Overall the class was very insightful. The activities we did were very useful. These activities gave me new skills to incorporate in my future classroom. I learned things that would be useful for a teacher to utilize in his or her classroom. I think it is important for teachers to know how to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excele. These can be very useful tools. I will be able to incorporate technology easier into my future classroom after learning from the activities this semester. I learned new ideas and concepts in all the activities we did this semester. I was also able to reinforce the material I already learned by practicing them again.
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Title: Lesson Plan
Description: This activity was designed using Microsoft Word. We were asked to design a lesson plan using a word document and text. The lesson had to be formatted and we were required to use at least one type of graphic.
Reflection: After designing my lesson plan I gained knowledge how to format a word document better. I learned new ideas and shortcuts to use when using Microsoft Word. Before doing this activity I was not sure how to format as well as I do now. I will defiantly be able to use what I learned in this activity in future lesson plans I make.
Link: Click here to see my lesson plan: assignment-13
Title: Spreadsheet
Description: In this activity we were asked to design and develop an evaluation/assessment tool. We were required to use Microsoft Excel. We had to use at least one formula or function and chart to show the data. We were also required to write one paragraph explaining the project.
Reflection: I choose to design a sample grade book. After doing this activity I was learned how to use a formula in spreadsheets. Using formulas defiently makes recording grades quicker and easier. I think that doing this activity was very useful because all teachers are required to record grades. I was able to use a spreadsheet to display grades easier.
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Title: PowerPoint
Description: In this activity we were required to design a PowerPoint presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. We had to use a consistent background and use transition throughout our slides. We were also required to insert a picture and format it.
Reflection: I already knew a lot about PowerPoint. I did learn how to format my graphics and text better. I was able to design my slides that showed consistent transition and backgrounds. I think it was great to learn how to use the master slide. This allowed formatting my slides easier. Also working in a group allowed me to learn things from my peers.
Link: Click here to view my PowerPoint presentation: autism1
Title: WebQuest
Description: In this activity we were required to design a WebQuest. We had to choose a topic include all six components: introduction, task, process, evaluation, conclusion and teacher page.
Reflection: I thought this activity was very useful. This was my first time designing a WebQuest. I learned what was required in all six components. It was a little time consuming but I think it is a very useful and effective tool for a teacher to use in his or her classroom. I think this is an excellent way for students to learn in a fun, effective way. I will defiantly use this in my future classroom.
Link: Click here to see my WebQuest
