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Comment on Reflection: Share Your Thoughts — "I’m Grateful For…" by Ben

Ben — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:30:03 +0000

That, and good food

Comment on Close the Book. Recall. Write it Down. by Anonymous

Anonymous — Wed, 27 May 2009 16:17:34 +0000

Nice!

Comment on Can Wikipedia be Used to Teach Writing? by Professional Writing

Professional Writing — Sun, 10 May 2009 22:28:42 +0000

I like the idea of having the students post work to have it criticized. It would give them a taste of what peer review is like. At many colleges, for example the one I went to, we had a university Wiki, where all of the information came from the students and professsors. Wikipedia is a good tool, as long as there is adequate sources for the information.
-Matt

Comment on Why All Professors Should Blog by Cazare in Bucuresti

Cazare in Bucuresti — Tue, 05 May 2009 10:35:43 +0000

1. Because somebody may want to know more about you
2. You should blog about your work about your ideas or your life
3. Presenting yourself , what you have done , something like a cv

Comment on The 10 Commandments of Lecturing by Glenn Tiede

Glenn Tiede — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 14:52:41 +0000

Good suggestions all. I consciously try to achieve them in my large lecture-format classes. I’m curious about number IX, though. Is this really a common failing? I’ve never been tempted to move a 100+ student lecture classes out of doors, nor did I ever have any outside when I was a student.

Comment on "I Believe…" (What’s Your Pedagogic Creed?) by jmcclain1

jmcclain1 — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:19:07 +0000

I am currently working on creating my personal pedagogic creed. I have read volumes on differing philosophies, but am not sure what information needs to actually be incorporated into my own creed.

Does anyone have any advice that can help me out?

Comment on Valuing Student Learning: What’s your Assessment Model/Theory? by Champagne Lady

Champagne Lady — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 20:54:01 +0000

I agree that feedback is vital to gauge the effectness of you traching methods. Our students deserve to have the best possible learning environment to prosper. Let’s hope that there will be more money spent on education rather than sports programs.

Comment on Motivating "These Kids Today" (Discussion/Workshop Extension) by digital camera for kids

digital camera for kids — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 05:07:45 +0000

Quoting from the book by Pat Barrett Dragan ” Teachers discover that one of your most powerful tools for learning and teaching, is the one that’s also the most exciting for kids. Bring cameras into your classroom and focus your students’ creativity and watch what develops.”

Comment on Google Books by water damage restoration

water damage restoration — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 12:10:37 +0000

I just started using google books and think that it’s great. However there were some searches that resulted in spammy results. The results were’nt even books. They were just advertisments disguuised as books. These spammers created a fake book cover on photoshop or something and it was all ad copy for their company. Besides the spam I like the tool a lot.

Comment on Terence Online- Another BGSU Blog Resource by web conferencing

web conferencing — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 03:43:39 +0000

Thanks for sharing. I’d recommend a open source web conferencing tool dimdim, it’s cool and open source, ideal for elearning program in schools.

Comment on Effective Group Projects by David Brim

David Brim — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 02:23:37 +0000

Students retain more and find it more practical when they are actively involved. Group projects are one very effective way to get students involved and working together for a common objective.

Some problems students face when dealing is time conflicts, procrastination and lack of accountability.

Try out http://www.grouptable.com with your students.

GroupTable is a collaboration software tailored for student group projects and study groups. GroupTable provides a solution to many of the pitfalls that students run into in their group work…and it’s free to use

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Comment on Reflections: TA Workshop #1 by efficaciousoutlook

efficaciousoutlook — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:16:00 +0000

We’re glad that you came to the workshop and hope you can bring someone new to the next one. Please come and visit CTL anytime for help with setting up and/or using blogs in your course.

Comment on Social Responsibilities in the Classroom by Grace

Grace — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:06:00 +0000

I would be the last to suggest forcing my values on students, but I think giving students an opportunities to discuss their values is incredibly important. Questioning what those values are, how they came to them, why they hold them, and how they can apply them can not only lead to good citizenship but gives them an opportunity to think critically.

Comment on Motivating "These Kids Today" (Discussion/Workshop Extension) by Michelle

Michelle — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:03:00 +0000

We discussed in the workshop giving time in class to do some of the assignments. I admit it – I’m conflicted on this issue. I’m trying it with a group presentation the students will complete, but part of me thinks that’s allowing the students too much flexibility. BUT, I might also consider it just another opportunity for the students to be engaged in the material and constructing meaning. Anyone else have a firm opinion?

Comment on Reflections: TA Workshop #1 by Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 16:59:00 +0000

I had a great time at the workshop. I loved the idea about requiring blog postings in response to the readings. I’ll be using that in my class if I can figure out how. Hopefully we can talk about that at one of the workshops.

Comment on Motivating "These Kids Today" (Discussion/Workshop Extension) by Jodi Haney

Jodi Haney — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:20:00 +0000

I am trying new ideas every semester. This year my ENVS 101v students are creating wiki’s on these topics : McCain vs. Obama on the environment, Drilling in ANWR, Alternative Energy, Alternatively Powered Vehicles. So far… BRIGHT EYES and ENGAGED MINDS by 100% of the students. Probably worth mentioning… when I’m up front lecturing or leading a lesson… not quite 100% with bright eyes and engaged minds Same course went on a 5 hour service learning field trip yesterday (saturday) to help local land owners determine possible environmental problems associated with an encroached drain pipe and potential solutions based on environmental policies and regulations. Started the day with a short yoga class held in nature to help us connect with the earth before we started. Exhausted by days end, but again, BRIGHT EYED and ENGAGED. Would love to know what others are doing… let’s exchange ideas!

Comment on Reflections: TA Workshop #1 by Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 15:08:00 +0000

what are some ways to not have to lecture all the time?

also, what can i do about creating more active class discussion?

Comment on A Defense of In-Person Education by Anonymous

Anonymous — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 15:17:00 +0000

You make excellent points. Thanks for your comments. It would be interesting to hear what other readers would have to say.

Comment on A Defense of In-Person Education by Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 15:28:00 +0000

She makes some valid points that will hopefully be considered, not only for online courses/teaching, but for face to face (F2F) as well. Multisensory experiences are needed for effective and deep, meaningful learning. Online courses and portals do not make these offerings easy to do… yet.

Whenever referring to new and emerging technologies, it’s awfully shortsighted to say, think, or believe that (as she says) “It can’t be done online” — with the creative minds of teachers, instructional designers, and students seeking new and effective ways to teach and learn, it’s only a matter of time. Giving up trying certainly puts the effort at a disadvantage and leaves students also at a disadvantage if access is denied.

Comment on Where Will You Teach? by Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:23:00 +0000

I’m applying to all three – teaching, research, and “balanced” schools. I love teaching, have a love-hate relationship with research – but REALLY want an academic job (as opposed to one in industry). Applying to all types of universities across the country increases my chances.

Comment on Ask AL- Tech Tip Creating Mailing Labels by TheWhiteSeal

TheWhiteSeal — Wed, 07 May 2008 14:16:00 +0000

I just found your blog, has been a great read! Just thought it may interest you to know, a while back i managed to find a british labels company who printed me some mailing labels for a really low price. If interested then it may be worth taking a look at their website.

Comment on Ken Bain (Part 3): Effective Learning Environments by Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 13:55:00 +0000

As Dorothy Parker says, “The cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity.” Find a way to get them curious, keep them learning—possibly for life.

Comment on Ask AL- Web 2.0 and Google Docs by Erik

Erik — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 20:07:00 +0000

I always use Firefox, whether im on a PC, Mac or linux and Google docs seems to work great…

Comment on How University Administrators (& Faculty) Should Approach Facebook: 10 Rules by CR

CR — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 00:23:00 +0000

I just heard a faculty member at another university mention that he uses Facebook for his advisees/majors. He posts general information and updates to help direct these students about upcoming events, appointment scheduling, and changes. By using Facebook, students receive (and read!?) the information within 2 minutes, rather than using Blackboard and only get the information after they log in (and if they read the Annoucements). Are any BGSU advisers using Facebook in this way?

Comment on Ask AL- Web 2.0 and Google Docs by Anonymous

Anonymous — Sat, 17 Nov 2007 14:33:00 +0000

Does one need to have a Windows computer to use Google Docs? What about using Explorer versus Firefox; any suggestions?

Comment on Sarah Robbins (Intellagirl) Speaks at TechTrends Series by Anonymous

Anonymous — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 19:34:00 +0000

The BGNews has an article in today's paper (10/26/07) about SL, Sarah Robbins, and Anthony Fontana.

Comment on Sarah Robbins (Intellagirl) Speaks at TechTrends Series by cyberdiva

cyberdiva — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 18:19:00 +0000

I enjoyed meeting Intellagirl.

Yes I have used secondlife in my classes with productive results.

Radhika

Comment on A Vision of Students Today by Anonymous

Anonymous — Tue, 16 Oct 2007 16:50:00 +0000

Great concept to consider as a faculty member, but what does this really mean for all of us? Are newer faculty more in tune with students today? I’m not sure where to go from here…

Comment on MyFiles: Easy File Storage and Access by Ashley

Ashley — Thu, 27 Sep 2007 01:14:00 +0000

Does the CTLT plan to gather any data about how this new service is used? Do you plan any other assessments? If you do, we at Carnegie Mellon’s Office of Technology for Education would love to hear about them…