Chapter 5

In Chapter 5, they talked about integrating digital media and educational software. Digital media was discussed in Chapter 1 and in this chapter, it discusses how to integrate it into the classroom. Digital media software is any computer-based presentation or application software that uses multimedia elements. Digital media software includes interaction, so some of this software is called interactive digital media. This allows users to move through information at their own pace. By adding graphics and other interactive things to a website, the user can learn things more quickly and in a fun, new way.

I learned about Wiki's this week and how useful they can be. Not only can you present your opinions/information, you can look at other people's information and comment on it. It is a form of interactive digital media in a way because you could use that in the classroom to get students to reply to an article. I also learned about creating websites.

I think that Wiki's should be used more often, especially in middle and high schools. It is a fun way to have the students feel like they are in charge of something. And it seems like a better way to read about different articles rather than just read them in class.

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Blog #4

In chapter 2, it talks about all the different assistive technologies that are out there as far as the internet goes. There are so many benefits of using the internet. Teachers and parents can communicate and students can talk with the teacher easier as well. The internet makes searching for information easier as well. Especially with Google, teachers, as well as students, can find just what they're looking for and more.

I have always searched with Google and used it to look up dumb things. But in class, I learned that there are easier ways to find specific information instead of just typing on the home page. I think that will make things a lot easier when I have to write a paper in the future. Google is an amazing thing! I also learned the real names of some abbreviated internet terms I use all the time.

I think that the virtual field trip that I found is so cool! If there's something you discuss during class, but it's too dangerous or too far away, just knowing what website to go to can be a great way to teach students. If some of my teachers did that instead of doing boring lectures, I would be traveling around the world right now! With technology getting more and more advanced, and kids attention spans getting shorter, I think it is a great way to teach!