EDLD 5366 - Week 5 Assignment

Self-Assessment

            There are two essential points that I gained. The first one no longer allows me to look at any published document, website, or visual media without being aware of and identifying the four basic design principles of contrast, repetition, alignment, and proximity.   These four principles not only guide you through competition of your media, it also serves as a method to double check your work. (Rundle, 2006)  Secondly, I find myself no longer being satisfied with the status quo. I realize that I must seek new technologically based instructional methods and opportunities on a consistent, almost daily basis.

Learn as a Learner

            My perspective was shifted from that of instructor to that of group member and co-learner. Our website was one of cooperative and collaborative learning. Each member brought a certain amount of responsibility and contribution to the project which forced a perspective of reliance that I normally don’t associate with. This was a positive and reminded me of the need for cooperation within the classroom. This also reinforced the value and importance of using web 2.0 tools when completing an assignment.

Lifelong Learning Skills

The very essence of being an educator is that we engage in a lifelong process of learning. (Day, 1999) If we as educators continually seek the most current technology based instructional methods, we will in fact, be simultaneously adhering to both lifelong learning skills and providing our students an opportunity to learn on a relatable plain.

 Implementation in the Classroom

            One of my concerns is that in hindsight, I may have become complacent in my instructional methods. Web 2.0 tools have been a part of my repertoire for some time now, but I find myself not seeking newer tools as they become available. I must address areas that I have regarded as non-learning such as social bookmarking sites. These sites allow storing, describing, and sharing bookmarks. (Alexander, 2006) My prior philosophy didn’t consider how such a concept could be utilized in the classroom. That must change.

           

Citations

Rundle, M. (2006, April 06). How c.r.a.p is your site design?. Retrieved from http://blog.teamtreehouse.com/how-crap-is-your-site-design

Day, C. (1999). Developing teachers: The challenges of lifelong learning. Routledge.

Alexander, B. (2006). Web 2.0: A new wave of innovation for teaching and learning?. Educause review, 41(2), 32.

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EDLD 5366 Week 3 Assignment!

An ancient manuscript

The title of my document is Gospels (‘Lindisfarne Gospels’), comprising prefaces (3r–9r) and canon tables (10r–17v); Matthew (18v–89v); Mark (89v–130r); Luke (130r–203r); John (203v–259r); and a colophon (259r) and can be found at http://www.bl.uk/manuscripts/FullDisplay.aspx?index=9&ref=Cotton_MS_Nero_D_IV .

Lindsfarne Gospels

My first impression was one of amazement and of awe. The fact that the document isn't written in English is of no consequence. There is the element of contrast due to the typeface and to the incredibly strong impression that it provides. The font is powerful regardless of the language. There is great consistency throughout the entire manuscript thereby creating the repetition that we seek. The alignment is primarily two columns that are left aligned with indentation. It is difficult for an accurate assessment of the proximity aspect due to the language barrier. My guess is there is proximity due to the organization and the grouping of the visual elements.

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After viewing the latest webcasts from Dr. Abernathy, I find that much of the mystery has been taken out of the class requirements. There may be a cloud or two that I have to remove, but on the whole, things are better. Some of the points stressed by Dr. Abernathy include the basic premise of the collaborative effect of the group itself. Our purpose and objective is to help each other, not only in the present but also in the future with our students, fellow teachers, and administrators. One question that I was familiar with dealt with the differences between a script and the outline. Dr. Abernathy gave a common sense explanation and the issue was resolved. This, I believe is a classic example of over thinking a given issue. This is something that I have gained great expertise in and wish that I hadn't. The subject of maintaining a level course of progress toward fulfilling the intern hours requirements was stressed by Dr. Abernathy. She provided an example of a student that has fallen behind, and was in danger academically. The subject of the ILD, Instructional Leadership Development, was discussed and we were given some appropriate and timely suggestions to that end. I understand from Dr. Abernathy that I should probably start preparing for the ILD at my local ESC. I am past the halfway point in the program, and it was her thought to begin the process of addressing that portion of certification. I feel as though these web conferences are very valuable in that the unknown becomes known, and I find great comfort in that.

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