Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Blog#3
I think the issue of safety and security will continue to explode. As we move further into the age of technology, I believe this is a topic that should and will be explored.
I don't personally understand the security at my job. We are restricted from certain sites and allowed on others. For example I can access my FB account with no problem, but cannot access our class wiki. To me this doesn't make a whole lot of sense. I think that in order for educators and employees to follow rules, there must be CLEAR guidelines. What is it that I am prohibited from doing?
I do think it is up to an individual if in doubt to find out! We must stay informed of what is acceptable and therefore adhere to this.
I will personally be sure to be mindful of my personal posts online, and in particular to those I am associated with. It is almost more important to be careful of associates and what they might put out there as they may not censor things the way that I would.
I do take issue with some of the cases oiut there when an educator is on his/her personal time. What is it that makes personal time different than that of work time then? Should educators not be allowed to express what they do in their spare time? Surely there are some things that are over the top, but how is this determined? Must educators be on their 'best behavior' in and out of the question? Again, I think this goes back to strict guidelines that can be followed.
I don't personally understand the security at my job. We are restricted from certain sites and allowed on others. For example I can access my FB account with no problem, but cannot access our class wiki. To me this doesn't make a whole lot of sense. I think that in order for educators and employees to follow rules, there must be CLEAR guidelines. What is it that I am prohibited from doing?
I do think it is up to an individual if in doubt to find out! We must stay informed of what is acceptable and therefore adhere to this.
I will personally be sure to be mindful of my personal posts online, and in particular to those I am associated with. It is almost more important to be careful of associates and what they might put out there as they may not censor things the way that I would.
I do take issue with some of the cases oiut there when an educator is on his/her personal time. What is it that makes personal time different than that of work time then? Should educators not be allowed to express what they do in their spare time? Surely there are some things that are over the top, but how is this determined? Must educators be on their 'best behavior' in and out of the question? Again, I think this goes back to strict guidelines that can be followed.
The Energy Bus
Monday, December 14, 2009
Blog#4 Planning and Implementation
As this course comes to a close, I find myself wishing we had more time..... I started this class with nothing more than a knowledge of Facebook. I had of course heard of Blogging, and Twitter, but never ventured to join in! I was initially overwhelmed at my lack of knowledge, but also at the idea of how I personally would use some of these Web 2.0 tools. I simply couldn't see how these tools would apply to my job or my personal life.
I now take a different position. I understand that I have a ton to learn, a ton to explore, but I am thirsty to learn more! The few tools we have used in class no longer seem like 'techy' tools, but instead seem like tools that someone like me can use.
I found the presentation of the tools to be not only helpful, but eye opening to the many possibilities out there! I have told friends that like to read about Shelfari, friends with kids about Googlelit, and co-workers about Blogging, Wikispaces and Nota. I was so thrilled to find a tool that I personally discovered, and its many uses. I have currently shown 3 co-workers this tool and have them now signed up as members! Needless to say, that feels good!
I plan to continue growing in my knowledge of Web 2.0 tools, and sharing my knowledge with whoever will listen. My current role will be changing soon, and I want to be as knowlegable as possible in order to make some of these tools work for myself and the department. If presented with resistence I will simply continue to promote in hopes that my co-workers will keep come on board and see the possibilities!
I know longer think I am on the outside looking in, but instead think I too am cruising the information highway. The amount of resources out there in Web 2.0 seem endless, and I am glad I have jumped on board!
I now take a different position. I understand that I have a ton to learn, a ton to explore, but I am thirsty to learn more! The few tools we have used in class no longer seem like 'techy' tools, but instead seem like tools that someone like me can use.
I found the presentation of the tools to be not only helpful, but eye opening to the many possibilities out there! I have told friends that like to read about Shelfari, friends with kids about Googlelit, and co-workers about Blogging, Wikispaces and Nota. I was so thrilled to find a tool that I personally discovered, and its many uses. I have currently shown 3 co-workers this tool and have them now signed up as members! Needless to say, that feels good!
I plan to continue growing in my knowledge of Web 2.0 tools, and sharing my knowledge with whoever will listen. My current role will be changing soon, and I want to be as knowlegable as possible in order to make some of these tools work for myself and the department. If presented with resistence I will simply continue to promote in hopes that my co-workers will keep come on board and see the possibilities!
I know longer think I am on the outside looking in, but instead think I too am cruising the information highway. The amount of resources out there in Web 2.0 seem endless, and I am glad I have jumped on board!
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Thursday, December 3, 2009
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Monday, November 30, 2009
Blog #2 Research and the Reflective Practitioner
I believe this journey into exploring Web 2.0 and it's many components has taught me many things. Most importantly I have learned that I am no where near as technically savvy as I thought I was. I am actually the opposite, and instead totally out of the loop besides the bare minimum. I have learned that simply knowing how to surf the web, compose emails and socialize on FB is not being savvy!! I am not discouraged though, because I am getting exposure, playing around and becoming familiar through trial and error which is how I learn best. In order for us to keep up, we must expose ourselves and that is what I am doing!
I think that in my current business role we could use some technical integration. I need to first become more familiar and then try to promote! Both blogs and wikispaces seem like something that might be effective in my current role. I plan to share the following site with those on my training team.
http://www.squidoo.com/blogs-and-business
This explains a little how once thought of as a social tool only, blogs can be used very effectively in the business world.
In my role we have employees in both the UK and in North Carolina. We are constantly fighting deadlines, going around and around with meetings and emails. The use of a tool to keep things central and allow everyone to be on the same page is exciting.
I have mentioned to some of those on my team what I am exploring, and they have yet to show any interest. It is now up to me to continue to become familiarized and present a good case for why these tools are positive and how we can make them work for us!
I believe this journey into exploring Web 2.0 and it's many components has taught me many things. Most importantly I have learned that I am no where near as technically savvy as I thought I was. I am actually the opposite, and instead totally out of the loop besides the bare minimum. I have learned that simply knowing how to surf the web, compose emails and socialize on FB is not being savvy!! I am not discouraged though, because I am getting exposure, playing around and becoming familiar through trial and error which is how I learn best. In order for us to keep up, we must expose ourselves and that is what I am doing!
I think that in my current business role we could use some technical integration. I need to first become more familiar and then try to promote! Both blogs and wikispaces seem like something that might be effective in my current role. I plan to share the following site with those on my training team.
http://www.squidoo.com/blogs-and-business
This explains a little how once thought of as a social tool only, blogs can be used very effectively in the business world.
In my role we have employees in both the UK and in North Carolina. We are constantly fighting deadlines, going around and around with meetings and emails. The use of a tool to keep things central and allow everyone to be on the same page is exciting.
I have mentioned to some of those on my team what I am exploring, and they have yet to show any interest. It is now up to me to continue to become familiarized and present a good case for why these tools are positive and how we can make them work for us!
Saturday, November 14, 2009
So I signed up for a Twitter account, and never thought I would...
I am not sure how I feel about Twitter. I have always had mixed signals about Twitter. I understand the value in "Tweeting" but also see the downside of it. I am uneasy about my whole life being posted out there. I do get the value of staying connected, but think there is a whole lot of nonsense Tweeting. I am going to continue to play around with it, and see how I can make it work for me! I was able to locate some of our classmates and will continue to see who else I can find!
I am not sure how I feel about Twitter. I have always had mixed signals about Twitter. I understand the value in "Tweeting" but also see the downside of it. I am uneasy about my whole life being posted out there. I do get the value of staying connected, but think there is a whole lot of nonsense Tweeting. I am going to continue to play around with it, and see how I can make it work for me! I was able to locate some of our classmates and will continue to see who else I can find!
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
BLOG#1
As I think about the Internet as I have known it,has been merely a place to retrieve information. I never thought of it that way before the introduction of Web 2.0. This has opened up all sorts of doors. The extent of my social networking has been that of Facebook. Already though, only one week into exploring this unknown material, I am seeing the value more and more. Although I do not currently use these tools; I can see myself becoming more familiar with them and promoting them. I plan to work as a trainer, and would love to see the capability's of social networking here in my company. I believe it would provide an interactive tool, a way of learning rather than that of traditional learning, which many of us have become too accustomed to.
This grouping of those in similar communities to me is exciting, and
I am looking forward to integrating these tools, when they have become more normal than foreign to me!
As I think about the Internet as I have known it,has been merely a place to retrieve information. I never thought of it that way before the introduction of Web 2.0. This has opened up all sorts of doors. The extent of my social networking has been that of Facebook. Already though, only one week into exploring this unknown material, I am seeing the value more and more. Although I do not currently use these tools; I can see myself becoming more familiar with them and promoting them. I plan to work as a trainer, and would love to see the capability's of social networking here in my company. I believe it would provide an interactive tool, a way of learning rather than that of traditional learning, which many of us have become too accustomed to.
This grouping of those in similar communities to me is exciting, and
I am looking forward to integrating these tools, when they have become more normal than foreign to me!
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Information Highway-I have crashed!!!!
Ok I am totally confused now, did Dr. Fritz say Diego or Diigo? Are they the same thing? lol.....
I am excited, scared and anxious. I have never heard of much of this, or only heard of them in passing.
I plan to do some SERIOUS playing around as that is the best way for me to learn-to do!
I am unsure, but think many of my classmates are semi-familiar with this, and that makes me even more uneasy. I don't like to be the only one outside of the circle!
I plan to try and slowly get back on this highway, but I'll be in the slow lane for now, doing 35!!!!!
I am excited, scared and anxious. I have never heard of much of this, or only heard of them in passing.
I plan to do some SERIOUS playing around as that is the best way for me to learn-to do!
I am unsure, but think many of my classmates are semi-familiar with this, and that makes me even more uneasy. I don't like to be the only one outside of the circle!
I plan to try and slowly get back on this highway, but I'll be in the slow lane for now, doing 35!!!!!
Infancy and Blogging
Hmm....this is all so interesting to me. When I have heard the term "blogging" i thought, that is for the 'techys' not me!! HA! so here it is, I am blogging! Too funny. Not so sure where this will go, but who knows perhaps I will use this personally and professionally!
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