The Participate module has prepared me to meet the iNacol standards by providing me with opportunities to create, research and reflect about online education on a deeper level.
The TOOL course is designed in a way that I am constantly planning, designing and incorporating strategies to encourage active learning, application, interaction, participation, and collaboration in the online environment. I have learned how to design a Piktochart and an Emaze presentation; both tools are used to engage learners. Depending on the specific instructions, students are able to use these tools for active learning, application, interaction, participation, and/or collaboration in the online environment. Using new tools to complete the TOOL assignments supports Standard C. Participate 3 - Digital Resources and Netiquette assignment supports Standard E as it is a digital pamphlet to teach students netiquette to provide a safe learning environment. The assignment for Participate 4 - Digital Rights and Responsibilities supported Standard E by encouraging legal, ethical and safe behaviors. Contracts can be used to guide students' technology uses and set the expectations. Creating a blog is an excellent way to demonstrate Standard J. A blog is a tool used to communicate your thought and views to other of the same interest. I have spent a lot of time collaborating/looking at peer examples of blog, presentations and sites related to online education and student success. The blog I created is a professional blog used to increase student success in online education. Technology uses and digital safety are my main takeaways from the Participate module. I plan to complete courses on Code Academy to help me become a better QA analyst and to help me become a computer science teacher. I know I could take the certification add on test. However, I want to improve my programming skills first to make me more competitive. Bookmarking is another strategy that I think will be useful. I will encourage my students to create Bookmarking sites to share and to help them stay organized. I will also encourage my students to be aware of digital safety and foster good digital habits. All of the lessons were beneficial to my professional growth. The lesson on the Ideal DLC was the most beneficial to me because I learn a lot about the different DLCs. I also like the video lesson on DNS. The way the internet works is amazing.
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The results of my research of level of access to digital resources aligns with my beliefs that technology provide students with access to opportunities and … a human right!
Having taught at Title 1 school, I know how the barriers impede students' opportunities. Some of students were homeless and others did not have lights in their homes. We as educators can not assume that all students can get internet at home. Even the students will internet access may have limited access to a computer or restricted access. It is our jobs as educators to find creative ways to eliminate the barriers. This may call for extended tutorials or meeting students at the local library or bookstore. In QA, we spend a lot of time at our desk working on computers. I gained 20 pounds my first year at the non teaching job. It is easy to sit at your desk and lose track of time. Unfortunately, my digital calendar in Outlook is overcrowded. I could not imagine using multiple calendars resources. Instead, I have explored the different activity reminder apps. They have apps for mobile devices and desktop apps. I found a site with a few apps that I like to share. I am all for the free apps and think a combination of apps would be most useful for me. I can imagine using the reminders to step away from desk, drink water and take a deep breathe to ensure the most balance blend of technology and well being. I am currently using the Stand Up! The Work Break Timer app.I think students and teachers should think out side of the box when creating learning opportunities. Students are given choices when assigned projects. It would be cool if those projects involved less computer research and more time spent learning from the world. Teachers should be creative with their lesson plans. They should require that students move around more. For example, use QR codes to teach a history lesson. Place the codes throughout the school campus. In math class, have students record race times to make calculations or convert measurements. Lastly, adults should lead by example; modeling how to get the most from technology while simultaneously safeguarding good health.
Students and parents should sign a technology contract with details about digital rights and responsibilities. The contract would be an accountable tool to ensure that the community have access to an environment where an AUP protects members as well as the community itself, where individuals uphold laws, and a cooperative/collective venture provides robust, safe, and ethical resources and opportunities for learning
Open Communication is an essential to establishing and maintaining a flourishing DLC where citizens understand, observe, and are inclined to willingly support and ultimately benefit from Digital Rights and Responsibilities. The school leaders should create ways (surveys or brainstorming groups) to allow all stakeholders to communicate what they expect from the DLC and how to improve it on an ongoing basis. If the students and teachers feel that they have a voice they will actively and responsibly participant in the DLC.
Consider what would be needed to create an ideal digital learning community. What would be needed to bring such a vision to fruition? What can one do to make an existing DLC more attractive to and welcoming for students and teachers?
How about Pinterest as DLC?
What is the name of the DLC joined and the reason why the DLC was the most intriguing? What traits made the DLCs explored more noticeable or impressive than the others? What is the DLC like? What can Digital Citizens do to make the process of joining a DLC more appealing to and easier for students?
Fostering good citizenship has always been at the heart of education. The Digital Age has not changed that. Be respectful, responsible and kind are three character traits associated with an exemplary digital citizen. These traits are worthy of recognition and emulation because they require you to THINK before you post!
Having respect for yourself and others is critical to being a exemplary digital citizen. Things that you post are meant to be seen…by the world. Your post are apart of your brand… seen as a reflection of you.
Be responsible and kind. Your digital footprint can have negative affect on your future. Colleges and companies are making decisions about you based on your posts.
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