Microsoft word has become part of my daily life. As a student
I have used Microsoft Word to write essays and complete
assignments. I have seen my teachers use Microsoft word to write down ideas we
may have during a classroom discussion. They have also used Microsoft word to make
lesson plans and exams. I remember my sixth grade teacher used it as a way to
present certificates to students who are excessing in her class. One of my high
school teachers used Microsoft word as a checklist when she was going over her expectations and standards in class.
My experience with copyright and fair use of materials has
been pretty limited because of an incident in my 9th grade Geometry
class I allowed my best friend to copy my geometry project because he did not
finish his. When doing the equation and getting an answer instead of my
rounding off I wrote the entire number on my paper…so did he! My geometry
teacher did not call us out about it however, she made a broad statement that cheating
was not allowed. Instead of her giving me and my friend a zero she only gave us
a 75! The project was extremely easy and I was disappointed at him for now
rounding the numbers but more disappointed at myself for allowing him to copy
my work. I received a B in geometry…. *insets sad face*
As a teacher I would not tolerate any kind of cheating
however, I would inform students of that in the beginning and have posters posted in class so they know that I’m serious about it. I would have my students cite any
sources to avoid the copyright issue. I would ask my administration if I have
any question regarding the topic.
The skills I acquired from learning about twitter and other
learning networks was that I did not think lots of people used twitter as a PLN. I found
many educators who had the same interest as me and I was shocked. In my future
career I can use PLN’s to help me accomplish things at my school such as
fundraisers and donations. I can also use them to get different ideas and how
to teach my students concepts that may be difficult.
Nice example and personal reflection! It always seem nice to help out those round you, I am honestly at fault for it too every now and then. *insert nervous face*
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the examples about your teachers using Microsoft Word! I too had a teacher that used it as a way to make certificates for her students. I also did not expect many educators to use Twitter; now I find it as a great source to stay up-to-date with new technology.
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