Friday, September 12, 2008

Week 4

Technology of today is already scary, and when i saw that video done by Mr.  Fischer that made it even more scary, than what it already is.  His statics and the questions that he asked made me think twice about my kids education, and will they have a productive future.  I thought the video was honest, real, and scary at the same time.  As i watched the video i asked my self could this be true, is technology taking over the world?  Is it hindering my children , education?

This video was very informative, it opened my eyes on the questions that should be asked to the educators of today, and even the state legislature.  This video is very honest and true, and i enjoyed it, and it enlighten me on the things that i see are not important but in reality they truly are.

Sunday, September 7, 2008

Week 3

ACCESS is a website that was developed for teachers and students to interact through distant learning. This website is set up for school whom doesn't offer advance diplomas for for student at their schools. ACCESS give students the opportunity to receive the an advance diploma instead of a general diploma that is offered at their schools.

The teachers that teach these course are well certified teachers. Students are able to interact via video, email with certified teachers all over Alabama. Students do their course work before or after school, they are able to email teachers, do quizzes and interact with their teachers through video.

This website is great, i like it because it give kids a goal to reach for instead of taking what is offered and not settling for less. This website is very user friendly, and even the parents can take a look at the different courses that are offered to their children.