I was intrigued in class today about our various options for our project. I noticed that the e-portfolio section had a lot more "webs" or ideas attached to it. Some of those ideas I have already completed or am completing as I type this blog entry. I am well aware that an e-portfolio will have many positive implications towards my future employment and that I should take time to type out my teaching philosophy. I do like the idea of having a professional website that includes all my education, awards and abilities.
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I would also enjoy learning how to develop a Web Quest. My co-operating teacher has plans for me to sub in April and I plan to design my Web Quest to suit the needs of her class during that time. I also desire to become more aware of the process of developing a Web Quest for my future classes. I want my students to be more "hands on" in my classes to create a better understanding of mathematical concepts. In other words, to have "math make sense." That terminology may scare some people because of the textbooks in classrooms that declare that fact but offer little evidence when used. Hopefully, I can help to overcome these fears through the use of more inquiry based learning tools such as Web Quest.
A decision must be made by myself and other members of this ETAD 470 class on whether to create a Web Quest or e-Portfolio. What will your decision be?
This is something I am still trying to decide over. I'm having a difficult time! Both options have their own "pros" it will definitely be interesting to see how each of us interprets the assignment. That is one of the best things about classes like this is it gives you so many great ideas!
ReplyDeleteI love the ideas that I have gotten from this class. Starting a blog for my son has been a great way to see his adventures while he is away from home. I hope to suggest this idea to parents as a way to document vacations for their children and themselves.
DeleteThis is also something I am trying to decide over. I think it all depends on what you will find useful for yourself in the future. I love the idea of designing a Web Quest but I do not think it would be useful for me. I do not know where I will be teaching in the future or what subject. I think an e-Portfolio is more realistic for me right now.
ReplyDeleteI agree. When I wrote this blog I was leaning toward doing a Web Quest but now I am thinking an e-Portfolio would be more beneficial.
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