Journal 2

MS Word

As a student, I have used MS Word for note taking as the convenient format options have allowed me to take notes in a time efficient and effective manner. I have also used Word to design campaign posters for SGA elections and generate simple posters or ads for class as necessary. I have seen teachers use word for project planning as they have taught students how to use different graphics, text, and formats to present an assigned project. In the classroom teachers usually use Word to teach different skills which will be necessary for the students to utilize in classroom assignments. So, Word is a tool used to teach a variety of necessary project skills. 

Fair Material Use 

In this day and age being mindful of copyright is necessary. In the classroom, originality is key, whether that originality be from a teachers perspective or students. As a teacher developing instructional materials, I can see myself looking at different lesson plans from other teachers, but ultimately taking that idea and making my own unique set of instructions. Thus, I can use my inspiration from different works and channel my own expressive goals for the students. In order to ensure students create their own works, I would plan to do a lesson at the beginning of the school year on originality so that from the beginning the expectations are outlined, providing no reason for the students to rebel and if they choose to do so, students should be aware of the consequences.  

Tech Implementation Issues

In today's society cyberbullying and decreased productivity are two common issues most notably seen in classrooms. Cyberbullying refers to bullying through electronic means. Yet, although this form of bullying is detrimental, there are a few ways this problem can be mitigated. The key in responding to cyberbullying is if you are a victim, never respond to the threat and instead go to a teacher, talk about what is going on, and outline a plan of action to reduce future instances. Another issue in the classroom is decreased productivity of students which occurs when students have no motivation to preform or do not wish to at all. Dealing with this may be difficult but incorporating hands on classroom activities is a good alternative where children can engage with the classroom in a different manner. The most important thing to remember when dealing with these classroom issues, is that the role of a teacher is to solve these problems and the kids should trust the teacher enough to be able to communicate what's going on.