Philosophy Statement
As an elementary school physical education teacher, I believe that every student should be kept as active as possible. Students should be introduced to a wide range of fun, developmentally appropriate activities that encourage social interaction, teamwork, fair play, and the development of motor skills.
Educational concepts such as the importance of exercise, warm-up, stretching and proper nutrition should be incorporated in ways that don‘t detract from physical activity. In addition, students should learn about the body’s major systems.
The gym should be a safe, non-threatening environment where students of all abilities feel comfortable.
Before and after school activities should be offered as a way to expand on or supplement what is taught in class, foster interest in the program, and create opportunities for parent involvement.
It is recommended that kids get an hour of exercise every day. Because schools don’t even get close to providing that much physical education, students should be encouraged to participate in recreational activities and sports programs outside of school. The best way to ensure an active healthy lifestyle through all stages of life is to develop a love for it at an early age.
You can see my slide show at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DGsuJpXXK0
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Presentation Evaluation
After watching my energy conservation presentation, I noticed a couple areas where I can improve.
-My presentation is long and boring. If I present things like this in the future I need to keep them shore and sweet.
-My hand gestures make me look nervous, and distract from what I am saying. I need to reduce and slow down the hand gestures.
-I say "and" a lot, especially when transitioning from one topic to another. I need to find other "filler" words, or just pause.
You can find my spreadsheet at: http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pbRw4L_yMLOpDoeNptDIgVA
You can view my presentation at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCF1RBkLi44
-My presentation is long and boring. If I present things like this in the future I need to keep them shore and sweet.
-My hand gestures make me look nervous, and distract from what I am saying. I need to reduce and slow down the hand gestures.
-I say "and" a lot, especially when transitioning from one topic to another. I need to find other "filler" words, or just pause.
You can find my spreadsheet at: http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pbRw4L_yMLOpDoeNptDIgVA
You can view my presentation at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCF1RBkLi44
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Energy Conservation PowerPoint
My energy comservation project is on fuel consumption. The PowerPoint covers how much gas I use in a week, and how much it costs me assuming that gas is $3.60 per gallon. It also shows three different scenarios and how much I could potentially save by making minor changes.
In addition, my slideshow points out some tips on how to become more fuel efficient, and it points to some new technology to look for in the future. Here is a link to the project: http://www.slideshare.net/nickleiser/energt-conservation-powerpoint/
In addition, my slideshow points out some tips on how to become more fuel efficient, and it points to some new technology to look for in the future. Here is a link to the project: http://www.slideshare.net/nickleiser/energt-conservation-powerpoint/
Article Assesment #3
Nick Leiser e-mail: asnal2@uaa.alaska.edu Date:5-3-08
Article Title: Tools for the Mind Author: Mary Burns
Article Overview:
This article points out how the perception of technology in the classroom has recently changed. We have shifted from a time when the potential of technology seemed limitless, and funding was plentiful, to a time where the potential of technology has been greatly untapped, and funding has been redirected to meet the needs of NCLB. It also discusses how technology has been used primarily for show and tell purposes rather than to promote a higher level of thinking.
Reference Points:
1. With budget cuts for technology and new NCLB requirements, the value of technology as an educational tool has come under scrutiny.
2. Use of lower order technology tools has become prevalent. Tools that involve a higher order of thinking are not used enough.
3. We are becoming a copy & paste culture. Students are putting together reports and presentations without absorbing the information.
4. Technology has been used primarily for show and tell purposes. Programs like Word and Powerpoint are frequently used to create presentations. According to a survey on the frequency of technology use in the classroom, electronic presentation was the most used form of technology. Technology is not being used to cultivate learning and deeper understanding.
5. Geographic Information Systems, Computer Aided Design Programs, and Simulation Software Programs should be used to promote higher levels of thinking.
6. Capitalizing from technology’s educational potential will require a return to our original assumptions; the need for critical thinking, for learner-centered instruction, and for students to use computers as mind tools.
Significance:
The significance of this article is that we as teachers are not taking full advantage of the potential that technology has for educational purposes. We need to re-evaluate the use of technology in our classrooms and determine how we can make better use of it. I found this paragraph from the article to be the most helpful when it comes to trying to change how technology is being used. “To implement these recommendations, teachers need a panoply of supports. They need opportunities to work together with colleagues to plan rich, preferably interdisciplinary activities in which technology serves to extend learning in ways that would not be possible without its use. They also need effective instructional and technology leadership from school and district administrators, access to higher-order technology tools, time to learn about and integrate these tools, and follow-up support and coaching.”
Article Title: Tools for the Mind Author: Mary Burns
Article Overview:
This article points out how the perception of technology in the classroom has recently changed. We have shifted from a time when the potential of technology seemed limitless, and funding was plentiful, to a time where the potential of technology has been greatly untapped, and funding has been redirected to meet the needs of NCLB. It also discusses how technology has been used primarily for show and tell purposes rather than to promote a higher level of thinking.
Reference Points:
1. With budget cuts for technology and new NCLB requirements, the value of technology as an educational tool has come under scrutiny.
2. Use of lower order technology tools has become prevalent. Tools that involve a higher order of thinking are not used enough.
3. We are becoming a copy & paste culture. Students are putting together reports and presentations without absorbing the information.
4. Technology has been used primarily for show and tell purposes. Programs like Word and Powerpoint are frequently used to create presentations. According to a survey on the frequency of technology use in the classroom, electronic presentation was the most used form of technology. Technology is not being used to cultivate learning and deeper understanding.
5. Geographic Information Systems, Computer Aided Design Programs, and Simulation Software Programs should be used to promote higher levels of thinking.
6. Capitalizing from technology’s educational potential will require a return to our original assumptions; the need for critical thinking, for learner-centered instruction, and for students to use computers as mind tools.
Significance:
The significance of this article is that we as teachers are not taking full advantage of the potential that technology has for educational purposes. We need to re-evaluate the use of technology in our classrooms and determine how we can make better use of it. I found this paragraph from the article to be the most helpful when it comes to trying to change how technology is being used. “To implement these recommendations, teachers need a panoply of supports. They need opportunities to work together with colleagues to plan rich, preferably interdisciplinary activities in which technology serves to extend learning in ways that would not be possible without its use. They also need effective instructional and technology leadership from school and district administrators, access to higher-order technology tools, time to learn about and integrate these tools, and follow-up support and coaching.”
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