Sir Ken Robinson

1. Tedtalk
Episode Title: Sir Ken Robinson

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Reflection: Sir Ken Robinson was a funny guy who brings humor to a serious problem. When Ken Robinson said that teachers have to educate their students until they retire and we do not even know how the world will be like in five years he was right. By teaching them how to be wrong throughout life we teach them to deal with rolling with the punches instead of teaching them how the world will work by then. Ken Robinson made a good point about other types of learning besides book learning. This is a great thing to remember when teaching. Academic inflation was a thought that scares me personally. I have noticed that my other college friends have had trouble finding jobs with their new BA. They are all coming back a year later to obtain a MA.

I enjoy how you can either download in audio or video. This is great for teachers who have students who learn in many ways. They can do both for a student for a great punch. So students who need to just dance can.

week 7 podcast

1. Tech Integration
Episode Title: Digital Projects for the Classroom
Date: July 25 2006
Episode Number: 8
Reflection: It was interesting to see the various projects that teachers were able to have their students make using various digital media software. I agree with the one teacher who stated that using technology, especially software, helps students to problem solve. I definitely see that in myself as I learn more about the different programs that are available. These projects are excellent samples for teachers who need to find some way to incorporate more interesting technology projects into their classroom.

2. Tech Integration
Episode Title: A 4^th Grade Poetry Book
Date: May 12 2006
Episode Number: 6
Reflection: This podcast shows some examples of what can be done by students making their own podcast. It was interesting too hear how the student could have control over what content they want and how they can integrate their own interests, such as music, to their podcast. I think that teachers could easily have their students make their own podcast where they read a story or do something they enjoy.

3. Tech Integration

Episode Title: Hey we have a forum!
Date: July 31^st 2006
Episode Number: 9
Reflection: I personally enjoy forums. I think that they are an excellent way to exchange ideas and to allow the easy flow of information. I also liked the website that was included in this podcast for Kid Vid. It has a lot of great tools and templates that can be used to teach kids of a large variety of ages what it takes to create their own video. It is truly helpful for a teacher if they are looking for ideas or tools to use in their classroom to make sure that a lesson over creating a video is successful.