1. National Archives - I chose the Designs for Democracy exhibit. This site showcases nearly 125 design drawings that the US govt. has prepared, commissioned, received or approved. These drawings are of bridges, ships, flags, monuments and costumes. These drawings fall under Federal guidelines and programs and are submitted by artists, engineers, inventors and draftsmen. Using primary resources such as the National Archives is a reliable and safe teaching tool for teachers. The information provided is a great first step for students and teachers when exploring and learning information on many topics.
2. NEA Achievement Gap - Student groups who experience achievement gaps are American Indians & Alaska Natives, Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders, Black, Hispanic and Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender People. Under "Becoming a Culturally Competent Educator" the three areas that fit my teaching style are:
- Gather and organize resource materials related to culturally diverse groups for use by school staff. I could see myself gathering & organizing teaching tools that would help myself as well as my fellow teachers. I like to be helpful and help in projects that will benefits the group.
- Build and use a network of "natural helpers" at school and in the community as well as "experts" who have knowledge of the culturally, linguistically, racially, and ethnically diverse groups served by your school. My social skills will be one of my strongest assets in teaching. I enjoy creating relationships and reaching out to people, especially if its for a good cause.
- Network with parent, family, minority community, and faith-based organizations concerned with the needs of diverse students. Solicit their involvement and input in the design and implementation of initiatives for culturally, linguistically, racially, and ethnically diverse groups. I am looking forward to interacting with my parents and community, social interaction comes easy to me. I can use this strength for the benefit of my students and school. I would be happy to network with the groups of people to help my students.
3. Cyber Bullying - I am a cyber angel! This is mostly due to the fact that I don't do many of the items on the list to begin with. But, knowing me, I would not do those things any way. I am an angel in cyber space & in real life!
I learned about instant messaging on this site. I have never done IM, although my daughter does often. I learned that it is more difficult to trace who sent a harassing message on IM versus email. Becoming familiar with the technology my students are using today will enable me to understand the situations they are faced with & I will be better able to help when needed.
4. Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators - From the "Subject Access" section I liked the Calendars through the Ages link. This history is fascinating and would be a great addition to teaching a Calendar theme. This link describes how our lives are shaped by the movements of the earth, moon & sun and the people who discovered these truths. Adding this history of the calendar would enrich my lesson plan and help keep my students interested in the subject. In the "Teacher Helpers" section, I liked the Bullentin Board link. I can't wait to decorate my classroom! I feel that a cheerful & inspirational classroom setting is very important. Since my students and I will be spending so much time together in our classroom, its important for me to create an environment that is fun and meaningful. I am so happy that there are so many ideas and examples of what to do. This link has examples, a gallery and additional links to visit. I will be using this link every year!!
5. Multiple Intelligences - My top three intelligences were: Naturalistic, Intrapersonal & Verbal-Linguistic. I watched the video, Big Thinkers: Howard Gardner on MI. I learned that MI is a theory that emphasizes how human beings have different strengths for learning. This video also reminded me that in order to use the info learned, students must take an active role in learning, such as ask questions, do hands on projects and recreate the situation. If these things are not done, the information will disappear because it has nothing to hold on to. I agree with this theory and I plan to learn more about MI.
6. Teaching Tolerance - Grade chosen: 2nd, subject: Creative Art & Topic: Health Issues. Name of Lesson: Many Shapes and Sizes
Lesson Plan: This activity is for grades preK-2, it helps children celebrate size diversity. In this lesson, students read a story about body diversity and discuss the different shapes and sizes that people come in. I would have my students make body tracings that celebrate their unique shape and size. We would also talk about ways to keep our bodies healthy through good nutrition and activity.
7. EdChange Multicultural Awareness Quiz - I took the quiz and got all wrong but one.
Questions I found interesting are: According to a study by the American Association of Physicians for Human Rights, what percentage of physicians report witnessing a colleague giving reduced care or refusing care to lesbian, gay, or bisexual patients? - The correct answer is four times as likely. I was surprised by this answer. I thought doctors were fairly impartial when it came to issues like this. This shows that even doctors need to be educated on fairness and diversity.
Compared with White women, how likely are African American women in the U.S. to die during childbirth due to a lack of access to prenatal care, according to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality? - The correct answer to this question is 52% as likely. This shocked me. I thought most all woman receive good prenatal care due to welfare and medical. As educators, we need to stress the importance of prenatal care for all woman, of all heritages.
8. Netiquette Guidelines - I got a 60% on the quiz. Netiquette teaches students proper behavior while being online. Unless these "rules" are taught, students will not have a clear understanding of what is expected of them while being online. Just as we teach students proper behavior in "the real world" - it is our responsibility to teach online behavior as well. Students need to understand that an "everything goes" attitude is not accepted online simply because the interaction is not face to face. Teaching Netiquette gives students the tools needed to become socially responsible while being online. :)
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