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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