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Digital Imaging Photo’s

group3 — Wed, 08 Feb 2006 00:13:30 +0000

Linsey’s

Laura’s

Kyle’s

Janick’s

~Linsey~

Digital Cameras… a little bit late!

group3 — Sun, 05 Feb 2006 17:21:42 +0000

Hello Bloggers… this is a response to our discussion last week. I was in the middle of writing it, when I decided to take a break- and then I sort of forgot about it! So, even though it is a week late- I hope that it counts for something.

My, my, my… The responses that people are taking the time to read and write are wonderful! I am blown away by the thought that everyone is putting into our blog. Anyways, moving on… I thought that the class on digital imaging was very informative and engaging. It was awesome that Gloria was able to track down the cameras and bring them to us. I was thoroughly enjoying myself- until I lost all of the pictures on my own camera. I had pictures on there from my internship, volunteer work that I had done, pictures of my family and friends… etc. I guess that after I had lost all of my data, I sort of lost interest in the whole project. I was so mad at the fact that I am in the middle of a computer class that is teaching us not to be afraid of technology- but then I lose all of my pictures. Oh well… life goes on… and I suppose that it is my fault to for not having a backup system.
Yikes! I didn’t mean to sound like such a baby in the last paragraph! Okay… moving on.
I wanted to touch on a question that Kyle had asked: Do my you truly feel you will use digital cameras in their own future classrooms? In response, yes…I truly think that I will use digital cameras. I had my camera out all of the time during internship! There are loads of ways that cameras can be incorporated into our lessons. However, I am doubtful that all school settings will have access to such technology.
That’s it for now… later dudes!
Laura Rhead

Week 3

group3 — Wed, 01 Feb 2006 03:00:54 +0000

Here is my main question that ties into the writen assignment: If there is a computer class with assignments and students are either struggling, not there or falling behind how do you catch them up if they do not have computers at home? hence closing the gap in the digital divide?

I’m also having problems logging in on computers outside the computer lab, hence the late entries. It will tell me that I have an invalid password. I am working on the problem along with other computer problems that I am having.

When it comes to digital images I like what you can do with them, but I am waiting so that I can take action shots. That is the part I really miss with digital as compared to the “old fashion” way. The convienence of the delete button is the greatest thing invented. No more bad pictures (most of the time).

Using the digital camera in the classroom is a great thing, but it also has it’s down side like everyother piece of technology, along with kids being kids. I just wonder if the elite schools will be farther ahead when it comes to technology as compared to a community school? The three of you have interned have you noticed any differences in the school system with “regular” schools as compared to community schools? (If you have had the chance to be in other schools through out the four years.

Janick

Digital and Beyond

group3 — Tue, 31 Jan 2006 06:52:46 +0000

I found that the digital imaging class proved to be a very great learning experience for myself. I had no clue what I was doing, and the finished product may not necessarily have been exactly what I wanted, but it did work and I am sure with a bit more playing around new pictures will be just as fun to make.

Now in response to Kyle’s questions:

How will I use digital cameras in the classroom? I think it would be a great activity to do exactly what we just did with students. Also, students can make PowerPoints, Movies, Webpages, the whole works and be able to download their pictures or pictures they have created to make it very interesting. Digital cameras span into areas such as Art and Photography. Many things could be possible with a digital camera.

Will I use digital cameras in the classroom? I feel that this is more a question of if I have the resources that will allow me to have access to them – and if I do, I sure will!

Finally, yes I have been having trouble uploading pictures. I am just not too sure what to do about that though. Maybe we have to save them as another type of file for it to work properly. (Also, I have changed our name to what Laura suggested…with an extra subtitle of my own – “Discussing Educational Technology”.)

I was trying to look at the bigger picture and some questions came to mind (you may respond to these if you would like).

a) What are some other technological advances that may come in handy for the classroom or change classrooms all together?

b) How do you think the above will affect the classroom and what students are able to accomplish using computers or other forms of digital technology?

c) How is the education system changing to meet the advances of educational technology? Will this affect how students are taught in other core subjects?

d) Predict what education will be like in 25 years.

I have found an article that I would like to share with you that answers my first question.

The following is the list of the top 10 technology breakthroughs for schools. Keep in mind my following three questions as you look at this article, which you can find as cited below:

Top 10 technology breakthroughs for schools
Jason Ohler, Jean Shields, David Warlick, Hall Davidson, et al. Technology & Learning Dayton:Nov 2001. Vol. 22, Iss. 4, p. 16-32 (10 pp.)
http://proquest.umi.com.libproxy.uregina.ca:2048/pqdweb?index= 3&sid=6&srchmode=1&vinst=PROD&fmt=6&startpage=-1&clientid= 12307&vname=PQD&RQT=309&did=90144196&scaling=FULL&ts= 1138687045&vtype=PQD&rqt=309&TS=1138687053&clientId=12307

The list begins with virtual learning, wireless networking, collaboration tools, digital video, ASPs (Application Service Providers), handheld devices, optical networking, videoconferencing, XML (for data sharing), and simulations. Many of these advances are great. Will you have access to them at your school? The first one listed probably bothers me the most. Virtual learning can and may be a good thing for some students. I think the students who I will be teaching – remember that I would like to teach middle years students – will need more then my teaching and assignments given to them over a computer. I think this may benefit someone who has a physical inability to come to school, but for many children they need the socialization aspect of school as well as the learning. I think that simulations and videoconferencing would come in real handy for things like field trips (if you wanted to go to an ocean but do not have the resources to take your class you could use videoconferencing as a way to get there but not actually be there). Wireless networking would also be a great thing for schools instead of having to make sure that all of the computers are hooked up the network, with all of the cords running everywhere. One thing gets unplug and the whole network goes down. That is something that would make it easier on the technical support personnel. The entire list above is explained in the article and I suggest you check it out.

I would also like to provide you with a list of four other articles that are worth checking out. I have provided you with a quick overview of each in case you are interested. You have to sign in with your WebCT username and password to access them.

BACK to the FUTURE
Susan McLester. Technology & Learning Dayton:Sep 2005. Vol. 26, Iss. 2, p. 38 (1 pp.)
- Predictions of how education would be, starting with one made in 1981. Very quick read – only one page and quite interesting too.
http://proquest.umi.com.libproxy.uregina.ca:2048/pqdweb?index= 1&sid=2&srchmode=1&vinst=PROD&fmt=6&startpage=-1&clientid= 12307&vname=PQD&RQT=309&did=905962271&scaling=FULL&ts= 1138686644&vtype=PQD&rqt=309&TS=1138686651&clientId=12307

Unlocking success: Lessons learned from three schools
Susan McLester, Judy Salpeter, Amy Poftak. Technology & Learning Dayton:Feb 1999. Vol. 19, Iss. 6, p. 41-52 (1 pp.)
- Identifies the key elements for technologically successful schools.
http://proquest.umi.com.libproxy.uregina.ca:2048/pqdweb?index= 0&sid=8&srchmode=1&vinst=PROD&fmt=6&startpage=-1&clientid= 12307&vname=PQD&RQT=309&did=39100693&scaling=FULL&ts= 1138687164&vtype=PQD&rqt=309&TS=1138687170&clientId=12307

Simply the best
Anonymous. Technology & Learning: Watching Technology Grow Up Dayton:Dec 1999. Vol. 20, Iss. 5, p. 17 (8 pp.)
- Stories about teachers who have used technology in their classrooms to enrich student learning, and have been recognized for it.
http://proquest.umi.com.libproxy.uregina.ca:2048/pqdweb?index= 8&sid=9&srchmode=1&vinst=PROD&fmt=6&startpage=-1&clientid= 12307&vname=PQD&RQT=309&did=62809714&scaling=FULL&ts= 1138687204&vtype=PQD&rqt=309&TS=1138687213&clientId=12307

Turning points 2000
Anonymous. Technology & Learning Dayton:Dec 2000. Vol. 21, Iss. 5, p. 16-22 (6 pp.)
- Stories about students’ lives that have changed because of the use of technology.
http://proquest.umi.com.libproxy.uregina.ca:2048/pqdweb?index= 7&sid=9&srchmode=1&vinst=PROD&fmt=6&startpage=-1&clientid= 12307&vname=PQD&RQT=309&did=65168131&scaling=FULL&ts= 1138687204&vtype=PQD&rqt=309&TS=1138687253&clientId=12307

~Linsey~

Digital Cameras

group3 — Wed, 25 Jan 2006 17:39:28 +0000

I consider myself an intermediate photographer; I have been taking pictures and using digital cameras since they were initially placed into the mainstream. I believe they have a useful and permanent place within the classroom. The activities and learning that can emerge through digital cameras is never-ending. Digital Cameras offer students a unique way of educating themselves and expressing their work. Besides work purposes, digital cameras offer a way for students and teachers to make memorable work of the year past. When I am in my twenty-fifth year of teaching I would like to be able to open a folder a view pictures, or a slideshow, of every year I have taught. This would provide me with the opportunity to recall the students whose lives I have impacted and those who have impacted me.

We discussed these uses quickly in class but I will list a variety of ways in which digital cameras can be used in the classroom: power point, photoshop elements, iPhoto, windows movie maker, blogging, photo albums, giving directions, demonstrations, seating plans, assignments, and virtual tours. Obviously the options go on and on, here is a link back to a site called Going Digital in the Classroom that Gloria showed the class

http://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/sbeck/digital/goingdigital.htm

1) Does anyone have other ideas of how to use digital cameras in the classroom?
2) Do my you truly feel you will use digital cameras in their own future classrooms?
3) Is anyone else having problems placing pictures into blog?