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The Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) has been a game-changer in K-12 education for over 40 years. It’s where thousands of educators and tech innovators come together to explore how technology can improve teaching and learning. The event focuses on integrating tech into classrooms, enhancing student experiences, and empowering teachers to rethink their approaches. FETC offers a ton of learning opportunities, with over 500 workshops and seminars and nearly 9,000 attendees. Plus, with hundreds of exhibitors, there’s always something new to discover. It’s a must-attend event for anyone in the edtech world!

Where does the time fly- Week 10 of The Semester

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As my last semester at FSU wraps up, it’s crazy to reflect on everything I’ve learned—especially from assignments like web design! Diving into web design taught me a ton about structure and visual appeal. I used principles like balance and contrast to keep the site easy to navigate and visually interesting. For example, I balanced text and images by ensuring no page felt too crowded or too sparse. I also used proximity to keep related information close together, which made it easier to follow. Color theory played a huge role too—I chose a color palette that was inviting but professional, giving it the right tone for my target audience. I enjoyed the creativity, but at times it was tough to keep up with coding details. However, these skills are super useful for my career goals; knowing the basics of web design will be invaluable in communicating project information clearly and creating resources that are both functional and engaging.

Here’s a QR code that links to my website! 

Thinking about QR codes, I’d use them in my future classroom as interactive links to extra resources. For instance, I could print QR codes next to classroom displays on historical events or important figures, so students could scan them to find out more. I found an idea online where QR codes link to student projects; it’s a great way to engage kids with content beyond the classroom walls.

For this week’s practice, I found an interesting real-world ethical case study: Stacy Snyder, a teacher-in-training, was dismissed from her program due to a MySpace photo showing her with a “drunken pirate” caption. This case raised concerns about online privacy and teacher productivity, especially when personal actions affect professional life. To handle a situation like this, schools should provide clear, consistent guidelines on social media conduct for educators. Knowing what’s expected can actually enhance productivity by reducing worry over personal expression, helping teachers stay focused on their responsibilities in the classroom. When teachers are confident in how to balance their professional and personal lives, they’re free to focus on student engagement, lesson planning, and professional growth without distraction.

Week 4 of My Lovely Blog!

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I've found blogging to be an interesting experience; it's similar to journaling but with more structure. I like having the opportunity to express my ideas, and it brings back memories of my work assisting kids at Guadalupe Center with their learning reflections. However, it can be a little intimidating to think that someone else is reading my thoughts. Nevertheless, I've come to see how important it is to write with your audience in mind; doing so has enhanced my communication and forced me to be more intentional in the information I give.

I really first came across Kahoot! when I was tutoring, and it's a Web 2.0 application I really enjoy using. This software, which is game-based and turns lessons into enjoyable, competitive quizzes, has been really helpful in keeping my students attention during review sessions. I really enjoyed watching how their engagement increased as a result of the friendly competition, especially that of the quieter ones. Learning is given a fresh perspective with Kahoot!, which makes it seem more like a challenge than a job. You can check out Kahoot! here.💻

I felt like I was trial and error with generative AI in the beginning. It definitely reminded me of how I'd lead my students through similar creative processes when I first attempted it, helping create ideas for projects. When I tried to get it to handle specifics, I found that it was hit or miss; it was similar to the times when I would walk students through difficult topics and they required extra help along the way. It worked great for thinking in broad terms, though.

In the future, I see myself utilizing generative AI in the classroom as a helpful tool for ideation or even to break down difficult concepts. However, I would also make sure to address the ethical issues, much as I did when I worked with students, training them to be skeptical of their tools and to use AI to supplement their own thought processes rather than as a quick fix. Although AI is somewhat helpful I would completely rely on it, because if that were the case we wouldn't need teachers as well as other professions.

Until next time bloggers....

Week Four of Love's Blogs!

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Although this week has been a little hectic, especially with Hurricane Helene, but we are back on with our regular blogs.

One of the Florida Standards, which focuses on using digital technologies to help students produce and share multimedia products, caught my attention when I looked through the CPALMS. To improve collaboration and communication, this guideline promotes the use of technology in the classroom. Even while I feel comfortable using simple programs like Google Slides and PowerPoint, I'm aware that there are more complex online resources that I'm not as knowledgeable about. I'd need to grow better at areas like interactive presentations and video editing if I wanted to completely implement this standard, but I think I could do it with a little more training.

I was looking through the CPALMS Educator Toolkit's resources for Grade 6 English Language Arts when I came across this great lesson plan on using digital storytelling to analyze literary aspects. This curriculum guides teachers and students through the process of crafting digital narratives to enhance their comprehension of literature. This program, which combines classic analysis with imaginative digital tools, seems like it may be incredibly interesting in the classroom. It's an engaging approach to help students develop critical thinking skills and valuable use of technology habits.

Teachers need to be proficient in online searching because it makes it easier for them to find relevant and correct resources quickly, which keeps lessons engaging. Restricting results using particular search phrases and filters is one search strategy I know I'll be doing more of. This will help me find exactly what I'm seeking while saving me time. I've been utilizing an easy technique that wasn't mentioned this week to help me obtain more accurate results when I search: adding quotes around exact phrases. I've been doing this for a long.

I feel conflicted as I start looking into artificial intelligence in the classroom. AI has the potential to be a useful tool for individualized learning, providing students with additional support according to their specific needs. However, I'm concerned that excessive reliance will stunt students' critical thinking and creativity. Concerns exist around student data usage and privacy as well. Although I believe AI has the potential to improve learning, I also believe that to maintain the human aspect of education, AI should be used in combination with conventional teaching techniques.

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Week Three Of My Blogs:)

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     When developing lesson plans and assisting students with their own creative work, teachers must understand the ideas of copyright and fair use. As a teacher, I would be responsible for ensuring that all of the materials I utilize—texts, videos, or images—account for copyright restrictions and are used by fair use principles. This implies that without violating the owner's rights, I may share small sections of copyrighted work for educational purposes as long as I gave due credit and stayed within the parameters of fair use. I've discovered that to keep out of trouble legally and encourage respect for intellectual property, I and my students must be aware of these limitations. One topic that keeps coming up to me is how to manage fair use in a digital learning environment when information can be updated and shared freely. 

      Cyberbullying is a major worry when it comes to technology implementation issues. In order to solve this problem, I would set up a welcoming online environment in my future classroom and provide explicit rules about proper conduct. Educating students about the effects of cyberbullying and putting in place a system that allows them to report problems anonymously are two ways to address this problem. Furthermore, teaching the students about digital citizenship would help them comprehend the value of online courtesy and respect. I want to lessen the possibility of cyberbullying by encouraging open communication and utilizing monitoring tools. 

    I learned a lot about layout, visual design, and content organization while working on the newsletter design assignment. I could communicate ideas concisely and clearly because of these abilities, which is crucial in any professional situation. In the future, I would improve my newsletter's interactivity and add multimedia features to make it more visually dynamic. I can use the design and communication abilities I gained from this assignment in my future work, particularly whether I'm making business materials, presentations, or formal documents. I've included a screenshot of my newsletter to demonstrate my development. 

 

Second Blog Of The Semester

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As a student, I had a lot of experience with Microsoft Word. It was my go-to resource for writing essays and reports in grades K–12. I still frequently use it for academic papers at Florida State University because of its useful formatting and citation capabilities. Having said that, I occasionally find myself gravitating toward Google Docs because I can view my work from any device, and real-time collaboration is made easier. Cloud-based technologies are very helpful in managing group projects and rapid revisions because of their convenience.

The ISTE Standards for Educators' "Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership" requirement is one that I think has special significance. It motivates teachers to use technology to improve their instruction and continue their professional development. The requirement is significant because it emphasizes how crucial it is for educators to adjust to new resources and techniques. Balancing technology use with more conventional approaches still intrigues me, especially in making sure that all students—even the less proficient in technology—benefit from these developments.

The phrase "digital native" refers to young people who have been exposed to technology and are naturally adept at using it. Being a digital native, in my opinion, means that I can learn new digital technologies fast and use them efficiently. But I've seen that many of my teachers—who are more like digital immigrants—may find it difficult to use new technology at times and use it less regularly. This distinction may affect how technology is applied in the classroom. I imagine that my students in the future will be even more tech-savvy, so I'll need to continuously modify my teaching strategies to suit their requirements and stay up to date with the newest resources.