Post #3

In this chapter the authors discussed various types of output devices such as monitors and display devices, printers, fax machines, data projectors, and multiple types of audio outputs. Output devices are any type of computer components capable of conveying information. The chapter also discussed media storage devices which are used to store data and information when they are not being processed; for example a floppy disk is an example of a media storage device.
Okay..something to share. I'm really tired right now and just want to fall asleep till next week. But I'm really excited for this weekend because I am going to New York City! I cant wait, I'm super excited and I'm getting really anxious to get there. I have never been before, so I'm just really excited to see and experience everything.
Since my last post I have learned how to use the Imagination program , which is actually really cool. The assignment we did in class last week was really interesting and I really enjoyed learning something new. Also I think it will be something that I will definitely be able to use in the future.

post #2

Throughout chapter 3 in the textbook, the writer discussed topics such as operating systems and productivity software. Productivity software includes programs and applications such as, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation graphics, database, various software suites and personal information management, just to name a few. this chapter introduced the reader to various programs and ways they can further expand their horizons in and out of the classroom.
Since the last blog post, and since the last time we had class I have actually learned a little bit more about technology. When going through all the SAM practice problems for the word test, I would frequently come across a question every now and then that I didn't know how to solve. In order to learn I would have to watch the computer and remember how it was done in order master these shortcuts so that I would know them for the test.
I'm not really sure what else I could share about my self... Let's see... I just made some delicious tacos and enjoyed eating them after my really long day at work. I love Mexican food and could probably eat it every day, hence the reason I made myself tacos for dinner... Well that and the fact that the only food I had at home was ground beef, taco seasoning and an abundance of salsa. I love salsa!

Post #1

I think the ARCS Motivational Model is a really good concept and tool to measure how motivated a student is to learn and perform well on certain activities and tests. The fact that there are four different levels and areas that are taken into consideration proves that this model is pretty reliable and generally accurate. I especially liked the part in the chapter when the author talked about how teachers have an enormous opportunity to make a positive contribution in their students lives, and how by using technology in the classrooms teachers are promoting the future, and the changing ways of our society.

Since the last post I haven't really acquired any new useful skills involving technology. However; at my job, where I work at a bookstore; i recently learned a lot of important data entry skills. I'm not really sure if these skills will be very helpful to me in the classroom, but maybe they will come in handy when I am imputing grades into my grade book.

I don't really like to share much about myself, so i am just going to ramble on a little bit about how my day was today. It is Tuesday, and my day overall today was pretty good. Other than having to wake up for class at 8am, I have no complaints. It is like 8:30 pm now, and I am incredibly exhausted, I had class this morning, then had to work the rest of the day after that, being on your feet all day really takes it out of you. I am just ready to relax in my bed, watch some television, and fall into a deep peaceful sleep...