Thinking of ePortfolios? Take a peek at these slides and multiple links including the accompanying audio broadcast at Classroom 2.0
Monday, October 12, 2009
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Microsoft Security Essentials
Finally, a free and effective antivirus alternative for Windows-based PC's and it's about time. Microsoft has finally released their own antivirus application and from what I've read thus far, its a winner! Even if you have a prepaid (Norton, McAfee, etc.) or free (AVG, Avast, etc.), why not give Microsoft's a try. Here's a link to Paul Thurrott's review on his SuperSite for Windows
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Medieval Help Desk
We've all done it. From time to time we all need tech support for that "new" technology that has creeped into your world. Some folks more than others. But I believe there are many calls to tech support (Help Desk) that are unnecessary and, quite frankly, silly. So we all know what a tech support call in 2009 might look like but how would it be handled during Medieval times. Watch the video below and see if you can see how far we have advanced...
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Git 'er Done
This summer I took two graduate courses at the University of Maine which were quite challenging but rewarding. In the first one, Computers and Cooperative Learning, I watched a video that made me re-think how to address students who fail to pass in assignments and are quite content with a "zero". After viewing the video and subsequent blog discussions with classmates, I decided to initiate a "no zero" policy this year. Here's the video.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Classroom 2.0 Live Webcasts
Greetings,
Awhile back I subscribed to a educational website called Classroom 2.0. This site, and many others, were created via a social network known as Ning (for example I'm a member of ACTEM, Tech4ME, and others). All content through Ning is free and can be managed with just a single email account. That being said, several times a month, Classroom 2.0 present live webcasts covering a variety of technological tools that can be used in the classroom. These webcasts take place at noon on Saturdays.
You have two options to view the webcasts: Live and recorded. Either way you choose, the first time you navigate to a webcast, you'll need to make sure you install Java (if you already use your PC or Mac to access PowerSchool, you should be all set). Once done, you'll select Elluminate Live! and the application will launch.
If you visit during the live webcast, you are encouraged to join the conversation so you'll need a headset (headphones and mic). They will use a whiteboard as well as other interactive tools. For beginners, they explain how the tools work at the beginning of each broadcast. If you choose to view the recorded session, just select Archive from the top navigation bar. Choose a month from right menu and select Recording (Full) from a webcast description. You'll then launch the Java application. Everything will be the same but you won't be able to interact.
There are a number of intersting topics that you may find interesting for student and teachers alike (Digital Storytelling, blogging, VoiceThread, Wikis, and much more). Check it out at Classroom 2.0 Live!
Awhile back I subscribed to a educational website called Classroom 2.0. This site, and many others, were created via a social network known as Ning (for example I'm a member of ACTEM, Tech4ME, and others). All content through Ning is free and can be managed with just a single email account. That being said, several times a month, Classroom 2.0 present live webcasts covering a variety of technological tools that can be used in the classroom. These webcasts take place at noon on Saturdays.
You have two options to view the webcasts: Live and recorded. Either way you choose, the first time you navigate to a webcast, you'll need to make sure you install Java (if you already use your PC or Mac to access PowerSchool, you should be all set). Once done, you'll select Elluminate Live! and the application will launch.
If you visit during the live webcast, you are encouraged to join the conversation so you'll need a headset (headphones and mic). They will use a whiteboard as well as other interactive tools. For beginners, they explain how the tools work at the beginning of each broadcast. If you choose to view the recorded session, just select Archive from the top navigation bar. Choose a month from right menu and select Recording (Full) from a webcast description. You'll then launch the Java application. Everything will be the same but you won't be able to interact.
There are a number of intersting topics that you may find interesting for student and teachers alike (Digital Storytelling, blogging, VoiceThread, Wikis, and much more). Check it out at Classroom 2.0 Live!
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Maine Community Heritage Project (MCHP)
The Maine Historical Society, in partnership with the Maine State Library, is seeking Maine communities to participate in the 2009-2010 program cycle of the Maine Community Heritage Project (MCHP), an innovative program that promotes collaboration between local schools, historical societies, and public libraries through the exploration and celebration of local history. The MCHP grows out of the Maine Memory Network ([ http://www.mainememory.net ]http://www.mainememory.net), the Maine Historical Society's nationally recognized statewide digital museum, and is supported by a National Leadership Grant from the Institute of Museum & Library Services.
The MCHP is a year-long program designed to mobilize Maine communities around the exploration and sharing of their local history. Each participating community will build a website on the Maine Memory Network that gathers and radically expands access to historical images, documents, and information related to the history of their community.
Applications from local partnership teams—each of which must include a local school (grades 6-12), library, and historical organization are now being accepted. Eight communities will be selected to participate in the program which will run from July 2009-June 2010. Participating communities will receive extensive training in digitization, access to powerful yet user-friendly online tools, guidance and support from full-time project staff, and funds of up to $7,500 to support project activities. All Maine communities are eligible to apply. The application deadline is: April 9.
For an application, or to learn more about the MCHP, please visit http://[ http://www.mainememory.net/mchp ]www.mainememory.net/mchp or contact Kristie Littlefield by email at: [ mailto:klittlefield@mainehistory.org ]klittlefield@mainehistory.org or by calling (207) 653-9287.
The MCHP is a year-long program designed to mobilize Maine communities around the exploration and sharing of their local history. Each participating community will build a website on the Maine Memory Network that gathers and radically expands access to historical images, documents, and information related to the history of their community.
Applications from local partnership teams—each of which must include a local school (grades 6-12), library, and historical organization are now being accepted. Eight communities will be selected to participate in the program which will run from July 2009-June 2010. Participating communities will receive extensive training in digitization, access to powerful yet user-friendly online tools, guidance and support from full-time project staff, and funds of up to $7,500 to support project activities. All Maine communities are eligible to apply. The application deadline is: April 9.
For an application, or to learn more about the MCHP, please visit http://[ http://www.mainememory.net/mchp ]www.mainememory.net/mchp or contact Kristie Littlefield by email at: [ mailto:klittlefield@mainehistory.org ]klittlefield@mainehistory.org or by calling (207) 653-9287.
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