This is How we Dream

I thought both of the video's were very interesting. " This is how we dream Part 1 and Part 2." He was trying to make an important point that you no longer have to search newspapers or go to the library to do research. All the information you need can be found on the internet, or as he says, " all the riches of the world as far as research are stored on the web."

He also discussed in these videos about his love for books and how he grew up around books. He even wrote a book that you can now buy on Amazon for 59 cents, but you can read it on the web for free. The world is changing drastically! People are no longer reading and writing, they are listening and watching. I know I would much rather have visual information if I had a choice out of seeing and reading.

I think the web is very useful. You can do so many things on the web as far as research, films, podcast, and so much more. You can even earn a degree online without ever stepping foot into a classroom. I think it is very important for the world to become technological literate, not just students and teachers. I think being technologically literate is an advantage and can open up a world of opportunities.

Comment for kids week 5 10/7

Did you know that Feb 23rd was a holiday? Well you do now it's,"Dance Your Heart Out Day." I really enjoyed commenting on this blog. I thought it was cute how the student made up their own holiday doing something they like to do... Dancing!

Comments for kids week 5 9/30

I just commented on a short blog welcoming me to rocker108's blog. I'm glad I got a chance to comment on this blog to encourage the student to keep up the good work!

Comment for kids week 4

Have you ever heard of, "The Little Red Riding Hood"? If so, what about her brother, "Big Blue Riding Cap". I just commented on a kid retelling the story of, "The Little Red Riding Hood". I really enjoyed reading and commenting on this blog post.

iPods in Instruction

I viewed this web page Duke iPods. The page discussed the following: The academic uses of iPods, the benefit of academic iPod use, the problems incountered with academic iPod use, and Institutional impacts of the iPod project. I found that the iPod could be very useful if used correctly, but could be a headache if not.

Me personally, I think I would love to use iPods in instruction here at South Alabama. I understand that learning how to use iPods in instruction could be a challenge at first, but the end result would be rewarding. Just think you could listen to lectures over and over, especially the difficult portions you may have problems with.

I do think some students would abuse the use of recorded lectures. Either the students would sleep through lectures,(in class or in the bed) or they would simply just cut class, because they know they could listen to the lectures later at their conveince. Overall I like the idea of using iPods in instruction, but as we see there are pro's and con's to it as there are pro's and con's to everything. Just make sure the pros' outweigh the con's!

iTunes U

After I watched the presentation about iTunes U Don't Waste Your Time, I realized their is so much more to iTunes than music and movies. It has audio and video content that you can take wherever you like on your iPod or iPhone. Everything in iTunes U comes from reliable resouces and the information is free.

To me iTunes is like a University that you can attend for free and learn about any subject matter that maybe interesting to you. You do not have to go a hour long class and listen to lectures to hear this information. All you have to do is download to your iPhone or iPod and listen to the podcast whenever and where ever it's convienient for you. I thing iTunes U is a very good website that a lot of people should take advantage of. I know I will!

An iPhone gets Zipcar drivers on their way!

I visited this website and was shocked to see what all the iPhone can do. I knew it was famous for navigation, games, and roadside assistance. I had no idea it could lock and unlock a car and start the engine. This makes you wonder what will the next iPhone be capable of doing?

I don't think people really understand how important it is to keep up with the latest technology. The world is advancing in technology with or without you. I must admit I was not a big fan of technology until I started taking EDM310, but the more I find out about technology the more I want to know and learn. I am very grateful for having to take this class!