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.”
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Energy Conservation
The question that I am asking for my energy conservation project is,"How much fuel and money could I save by riding my bike to work instead of driving?" I googled fuel conservation and there were several good sites that relate to the subject. Riding a bike instead of driving was even listed on one of the sites as a suggestion to decrease fuel consumption.
To answer this question I need to know how far it is to work, round trip. I also need to know my trucks gas mileage. I will look up the distance to work on Mapquest.com. To figure out my gas mileage I will divide the number of miles driven by the gas used. I will also document how much and where I drive for a week. This will help me determine if there are any other areas where I can become more efficient.
To answer this question I need to know how far it is to work, round trip. I also need to know my trucks gas mileage. I will look up the distance to work on Mapquest.com. To figure out my gas mileage I will divide the number of miles driven by the gas used. I will also document how much and where I drive for a week. This will help me determine if there are any other areas where I can become more efficient.
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Anthro-Tech
After assessing the technological culture at Nunaka Valley I have come to the conclusion that there is an amazing amount of untapped potential when it comes to the use of technology in schools. We have technology and computer lab time available to us however it is not always used and there is not a big emphasis on educational technology in our curriculum. The amount of technology that students are exposed to seems to be largely at the discretion of the teacher.
A couple of teachers are working on a TTL grant that will bring digital storytelling to our school. This will be a great project because it will get the whole school involved with the use of technology. Hopefully it will help teachers become more comfortable with the incorporation of technology in the classroom. http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dhm7ws2s_0g97td9fb
A couple of teachers are working on a TTL grant that will bring digital storytelling to our school. This will be a great project because it will get the whole school involved with the use of technology. Hopefully it will help teachers become more comfortable with the incorporation of technology in the classroom. http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dhm7ws2s_0g97td9fb
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Article Assesment #2
Nick Leiser E-mail: asnal2@uaa.alaska.edu 3-15-08
Article Title: The Educator’s Guide to the Read/Write Web
Author: Will Richardson
Article Overview:
“The Educator’s Guide to the Read/Write Web” talks about the internet not just as a place to gather information, but also as a forum where users can publish, broadcast, and discuss their own ideas. Richardson talks about some of the different ways to use the internet as a tool for thought and discussion. He also discusses the impact of this on teaching and education.
Reference Points:
1. Weblogs or blogs are used to post personal or group web sites. They allow you to update them by posting new information. Visitors can post comments on your blog making it interactive. Teachers can use blogs as tools to promote critical thinking, reading and writing.
2. Wikis are websites that anyone can edit at any time. They can be constantly updated or clarified with new current information. These can be used by students to gain access to current information on a subject. Wikis can also can be set up by students or teachers for class projects.
3. RSS (Really Simple Syndication) Feeds allow you to subscribe to different blogs or subject specific information. Anytime there is an update an aggregator copies and saves it. You can also use websites like furl.net to access other people’s RSS feeds. RSS feeds allow you to read current information and comments on a specific subject.
4. Podcasts video or audio broadcasts that are posted on the web. They can be viewed at any time rather than just at the time of broadcast. This can be used be educators to view and show educationally enhancing broadcasts.
5. With such an overwhelming amount of information on the web it is really important that we teach students how to sift through and judge information on its credibility rather than just accept it as fact.
6. With so many people publishing blogs and making pod casts, students have access to experts that may have more knowledge in a specific content area than their teacher. The role of teachers may need to shift from content expert to guide.
Reflection:
The internet can be used as a forum where you can discuss and collaborate on new ideas and information. Blogs, wikis, RSS feeds, and pod casts can be used to greatly enhance education. Teachers need to recognize the great potential this technology has as an educational tool. They need to adapt and help guide their students so they can take advantage of the resources available to them.
Article Title: The Educator’s Guide to the Read/Write Web
Author: Will Richardson
Article Overview:
“The Educator’s Guide to the Read/Write Web” talks about the internet not just as a place to gather information, but also as a forum where users can publish, broadcast, and discuss their own ideas. Richardson talks about some of the different ways to use the internet as a tool for thought and discussion. He also discusses the impact of this on teaching and education.
Reference Points:
1. Weblogs or blogs are used to post personal or group web sites. They allow you to update them by posting new information. Visitors can post comments on your blog making it interactive. Teachers can use blogs as tools to promote critical thinking, reading and writing.
2. Wikis are websites that anyone can edit at any time. They can be constantly updated or clarified with new current information. These can be used by students to gain access to current information on a subject. Wikis can also can be set up by students or teachers for class projects.
3. RSS (Really Simple Syndication) Feeds allow you to subscribe to different blogs or subject specific information. Anytime there is an update an aggregator copies and saves it. You can also use websites like furl.net to access other people’s RSS feeds. RSS feeds allow you to read current information and comments on a specific subject.
4. Podcasts video or audio broadcasts that are posted on the web. They can be viewed at any time rather than just at the time of broadcast. This can be used be educators to view and show educationally enhancing broadcasts.
5. With such an overwhelming amount of information on the web it is really important that we teach students how to sift through and judge information on its credibility rather than just accept it as fact.
6. With so many people publishing blogs and making pod casts, students have access to experts that may have more knowledge in a specific content area than their teacher. The role of teachers may need to shift from content expert to guide.
Reflection:
The internet can be used as a forum where you can discuss and collaborate on new ideas and information. Blogs, wikis, RSS feeds, and pod casts can be used to greatly enhance education. Teachers need to recognize the great potential this technology has as an educational tool. They need to adapt and help guide their students so they can take advantage of the resources available to them.
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