Twitter

I have the account. Now I don't know where to go with it. Randy posted a twitter site for teachers. Do I dive in? Do I add the members of this class? I think I'm experiencing techno freeze (aka fear) on this one.

Chemistry Class Blog

http://blogs.region4.nycenet.edu/communities/msmvchemistry/archive/category/2186.aspx

This blog site belongs to a chemistry classroom teacher. It is basic with syllabus, links to resources, fun stuff, and help for a state exam. It is informative and kept up-to-date. Of my guiding principles, I would like to see more inquiry and links to models to enhance learning.

Chocolate and Roses for Valentine's Day 2010

Guiding Principles

The technology needs to be relevant, inquiry-based, simple to use, and have a seamless fit into the course content. There are many computer models I would like students to have access. Currently, I don't use these tools due to the time constraints for class and lab time.

I need to start small and build year after year. I don't need the students to have one more thing to do if it does not enhance their learning.

Getting Started

It's as if I'm learning a new language. I need to get familiar with the vocabulary before I can string sentences together. Perhaps in a few weeks I can construct a paragraph on webtools.