MLIS 420/G Multi-Media Technologies in Teaching Foreign Languages Summer 2003 Nathan Love Fac 282 745-5909 Office hours: daily 1:00-2:00 Kim Harrison my handouts my texts my journal my graphics my assignments Exit my sounds June 3, 2003

My Journal June 9, 2003 June 23, 2003 June 10, 2003 June 24, 2003 July 1, 2003 July 2, 2003 June 18, 2003 June 19, 2003 July 3, 2003 June 20, 2003 2/24/2019

My Journal June 9, 2003 Exit What I learned: Today I learned what are probably basic aspects of the movement through computers and their drives and various bells and whistles, if you will, but these are things I really didn’t know very well or needed refreshing. I am also somewhat intimidated by what we are supposed to do for this course. How I might use what I learned: I’ll be able to organize files in my computer and do housekeeping in my computer. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: I think it was presented well; however, I have to admit I did get lost at times. This was most likely due to the fact that technology is a weak area for me. Exit

My Journal June 10, 2003 Exit What I learned: The text modification was mostly a review for me. Saving the document into txt was new, but not difficult. Everything dealing with powerpoint is definitely a learning experience, especially importing documents, pictures, and graphics. How I might use what I learned: I will be able to make powerpoint presentations more interesting by being able to insert pictures. Also, learning how to import documents into powerpoint will save time if I want those documents in my powerpoints. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Sometimes it’s too fast! Exit

My Journal June 11, 2003 Exit What I learned: I learned how to actually create a powerpoint presentation by inserting pictures, graphs, and text. I also learned that virtually any of those things online can be copied and manipulated. The copy/paste was good practice. How I might use what I learned: I’ll be able to create powerpoint presentations, but I’ll also be able to copy/paste any of the things mentioned above on pretty much any document to make it more interesting. I’ll definitely be able to use powerpoints as a way to use visuals in my teaching. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: I like the variety of things we can import/insert into powerpoint! I think it would be helpful if there were some kind of handout that had the various steps of how to do this and that in writing. Exit

My Journal June 12, 2003 Exit What I learned: I learned about various software, pedogogocal and non-pedagogical, that can be used in the classroom. I also learned about Dasher. How I might use what I learned: The software can be used to perform most any language domain, from listening/speaking to reading/writing and grammar and comprehension as well. I’m piloting a kindergarten French program where I focus on oral language only, so I have yet to find software that would work with that age group. Too bad they don’t make Dasher anymore; there’s probably something I could do with that. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: A list of recommended software and a short annotation of what each is about would be great. Exit

My Journal June 13, 2003 Exit What I learned: Today I learned how to find sound files and insert them into powerpoint. I also learned how to record my voice and save it into my powerpoint. Very cool. How I might use what I learned: Again, I can make my powerpoints much more interesting by using sound. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Again, some kind of troubleshooting/how-to guide in the likely event we run into problems. Exit

My Journal June 16, 2003 Exit What I learned: We had a guest who discussed creating websites. I can’t say that I really learned how to do create a website, but now I at least have some sort of schema. How I might use what I learned: I probably know enough to begin to simply play around with creating a website. At this point, though, copying and pasting and then editing someone else’s would be a good place to start. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Exit

My Journal June 17, 2003 Exit What I learned: I learned the basics of how to create a Dasher exercise. How I might use what I learned: Dasher seems to be a good way to design a lesson, via technology, that I can tailor-make to my needs. Considering that there are not many materials available for elementary French, Dasher seems to be a good option. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Written step-by-step directions! Exit

My Journal June 18, 2003 Exit What I learned: I learned more about powerpoint (animation, sounds in animation, transitions, background color) by looking at my classmates’ presentations. How I might use what I learned: I can fine tune my powerpoint presentations and make them more interesting and aesthetically pleasing. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: I really enjoyed looking at all the presentations! Exit

My Journal June 19, 2003 Exit What I learned: I saw scanning for the first time, but I would certainly need more practice to be able to do it. I also learned about hyperlinking slides and websites to pictures. How I might use what I learned: Hyperlinking slides will allow me to guide students as to where I want them to go. It will allow me to manipulate the powerpoint so it can be more interactive. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: So much of this is new to me and I get lost! Exit

My Journal June 20, 2003 Exit What I learned: I learned more about inserting sound waves into powerpoints. How I might use what I learned: I can use my voice in presentations. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Exit

My Journal June 23, 2003 Exit What I learned: I learned how to create my own interactive powerpoint with interactive hyperlinks. How I might use what I learned: What I created was pretty basic, and I know enough to be able to revamp it, but learning how to make a presentation that flows and has active links was a big step for me. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: I like being able to work on tasks during class time. Exit

My Journal June 24, 2003 Exit What I learned: I got behind on the Excel, so I definitely need to go through that again. On working on my revised mini project I learned more about powerpoint: how to copy slides into a new presentation, changing slide order, timing the effects. How I might use what I learned: Learning more and more about powerpoints is great. I will definitely be able to use them as a way to implement technology into teaching. I will be able to have computer lab sessions in which the students can use powerpoints as learning activities. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: The excel session was too fast! Exit

My Journal June 25, 2003 Exit What I learned: I learned a bit more about powerpoint in looking at the other projects, such as word art and linking. I need more practice with linking, though. How I might use what I learned: I’ll be able to refine my presentations. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Exit

My Journal June 26, 2003 Exit What I learned: Dasher and Excel became a little more clear to me, but I will definitely need to work with them more to really understand how they work. How I might use what I learned: I’m really looking forward to working with Dasher and curious to see how it works in its entirety. Now that I know how to put in a formula, Excel will be handy. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Exit

My Journal June 27, 2003 Exit What I learned: Alejandro told us about the Discovery School website where you can create quizzes and tests online. Susann had great ideas about using authentic materials in teaching vocabulary. How I might use what I learned: The Discovery website is a great tool for teachers, and I think students would like the format. I can definitely use Susann’s ideas, especially with younger learners. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: They both did a great job; I’m glad they were here! Exit

My Journal June 30, 2003 Exit What I learned: Today I worked on my final project, and I was very proud of myself for being able to navigate correctly through powerpoint. How I might use what I learned: Learning how to use powerpoint, especially the ways you can tailor it to suit your specific needs, has opened a new pathway for me. I will definitely use ppt in teaching. Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Exit

My Journal July 1, 2003 Exit What I learned: Today I worked on my final project. It’s coming along nicely. How I might use what I learned: Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Exit

My Journal July 2, 2003 Exit What I learned: I continued work on my final project today. As I work on it, ppt is getting much easier to navigate. How I might use what I learned: Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Exit

My Journal July 3, 2003 Exit What I learned: Work continues on my final project! How I might use what I learned: Critique: how might the lesson be better presented: Thank you for all the great resources, including useful websites and the CDs! Exit

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My Sounds All of these in this column are from my computer files. Sorry, I didn’t name them. My voice. This is imported from the Internet.

My Handouts