Random thoughts and good points during class:
The way that we use technology. Is it kind of a waste?
Ex. Reading books online, on ipods, electronic books. Frankly I don't understand that.
Blogs:
Lurkers - people who look, read and take, but not contribute. Maybe that is not what the author wanted? Does it really matter? What is the reason for the blog. Its just for you, right?
Laziness -
Technology is (one of many) tools for creation - you just have to use them. Create, communicate and collaborate.
I like that it is instant. I am beginning to like how connected you can become. I don't like all of the passwords.
TBcontinued...
February 19, 2009
February 18, 2009
2/12/09==> Social Texting
Social texting is something that I am not totally hip to. I heard of twitter from a class that I was facilitating, wrote the name down (so I wouldn't forget) and looked it up later. I didn't sign up for it, but I got the gist of what is was from the videos. I couldn't see myself or anyone that I know using it, but based on the examples that the guest speaker gave, I could see how it could be beneficial.
I started with a friendster account (barely used it), then everyone moved over to myspace. So I set-up shop there and got pretty familiar with it, then everyone migrated (again) over to Facebook. As of now, I'm not there yet, but I have several people beckoning me 'towards the light', well I saw that movie. I'm sure signing up for a facebook account probably won't be as bad as i'm making it out to be.
Honestly, I could be more in touch with the people that I know, but I don't always seem to do that. Considering my degrees, you would think that that would be second nature to me.
The guest speaker brought up many interesting and inspiring points regarding the world of social texting. I guess that I shy away from with the fear that 1) I will be stuck in front a computer 2) too many passwords to remember and 3) who would really want to listen? I guess that it's not really about that, if anything it's more for me and whoever wants to come are welcome to. It does be
2009 is definitely a year for clearing out the old and bringing in new things to try. Maybe one day I might be out there Twittering. Ay Caramba.
I started with a friendster account (barely used it), then everyone moved over to myspace. So I set-up shop there and got pretty familiar with it, then everyone migrated (again) over to Facebook. As of now, I'm not there yet, but I have several people beckoning me 'towards the light', well I saw that movie. I'm sure signing up for a facebook account probably won't be as bad as i'm making it out to be.
Honestly, I could be more in touch with the people that I know, but I don't always seem to do that. Considering my degrees, you would think that that would be second nature to me.
The guest speaker brought up many interesting and inspiring points regarding the world of social texting. I guess that I shy away from with the fear that 1) I will be stuck in front a computer 2) too many passwords to remember and 3) who would really want to listen? I guess that it's not really about that, if anything it's more for me and whoever wants to come are welcome to. It does be
2009 is definitely a year for clearing out the old and bringing in new things to try. Maybe one day I might be out there Twittering. Ay Caramba.
February 6, 2009
2/5/09==> Connectivism
I connected with and gained my understanding of the Connectivism article from my background in Theatre Arts and acting, rather the business/social aspect of acting. I didn't (at the time) think about the digital, I was focused on the learning aspect of it. Connectivism, to me, means connecting physically, mentally and at times emotionally with people, places and things, then being able to incorporate/enhance those experiences with technology, but not to a point of hindrance. It's a learning process where "nodes" connect (network) in order to build a community of continuous learning.
In class other people brought up many other important points regarding connectivism that I didn't think about. For instance, the validity of the information that is out there and how we interpret it.
My early experiences with the Internet I know that I didn't (always) think critically about the information that I was reading. For a long time I did not know how to "surf" the web. I had to make lists of subjects/websites that I wanted to look up or I would forget. Otherwise, I would just check my email and log off. Now, I can get around alright, but the competency level (another important point) of the user varies depending on their desire to learn and do more. For example, I have worked with faculty here at state and some of them are quite self-sufficient in the enhanced classroom, whereas others are very timid and non-trusting of technology and require a bit of "hand holding" in order to get through their classes. Some faculty just connect enough to get their problems solved, then go back their "old school" ways. Like the article stated, Connectivism depends on the user, their competency level and a willingness to learn. How do you teach something like this to such a varying group of individuals with many levels of competency?
*My understanding of new technology and web 2.0 stuff has increases so much since I first started, but I also actively choose not to get too involved/too reliant on technology. I have a fear of not having (enough) F2F encounters and social learning experiences, forgetting what it is like to be human. I say that because I am susceptible to contracting hermit-itus, but that's just me.
Wow, this one was long. I'm stopping now.
In class other people brought up many other important points regarding connectivism that I didn't think about. For instance, the validity of the information that is out there and how we interpret it.
My early experiences with the Internet I know that I didn't (always) think critically about the information that I was reading. For a long time I did not know how to "surf" the web. I had to make lists of subjects/websites that I wanted to look up or I would forget. Otherwise, I would just check my email and log off. Now, I can get around alright, but the competency level (another important point) of the user varies depending on their desire to learn and do more. For example, I have worked with faculty here at state and some of them are quite self-sufficient in the enhanced classroom, whereas others are very timid and non-trusting of technology and require a bit of "hand holding" in order to get through their classes. Some faculty just connect enough to get their problems solved, then go back their "old school" ways. Like the article stated, Connectivism depends on the user, their competency level and a willingness to learn. How do you teach something like this to such a varying group of individuals with many levels of competency?
*My understanding of new technology and web 2.0 stuff has increases so much since I first started, but I also actively choose not to get too involved/too reliant on technology. I have a fear of not having (enough) F2F encounters and social learning experiences, forgetting what it is like to be human. I say that because I am susceptible to contracting hermit-itus, but that's just me.
Wow, this one was long. I'm stopping now.
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