WEB 2.0 TOOLS

WOW,
Web 2.0 is a web based set of tools that are accessed on the web. The best part about all of these is the fact that if you get the net you can get the tools. Most of them are free! Spreadsheets, audio, video, picture programs, power point, etc are some of the many options to choose from. Very useful, easy to use, and the best part is the compatibility of working with your home computer, laptop, mac, windows, etc.

SOME OF MY FAVORITE 2.0 TOOLS:
Here are some of my favorite web 2.0 tools that I am currently using
GOOGLE DOCS:
I have stopped taking notes on my Microsoft word program because of the user friendly google docs programs. I love the ability of having everything available to me, in one spot, on all my computers. I can't forget anything at home, have flash drive problems, etc. I am using google docs to share documents in my classes. I am excited to learn how to use the spreadsheet features of this program. It is completely free and anyone can use it if they can access the Internet.
YODIO:
Yodio is an instant voice messaging system that is accessed through a home or cell phone. Yodio was brought to my attention when I called in some reflections on our OTEN conference. It is easy to use. It is a great way to make a short phone call and have that go directly to my Yodio account online. I can call in reminders, summarize lectures, reflect on experiences, etc. One cool thing about this tool is the ability to attach photos or videos and give a voice over through my yodio account.
YOUTUBE:
I am fortunate enough to have access to a digital editing program where I work. I spend all day cutting up film of football games. I went to a pop warner football game, filmed some plays, pulled out a clip, and posted it all on Youtube and my blog. Once I had the clip it took me less than 20 minutes to create an account and post my first video. I even posted the same clip on my blog.
QUIZLET:
I was referred to this website http://quizlet.com/ by a friend. It was so cool I wanted to share it with the class. This is a great site for students to make their own flashcards for studying. I have only dabbled with this but it is very easy to use. It takes a little time to create the cards but it ends up being a great way to study. They can give you tests on your material, in random order. You can choose to be quizzed on the answers to questions or just vocab words where you give the answer. All this is available for free and anyone with access to the internet can use it. Create an account and use it from any computer!

Yodio - MY FIRST YODIO....oten...Yodio by justnesbitt

Why Blog?

Blogging for teachers:
How will this help? Here are a few reasons I think blogging will help in our classrooms.
It is a fun and easy way for us to learn about one another, open up communication in the classroom, connect in a digital world, etc.

It provides a home base for teachers to communicate, link websites, learning activities, etc to their class.

Blogging encourages students to write, express their feelings, share ideas and much more

A little about me

I have lived in the Eugene area my entire life. I moved to Salem this summer to coach football here @ Willamette University. I have been interested in teaching since I graduated from the University of Oregon. I decided to start the aspire prgram in August. My goal is to be a high school social studies teacher and coach.

Morning Laugh

Just came across this funny message, sent from a teacher friend of mine.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7C5Rnb7J3sU
Hope you get a good laugh