Do You Believe?

PODCASTING

A great way to introduce yourself to your online students is by podcasting. Podcasts are like web-based radio broadcasts that you can play over and over again. It's a good way to introduce a course and let the students know what is expected of them.

To do a podcast, go to audacity.sourceforge.net to record audio, edit the sound file, add music, and export the file. All you have to do next is upload your file to a website.

What do you think are advantages or disadvantages of podcasting?

VIDEO

Do you need a good pick-me-up? Here is a great speech given by...a kid. Just what do kids expect from their teachers? Listen up as young Dalton Sherman tells all.

http://www.schooltube.com/video/10112/Do-You-Believe-Dalton-Sherman

Reflection: So many times I am guilty of giving out information all day and never taking the time to reflect on my teaching practice. It always seems like there's so much to do...lesson plans, faculty meetings, bus duty, grading, after-school, and teaching. I have found that sometimes the teachable moments come when my students teach me. I learn so much from the diverse students that I have. I learn about caring, and empathy. I am reminded that we are all people working toward a common goal. Please watch the video and let me know what you think.