Tuesday, June 8, 2010

The VARK Questionairre Result

Here were my results:

Your scores were:
Visual: 10
Aural: 7
Read/Write: 3
Kinesthetic: 8

It is no surprise that visual and kinesthetic were my two highest as I learn by seeing and actually doing!

Snipping tool

I didn't snip anything important, but still very cool and potentially useful.
The snipping tool is very neat. I used to use "print screen" then paste my screen in paint and crop it, but this is much easier. Here was a test using the snipping tool:

Thursday, June 3, 2010

Voice Thread

I really liked voice thread. It took me like four takes until I was halfway satisfied with my thread. Definitely couldn't work for the radio! I had never used voice thread until the class, but I can definitely see it being useful. I really loved this and could see myself using voicemail in a similar manner if I teach young elementary students someday.

As far as ISTE standards go, I felt that several could easily be incorporated through Voice Thread. However for the above kindergarten activity link - 2a is probably the best fit:

design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity.

Wednesday, June 2, 2010

Google Reader

In Google Reader I subscribed to West Virginia Record and WVMetro News Headline News Rss Feed. I chose these two subscriptions because I want to be updated on news taking place in my state since I never have time to watch the news on TV. I found out the Rockefeller and Young Professionals talked about healthcare less than 24 hours ago - interesting stuff! great and convenient.

EDIT: HERE is my shared Reader Blog

Broadband Speed

Broadband Speed

Download Speed=29.34 mbps
Upload Speed=10.14 mbps

Google Docs Resume

I am a HUGE google docs fan. It has saved my ace on multiple occasions. It is great for dual editing to a single document. HERE is my resume via google docs.