WiKiS ~ WOW

What are Wikis? (What I Know Is)
Wikis are web pages that can be edited, by anyone
They can be used to support all areas of the curriculum.
They would add a fun dimension to any classroom.
“WIKI ~an opportunity to involve students more directly in the intellectual work of the world.”

Here are some sites to check out:

http://primaryweb2.wikispaces.com/wikis
Mrs. Cassidy’s Grade 1/2 Dinosaur Wiki
http://room2-wiki6.wikispaces.com/
http://plantproject.wetpaint.com/page/Growing+Wheat

Wikis in Plain English

Photo Scavenger Hunt

Photo scavenger hunts are a great learning activity. We had to capture parallel lines, globe, circle, rectangle etc. I t was interesting how after a few minutes the world around me turned into shapes and patterns. I am looking forward to using this activity in the classroom. Digital cameras can be used to take photos of sets, colors, collections. Etc. I think this is something students will really enjoy. Watching slide shows of field trips or other class projects will be a nice summary and reinforcement of what the students learn.

Thank you IT guys!

I got my computer back today!
It is like coming home ~ so nice.
The Help Desk really is very helpful.

RSS Feeds~

We were taught about RSS Feeds (Really Simple Syndication) in class. To find some I just typed the subject along with "RSS Feed" in my google search box and a whole list of feeds appeared. It was fun visiting sites to see which ones to include on my blog. The thing I like about RSS Feeds is they bring the information to me ~ updated without me thinking about it.
While searching I realized I have been enjoying RSS Feeds for years-- they are the gadgets on my google homepage ~ I just didn't know what they were--

Computer Rx

The Help Desk is great!
Without them I would be paying Geek Squad or someone,
I guess their expertise is a benefit of being a student!
They are going to resurrect my computer. They said the smart board software didn't load correctly and caused problems. after trying all the 'simple" options they are now going to back up my files and set it back to factory settings--
It will take two days!
Thank goodness there are other computers available. ~ I may have to recreate my artifacts.
But this is all possible.
Life is good.

First Day of Class Online

I have heard stories of having class onlineand today it was my turn. I enjoyed it. There were some Tech difficulties but Dr. Davis calm attitude was reassuring that it was alright,
Even Bill Gates has tech problems.
Although I was on a borrowed computer, everything went fine from my end and I was able to watch and learn.
Today was a good example of how to handle problems in the classroom.
Good to know!