Week 4 Thing #8

What do I like about RSS and newsreaders? I think that RSS keeps an individual up to date on specific topics. I think that this is useful to students to have accurate information that is not outdated. Libraries could use this to help patrons find information more efficiently. It would also help librarians to find updated or simplify searches for books or journals.

Week #3 Thing 7

Technology.... I am blown away by the advancements in technology. I was introduced to Face book the other day. I was surprised how it lends itself to keeping in touch with old friends and new ones. I believe that it incorporates the idea of email, instant messaging, photo sharing, advertising , and a whole mess of other tools all in one. It does however have its down side. One placed in the wrong hands..individuals can use this tool to slam or harass others.

Week #3 Thing 6

• Creating trading cards is a innovative way of teaching vocabulary. However, with lower level students I can see how the lesson could be time consuming. Students could be partnered to give all students a chance to work or help those lacking in computer skills. I created this one for the purpose of teaching planets.

Week #3 Thing #5

It's Never too Early to Read!

My nephew learning a lifelong habit.

Week #2 Learning to create avatar

I have to say that I am a newbie at creating avatars. I hope that I have displayed it correctly. The hair does not fully represent me but it was fun messing aorund with the options.

Week 1 Thing #1Learning to create avatar

I have to say that I am a newbie at creating avatars. I hope that I have displayed it correctly. The hair does not fully represent me but it was fun messing aorund with the options.

Summer Reading List

2x2 Reading List

http://www.txla.org/groups/crt/2x2intro.htm

Texas Bluebonnet List http://www.txla.org/groups/tba/index.html

Lonestar Reading List http://www.txla.org/groups/yart/lonestarlists.html