Final Class Reflection

WOW! Time sure flies when your having fun!

I cannot believe that it has already been 6 weeks since this class began. When I first started this class, I would have never called myself a genius expert. But, now, I have learned SO MUCH about how to incorporate technology into my life, and into my classrooms in the future. In order to have student centered classrooms with engaged students, you can use so many technological tools.

Some of my favourite tools are google slides, powerpoint, prezi, powtoon, popplet, and imovie. Now, I feel more confident in being a 21st century teacher and when I create lesson plans I will be taking these fun tools into consideration.

I enjoyed this class because it was applicable to everyday teaching. The class was very "hands on" and I got "to apply" my knowledge and interests in the classroom and on my own time.

Couse, Baker. (2013, May 11). Time flies. [Picture]. Retrieved from https://www.flickr.com/photos/29233640@N07/8730739154

Final Genius Hour Reflection

I have completed my TedTalk and all aspects of the assignment are completed!! :) My tabs are organized, everything was properly embedded, and I have communicated with my blog readers appropriately on each tab.

 I am a little disappointed that my Prezi was not more clear on my TedTalk video recording, but sometimes that happens when video-ing a technological device (like a projector). With that being said, it is not the end of the world. Overall, I am content with my campaign and think it can encourage people to stop texting and driving.

I am happy that people can access my Prezi on the final Genius hour tab so they can access the inspirational video as well as all my statistics. I really enjoyed doing this Genius Hour project. I have decided that I will definitely have my students do a Genius Hour project when I have my own homeroom class. I think it is a great idea and motivator for us to follow our passions, learn how to use digital tools, and be a learning experience for how to do research.

Krebs, Denise. (2014, July 8th). IDEAS for genius hour. Retrieved from https://www.flickr.com/photos/mrsdkrebs/14625360713

Reflection on Genius Hour (October 4th)

Today I am going to record myself doing my TedTalk! I have rented out the swivel from the IRC and have prepared my prezi and speech.

I am kind of nervous to film but I think I have to remember that no one is watching me so I just need to breathe and take my time - and if I make a mistake I can always re-record!

When I present my TedTalk, I am going to try my best to be engaging and be enthusiastic. I want to grasp the audiences attention, and be professional at the same time.

Here I go... Wish me luck!!

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Reflection on Genius Hour (October 1st)

I know I usually post on Thursdays but I am posting today because I had a very productive Saturday. I completed my I-movie trailer! It was really fun to learn how to use I-movie. 

The only issue I had was that I wanted to have photos in my movie but I-movie would only let me post videos... so I ended up videoing photos. This was a tad frustrating but despite that, it was an easy process! I am trying to figure out how to finalize the movie and how to embed it onto my blog. This is a working process! 

For my I-movie, I actually did it on a texting and driving documentary as opposed to it being a trailer on genius hour because it was something that I had envisioned to do from that start. Now, I need to focus on creating my TedTalk and I am completing a Prezi to go with my TedTalk. I have rented out a classroom at school and am also used a Swivel to video-tape my TedTalk! It is all slowly coming together. Talk to you soon!