Michelle Pouair- EME-2040

     Gone are the days of traditional chalkboards and memorization; enter the era of interactive, collaborative, and dynamic learning experiences facilitated by Web 2.0 technologies. From social media platforms to cloud-based classrooms, these tools offer unparalleled opportunities to engage students, foster creativity, and cultivate critical thinking skills. Join us today on the 24/7 blog trap spot as we embark on yet another journey into the rapidly evolving world of education and transformative potential of Web 2.0 tools. Diigo is used to organize shared online resources with many features like i ts bookmarking and annotation. Diigo transformed my approach to online research and collaboration as a student. Its bookmarking feature allowed me to easily organize and access relevant resources for my assignments. The annotation tool encouraged me to engage with course materials by highlighting key points and adding personal insights. Additionally, joining collaborative gro...

 In an age where connectivity is often praised as the cornerstone of progress, there exists a breach that threatens to deepen societal inequalities, known as the digital divide. Welcome back to the 24/7 trap spot blog post and today we are exploring the multifaceted issue that surpasses geographical boundaries, socioeconomic status, and generations. As we discuss this topic today we will dive into the factors that contribute to this divide that casts shadows on education, employment, healthcare, and even democratic participation.  To begin with personal experiences of using social medias like X/Instagram to broaden my PLN (personal learning network) I have actively engaged with educators and professionals that specialized in whatever subject I was struggling with, which at the time was math. Khan Academy was one of my best ways of understanding many ways to complete complex math equations. Online they provided you with step by step assistance when practicing questions. I also ...

"Read me a story" by  Terri Mattioni  licensed under  CC BY-ND 4.0 DEED       Welcome, fellow tech enthusiasts, to the 24/7 trap spot blog where we dive headfirst into the world of technology as it relates to teachers at the elementary level. Buckle up, because today our topic focuses on technology standards the unsung heroes and villain's to the digital age.  Let us focus our attention on the entry level into education, Kindergarten . The technology standard for them examines a range of digital technologies to create and publish writing, including working with peers, under the supervision and support of adults. This through the use of technologies like smartboards, scholastic activities, online storybook creators, and digital creative spaces like paint. Based on my current skill set I feel prepared to implement this standard because with resources like the smartboard it allows the students to hear and visualize words, letters, numbers. This als...

 Have you ever wondered what the penalties were for plagiarism? Well, they don't quite take you to plagiarism jail because as far as the law goes it's not illegal to plagiarize, just socially unacceptable. In today's digital age, it's crucial for educators in the current digital era as they manage the production of educational resources. Educators need to uphold intellectual property rights while utilizing the flexibility provided by fair use laws. I would give priority to using resources that are either in the public domain, licensed for educational use, or comply with fair use guidelines when creating teaching materials. I would stress the value of understanding fair use principles, adhering to copyright rules, and citing sources while assisting students in producing their own creations. Students will generate excellent work and develop into responsible digital citizens in our linked society if creativity is encouraged and a sense of ethical duty is instilled. Technol...