Friday, March 26, 2010

3/26

Do you think this should be a concern at Campus High School? Do you think that this is one of the reasons why students are not suppose to use their electronic devices in school?


Yes i think its a concern at campus high. No because students should have a way calling a family member in case of an emergency.

Thursday, March 25, 2010

3/25

Why do you think it is important to include information from several credible resources when creating a research project? How do you know if a source is credible?


Because just one resource doesn't have the same information as another. A source is only credible if back up by facts not opinions.

Wednesday, March 24, 2010

3/24

What do you think the benefits are to using video games in the classroom? Are there any negatives?


I think that using video games in classrooms benefits both students and teachers because the students pay attention and the teachers are getting the students to learn what they need to learn.

3/23

Do you think that you can learn more using mobile learning? Why? Would you reccommend using mobile learning at Campus High School? Write an email to the school administration and board of education stating your opinion.


Yes, because our generation are using technology to learn more then the generations before us. I think that Campus High should use mobile learning because most student don't pay attention when using notebooks and textbooks but, they do pay attention to their cell phones and other mobile devices.

Monday, March 22, 2010

3/22

Do you think that people change technology or does technology change people? Why?

I think technology changes people because people start to depend on technology.

Friday, March 19, 2010

3/18

If you could use any computer or computing device to learn in school what would it do, be or look like? Why?


I would have a PDA its like a small computer that can go in your pocket and it could alert you to any homework that might be do.

3/17

In you opinion what does it mean to be "Green"? How can we use technology to be "Green"? Why is this important?


To be green means to be full of energy and excitement. We can use technology to be "Green" by making funny movies and cartoons. This is important because it will keep the students interested.

Thursday, March 18, 2010

3/16

Why would you want to use a Social Bookmarking site like Delicious? List 3 advantages over bookmarking on a single computer.


One advantage is having multiple web sources at once. Another is having more work on different sites. Another is having your first draft of work on one page and your final draft on another.

Monday, March 15, 2010

3/15

Why use "tags" when bookmarking web resources? How are these "tags" helpful?



Because tags will help you get back to your previous web page.

Friday, March 12, 2010

3/12

How can you tell if information is an opinion or if it is a fact? Give an example of an opinion and a fact on the same topic.


If someone can back up their opinion with real evidence.

Thursday, March 11, 2010

3/11

All websites and information on the Internet is not 100% correct. How do you know if a the website or information is credible?


By finding the correct information in books. Computers don't always have the correct information.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

3/10

Do you think that students should be allowed to use cell phones in school? How do you think cell phones could be used to enhance learning in the classroom?


I think that students should only use phones in emergency situations. Instead of writing the work teachers could just use texting.

3/10

3/9

Why do you think you published your project online? Does publishing your project make it more relevant? Is publishing a form of collaboration? Why?


Because publishing it online will get it seen more. More people will see it online then on the street, publishing can be a form of collaboration because it is the new age.

3/8

Why do you think it is so important to understand what you need to do (identify the task), before you begin working on a project, assignment or problem?


Its good to understand because if you don't your project will not be correct.

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

3/5

Why do you think we celebrate the death of Crispus Attucks? How has his life/death effected the American History?


I think we celebrate the death of Crispus Attucks because of the sacrifice he made for us. It has shown that black people will stand up for themselves.

3/4

Do you think that it is OK to leave school without permission after taking the HSPA? If you were the principal what would you do with students that leave early?

I think that once your done with your test you shouldn't have to stay until everyone is done. If i was the principal I would let the student go because if they feel they don't need to check their work they should be allowed to leave.

Monday, March 8, 2010

3/3

Do you think the HSPA is a fair test for the 21st Century? Does the HSPA accurately measure the skills that you need to succeed today and in the future? Defend your answer.


No, because the HSPA only measure on things we are taught in school not what we are taught in the real world. Some students graduate with honors and think that they will be ready for anything when there are things we have to learn that can't be found in a text book.

3/2

Do you think the HSPA test should be given on a computer or over the Internet? Why?

No, because some students might cheat or try to hack for answers.

Thursday, March 4, 2010

3/1 Good Netiquette

Do you think that good etiquette can help you be successful at school, at home, or work? Why? Can good Netiquette help you on the Internet? Why?


Yes, because etiquette can push you to do the right thing. Yes, because how you act on the net will reflect on you.