Online Collaboration

Static vs Dynamic Technology

https://docs.google.com/fileview?id=0B4rHDQEwXkLKYmUwYWM5ZGItN2Y4NS00YWZhLWE1ODItNjVmZTIzZDBmOTNm&hl=en

One main reason for beginning my journey at Walden University was to move from the old, mundane curriculum to the dynamic, exciting, and present day technologically savvy classroom. As Moller (2008) discussed the middle of the road in her unpublished article, I believe that is where I have been for quite some time. While using the technology afforded to me in this district, I have searched the Internet on many occasions for tools to enhance learning.  The games, simulations, PowerPoint presentation, videos, just to name a few, were static and didn’t provide much collaboration or allowed for much creativity and input from the student.

I couldn’t help but notice; however, that tools placed in my graphic organizer under one element could also be placed in another. Did you recognize that situation, and is it possible that dynamic tools such as Wikis and Blogs could be used in effective collaboration while enhancing communication?

http://blogs.lib.ncsu.edu/educ8842/entry/static_dynamic_uses_of_technologies

Needless to say, in only six months, I have added so much more.  My style of teaching is changing from teacher centered to student centered. Independent learning is the driving force for life long-learning.

http://www.teachingexpertise.com/articles/developing-independent-learning-skills-719

I have networked with many teachers that have given me ideas, tips, tools, and inspiration beyond my expectations. I am adding online collaborative tools through piloted programs, and I am making plans to include my department and my district in my venture for next year.

Moller, L. (2008). Static and dynamic technological tools. [Unpublished Paper].

~Wanda Ardoin-Bailey