Ruby Tuesdays on Tuesday

And this too...

Something to be aware of: as Lead I just stepped up to the plate. For example, we were to have a guided reflection for the end of the day. This is when they log into GAGGLE. Gordon, nor Michael had the reflection ready for us so I made it up..."What was your A-HA moment today and how would you use either digital audio, video, or images in your classroom?" You look out for the other MDE's like making sure they have the CD's needed to hand out and the flip books.

Day 2 in Sebring

Started day in large group and Michael went over copyright.

We all did Digital Images with Picasa...
problems...Picasa was copied but not installed
This group received new Kodak Easy share 630 cameras. They used them to take pics that we planned on using in the Picasa training. Problems occurred because some people had installed the Kodak software and it interfered with Picasa. Some fixes were to remove Kodak Easy Share and then open Picasa. Another was to locate the Kodak pics in the users folder and then copy/drag/drop into picasa.

Audacity- sometimes they need to turn off their computer, plug in the Logitech headphones, then restart the computer. The headphones are not always recognized.

Locate sound files on Flashkit.com. Have them listen to preview and then download. Be sure to select mp3 for format/right click with WIN and select either save link as or save target as.

Then show Audacity as a way to manipulate or use the sound byte they downloaded.

ALWAYS pay attention to those who need extra help. Write down their name, tell them you will check on them during group time on Wed. Be sure they feel you are supportive.

Here we are in Sebring!

Hotel snaffu...we'll be moving to new location after today's training. We are just shifting gears. Full evening last night with stuffing envelopes and going over the agenda. Had fun time at RJ Gators for supper. Wear comfy shoes! Remember to bring water!!

Lakeland Reflection

Wow! It sure is hilly and steep at Florida Southern College, but lovely. If you get a chance walk towards the Frank Lloyd Wright section of the campus towards the Library (Starbucks cybercafe there).





Shannon shared all the info needed at the hotel at breakfast, during the training, at the hotel after training, at dinner, after dinner...:-)













It was my first totally WINDOWS experience. You can see how I reacted to trouble shooting tasks!

Tuesday Lakeland 1

Guys, I'm tired. The hills, stairs, and distance around campus is taking its toll on this older body. Today were the three sessions: digital audio, images, and video. We also did a quick look and see podcasts available at iTunes.

Remember to bring water. Hard candies might help, because the AC isn't always regulated comfortably.

End of Day 1

Okay guys! I've only used the Mac and I am learning lots of cool stuff about Windows machines since that is what we have here.

More info on Google. People sign up for an account on Monday morning. You need to plan on typing their names to invite them to the spreadsheet where they will input their information. Suggestion: Type 3-6 names and invite. Then continue. It seems to hang if you attempt to do more, course it will depend on your network.

One of the things Shannon mentioned that she would appreciate Lead MDE's to do or be aware of is to keep a helpful 'eye' on the newbies. Some may need encouragement, some may need confidence building etc.

We have a lovely group of people. Tomorrow is the big day with Audio, Digital and Video.

Here We Go

Long and successful day setting up, checking equipment, going over agenda, having sessions assigned, etc. 85 participants expected. In a building built in 1910, power supply is limited...Meeting at 6:30 and will head over to the college before 7. Inspiration is morning topic and collaborating digitally - GOOGLE Docs n spreadsheets. Check out Gaggle as that is the tool they will be using to blog their reflections.

Preparing for Lakeland T&L Institute 2

I placed a few web sites for quick reference during the training (just in case). I am pairing up with John L to present in Lakeland. Marla and Hope are copresenters and Crystal will have her own group. My role as lead mde may be very differnet than what you all may experience, but I will share with you what I can. The size of the group may determine your role. I'm bringing bottled water for myself, think that's a necessity. We will be able to set up rooms and such at Florida Southern College on Sunday. Should be able to test some of the equipment which will make Monday go a bit smoother.

Web site resources

Digital Camera ideas http://www.amphi.com/teachers/psteffens/digitalcamera.html
Using Digital Cameras in Elementary http://www.edzone.net/~mwestern/pix.html

Interactive Whiteboard Activities http://www.amphi.com/departments/technology/whiteboard

Inspiration http://www.amphi.com/~psteffen/kidspiration.html
50 uses http://www.uwstout.edu/soe/profdev/conceptmap/50uses.html


Recipes4Success http://myt4l.com/index.php?ac=login&email=demo&pword=demo
"Recipes4Success is your best resource for supporting project work with students. Recipes4Success includes software tutorials and reference guides, online tools, and a step-by-step process for implementing project-building with students."

Digital Reference Tools http://www.amphi.com/~psteffen/reference.html

Clip Art http://www.school-clip-art.com/

Audacity Tutorial http://www.how-to-podcast-tutorial.com/17-audacity-tutorial.htm

JR ePortfolio http://etc.usf.edu/portfolios/jrogers

Blog example http://spychalski2006.blogspot.com