Technology Testings 11/16/2011v LAb

1) Of today my favorite tool would be the Ipad, the graphics are quick and catchy, typing on it isn't as difficult as my Iphone, so students could quickly type on it. I think the Ipad (with an Ipod combination) would be useful with students, except for the fact that you cant restrict applications so if you have fun educational games on the Ipod students cant be clocked from using it (unless you mass sync the apps witch is possible).

2) The flip camera I would not use at all. I think that its one function is not enough for me to want to buy it. I had recorded a video on it with audio and a video on my Iphone with audio and the flip cameras video was very grany and audio was muffled, while my iphone have a clear video and good (decent Audio). I figure that say you have a class room st of technology you should (for easy) try to get the device that does it all, which is apple (in my opinion) if I wanted students to record videos I would have them do it off the Ipods because of the beter quality and it being more user friendly.

3&4) with music it is hard to say because if it was a regular day I may just use something to record the class but on a theory day I would use Ipad/Ipods. I think if the teacher had an Ipad and the students had Ipods there has to be an app where they can type questions they have and submit answers for a verbal quiz type of deal. also they could open Piano apps and hear what chords and chord progressions are like, also be able to use music theory apps in groups for little projects.

Additional) I think that using the apple tech in my class I think the Trio (Imac, Ipod, Ipad) would be Ideal. I think having the Imac as a type of office computer containing all my files I want (also possibly have a smart board attached to it) the Ipad for me the teacher and students get Ipods. Using the Ipad as a teacher I could take attendance, keep my grade book, and lead discussions (and control of Ipods) the best thing would be if I needed a document I could pull it off my Imac straight to my Ipad with out worrying about having to sync all my files to wit when I could just grab them directly. Students would get Ipods in which they could communicate to me (as stated above) you could sync them based on lesson plan day. For examples one day I could have a fun theory game for young students, and the next day have the app synced off the Ipod so students aren't temped to play the game while I talk to other things. With apple technologie we can also just plug the Ipod in any receiver because Itunes with register with the Ipod individually so no need to take extra time to make sure student plug them into the right area. We would also have the ability to watch where the Ipods are going with the free app "find my Iphone" (works for any apple product) but this way we can see where it is if lost and also Lock the Ipod with a message on where to return it if found. As a music educator in the High school level it will be hard to incorporate technologies in the sense of computers for students, because they will be playing there instruments more than not, and I will be using a basic recording audio rack to do that, but for my Elementary side I can see many uses for Theory based knowledge for students. I think Apple Technologie has a ton of apps that can be used for education, which Is why I strongly support apple.

Case Study 4 Week 10

1. even though podcasting is relatively easy to set up and record, I feel like you will need a lot of personal preparation to be ready for recording a podcast. A Podcast is recorded and documented for ever. As an instructor you will want to have your lecture almost turned into a "speech" you wond want to make mistakes, the technology will want to be up running and cued up, and probably will blow by students who want to ask questions. it wont feel as "lively" as if it were just a normal class lecture.
2. Attendance I can see as a huge problem with podcasting in that sense of "well why dont I just stay here instead of going to class" granted that is easier in higher education than it is in public schools, but is this just the start for students to use that as an excuse. Benefits I can see for those students who are sick or have family emergencies this could be a good tool for them if they absolutely can not attend class.
3. regardless of a podcast students need to attend class, Like I said above, if I choose to do a podcast recording of every lecture I would only distribute those lectures to students whom could not make the class, this way they have "attended" class to their fullest potential.
4. No. people are different I for one am afraid of online classes, being that i learn face to face (I also pay for that as well). A big part of a class is the comunal discussions and projects, putting things all online takes away that sense of community, and isolates students.

Podcast Test 1

Case Study 1 Week 2

1. What is the teacher’s role concerning student Internet activities at home?She wondered 
how to incorporate being a good citizen even in cyberspace?
      For a teacher its difficult to control what students do at home, and at the same level its difficult to discipline and tell students how they should act, especially if it is not related to school at all. As example, what happened on the IM was at home and it was dealing with a dance, Nether at school or a homework assignment.
      As the teacher overhearing this conversation, I would have pulled the students aside and have a discussion with them. I would let them know that impersonating someone over the internet is very dangerous and could put that person in real danger. Also the fact that Claire talked in a mannor not like Meghan make it unfair to Megan. Next I would proceed to tell them that continuing these actions is inappropriate and immature. I would tell them to not continue anymore, because the photo sent could be an illegal action. Then I would contact their parents and let them know what happened. The next day I would give a brief lecture on the importance of  logging off your computer even if friends are around, and how to protect your identity and passwords.
      I really dont like when people say "just worry about what happens at school and stay out of everything else" I'm not trying to make friends with students, but what had happened in the case study I think is unacceptable behavior and as instructors we are to address these behaviors. This is bullying "one of my students" so in that case it becomes my problem.




2. How important is keeping your login information secure?
         Keeping your information secure is VERY important. Things like Facebook hacks are easy to fix, yes a little sloppy sometimes, but still controllable. the only major concern with social networking sites is an Identity issue. Things such as pay-pal, Itunes, E-bay, etc. These websites ask for creditcard info and addresses, hacks in these programs can put people in Debt, this is why its important to protect the info.




3. Why should students get into the habit of logging off when they are away from your 
computer
        because of the case study above, its a great example. Also people could steal your identity, give you viruses, create problems socially; There are a plethora of reasons why you should take extra precautions.

Week 2 Young and the Wired

Response to discussion questions from the Case study would go here