep in contact with what there doing. You can also have different groups for different things.  You might want one group for fellow classmates and a separate group for people on your sports team.

          I think that this is a great tool to know how to use especially in a classroom.  Students can engage with other classmates and clarify things that they may not understand.  It gives them the environment to collaborate on ideas and help each other.  Also for teachers it is a great way for them to pass on ideas and give each other feedback on classroom activities. Nets 1 is all about inspiring students learning and creativity.  This is a great tool to share with students to help them illuminate their own thinking, planning and creative processes!

Introducing Sara Johnson

Hey Everyone,

  I'm Sara and I am 24 years old.  I am a senior at CSUSM and am hoping to graduate in the fall. I am happily married to my high school sweetheart and we are now expecting our first child.  :) So there are lots of changes headed our way which we are very excited about. When I was younger I lived in the Long beach area and attended k-3rd grades their at Bonita Elementary.  After that we moved to Vista and have been here ever since.  I attended Monte Vista Elementary School, Lincoln Middle school and than Rancho Buena Vista High school in 2004.  Right after high school I enrolled into Palomar and have been taking college courses ever since.  In 2008 I transferred to csusm and was originally an accounting major.  I figured out that accounting wasn't for me and decided to switch my major to liberal studies. :)

    When it comes to me and technology I am probably considered behind on a lot of it.  I have a PC that I usually only really use for school.  I know how to do basic things and everything that I need to get by.  I have never used a mac before so it is very different for me.  So it may take me some time to get use to.  Also blogging is extremely new to me but I am very excited to learn more about it and get more up to date.
 
       The csusm mission statement didn't really have an affect on my decision to enter this program.  Honestly its because I have never read it until now.  After reading it though I definitely feel secure in my decision.  I think that the statement shows the dedication of the school and teachers to educate up coming teachers to the best of their ability.  Also expressing the commitment towards student-centered education, diversity, collaboration, professionalism and shared governance is all important for the future of education.  There is always room for advancement in the world of education and I think it relies a lot on future teachers.