Evaluacion

En la asignatura considero que mi desempeño fue bueno ya que pude ayudar a mis compañeras a utilizar las herramientas en blog , así como poder enseñarles a compartir documentos en google plus . El hecho de que la maestra siempre tenia una forma diferente de aplicar los conocimientos hizo la clase mas sencilla y y sintetizada . Considero que participe con mi  educadora y mis compañeras cuando consideraba que podía aportar algo . En cuanto los conceptos tecnológicos , me voy enriquecida con conceptos que no conocía como Prezi y excel que muchas veces se me dificultaba en el proceso pero que con la practica fueron mejorando . Estoy muy alegre que pude compartir y aprender con un grupo tan dinámico de Educacion.  Ya que muchas  veces los grupos pueden ser dificiles pero con el grupo de compañeras me senti comoda a la hora de compartir un aula de clases. Me encanto poder hacer presentaciones en Prezi y poder cambiar el formato de mi blog varias veces . Tambien considere muy util poder aprender  las diferencias de las redes sociales y para que se utilizaba cada una . En realidad fue una experiencia muy enriquecedora. 

Aportes Educativos

En la asignatura de tecnología los aportes que pude recibir fueron muchos :

Espacio Educativo : 
  Aprendí a tener un  espacio educativo donde puedo compartir con mis estudiantes , tales como blogger y slide share , con estos dos espacios pude interactuar con mis compañeros y estudiantes . Con estas redes aprendí que se pueden tener diferentes conocimientos ademas de los  míos, que puedo compartir mis ideas y que puedo crear un espacio para mi a nivel educacional y profesional , en el cual diferentes personas pueden ver mi punto de vista y mis opiniones y también pueden interactuar conmigo . 

Juego  Pedagógicos : 
  El conocimiento de juegos pedagógicos por medio de la web es algo que  me va a ayudar  a poder realizar actividades de lectura , escritura, etc. Por medio de los juego  pedagógicos  pude ver que puedo conocer a mis estudiantes  mas profundo ya que con su estilo de juego , aprendo que les gusta y que no . El poder ver diferentes juegos  pedagógicos empleados por mis colegas  también fue algo que siempre llevare conmigo ya que tengo varios recursos que usare en diferentes áreas de la educación temprana. 
Herramientas Para Instituciones Escolares :
  El uso de herramientas necesarias en el área educativa tales como word y excel , con estas herramientas yo como educadora  voy a poder hacer mis listas de mis estudiantes , crear presupuestos para mi centro y sobre todo llevar control de mis materiales gastables . Así como utilizarlo para hacer  cálculos en cuanto a  nivel  gerencial se refiere para mi centro ( Calculo de sueldos, materiales gastables, etc ).
Interacción en la Web:
 Por ultimo el aporte mas importante que tuvo esta asignatura para mi fue los conocimientos de google plus y google chat que me ayudaran a mantenerme en contacto con mis superiores y sobre todo con todos los documentos de mi escuela o institución , así como mantener información de parte de mis colegas .  Estos aportes no solo me van a servir si no que voy a ser una persona actualizada en el medio educativo que puede llevar el conocimiento a otros . Ya que  cuando aprendemos es importante poder aportarlo a las  demás personas . 

Uso pedagogico de las Redes Sociales

Huxley, Thomas Henry : "Es un hecho que el hombre tiene que controlar la ciencia y chequear ocasionalmente el avance de la tecnología."

En los últimos años las redes sociales se han presentado como una forma innovadora para relacionarse, todo esto esta cambiando poco a poco ya que no solo se utiliza para relacionarse si no que   como hemos visto en tecnología en la educación , las redes sociales  también tienen aspectos  pedagógicos que exploramos en la clase. 


1)  A través de Twitter se pueden enviar recordatorios de las actividades que se están realizando en la institución. Los estudiantes pueden ener contacto com diferentes recursos de noticias y bibliográficos por medio de diferentes culturas . También en Twitter podemos acudir a la lista de docentes en Twitter para encontrar personas que estén relacionadas con uno mismo. Esta lista está encuadrada en el proyecto Wiki EduTwitter que, además, publica diariamente los enlaces más valorados por los docentes en el Nuevo Diario EduTwitter.   También Se pueden compartir imágenes de las actividades realizadas a través del Twitter o del Facebook.

 Con Facebook se pueden crear los eventos que se realizaran en la institución educativa de modo que las personas que vayan a asistir confirmen de manera virtual a través del evento. También puede ser la pagina de medios de la institución para mantener a los padres actualizados en los eventos delColegio y el progreso que este ha hecho por medio de fotos. Al igual que sirve para desarrollar habilidades inter-personales entre los estudiantes y el maestro. 

- A través de Youtube los maestros pueden compartir vídeos educativos con sus estudiantes y al mismo tiempo tener debates en los mismos a través de los comentarios. Con you tube se abre una puerta a vídeos educativos , museos virtuales  así como activar las inteligencia múltiples que son (Las  inteligencias  musical , visual espacial  y sobre todo  Lógico Matemática al poder ver que muchas vídeos nos presentan situaciones reales para que nuestros chicos puedan hacer ejercicios y resolverlos. También ayuda a crear el  pensamiento critico en nuestros estudiantes. 

- A través de Prezi podemos, aparte de crear presentaciones creativas y dinámicas, podemos compartir esas mismas presentaciones con los estudiantes de modo que puedan acceder a ellas cuando las necesiten.Por medio de Prezi el estudiante se vuelve  autónomo y crea una imagen individual en el aula de lo que quiere dar a conocer a sus maestros . También con slide share que es  otra manera de  los maestros poder  intercambiar powerpoints de los materiales que se van a impartir ,  tales como materiales  didácticos y sobre todo conocimientos que tenga en común dentro de la institución.  Así como Promover la participación comprometida de sus estudiantes y  integrar con efectividad modelos de enseñanza –aprendizaje innovadores.

El ultimo uso  pedagógico de las redes sociales seria google chat , ya que los maestros pueden tener  comunicación con los estudiantes y sus padres a cualquier momento al igual que  Skype , google chat es interactivo ,diferente y puede ser usado en cualquier lugar del mundo siendo esto una ventaja para los estudiantes discapacitados o con necesidades especiales .  Este  también Promueve  en los  estudiantes y maestros  el uso de diferentes recursos tecnológicos como por ejemplo el chat, los foros formativos, el correo electrónico, etc, y promueve el desarrollo de habilidades interpersonales como la comunicación clara, el apoyo mutuo y la resolución constructiva de conflictos.

En conclusión las redes sociales son en realidad un portal a la comunicación , el conocimiento y sobre todo la innovación.

Estimadas estudiantes : Mi nombre es Gissett Polanco y yo sere su maestra de Tecnologia en la Educacion,  He sido maestra por seis años y cada dia mas amo mi profesion.  Para mi la tecnologia es algo esencial en el siglo 21 y considero que es algo que cada educador/ a debe de poseer . En el Aul@ Virtual,tanto alumnos como profesores cuentan con utilidades para la comunicación  (chat, foros, mensajería, calendario de eventos) y herramientas para llevar a cabo un aprendizaje continuo y flexible.   El aula virtual  es un entorno educativo donde los alumnos pueden, además de aprender, compartir experiencias y conocimientos y los profesores contar con una herramienta eficaz, confiable y con posibilidad de tener una información detallada del progreso y la asimilación de conocimientos por parte de los alumnos.   En esta materia estaremos tratando varios  conocimientos , como educadores, cada dia mas es importante poder tener conocimientos de las redes sociales y sobre todo la importancia de ellas, por eso estaremos desglosando , blogger, facebook, twitter entre otras . Tambien en el aspecto pedagogico estaremos viendo como utilizar estas herramientas con nuestros estudiantes .  Como docente virtual mi trabajo con ustedes sera ver como simples aplicaciones pueden ayudar a mejorar nuetra forma de enseñar , exponer trabajos y hasta crear materiales ludicos y tecnologicos para nuestros estudiantes .   Crearemos cuentas que van a servir para pode exponer , poder administrar nuestros conocimientos y poder tambien abrir una ventana nueva de la Web 2.0 desde otra perspectiva a nuestros colegas y educandos . Acompañen a este maravillo mundo virtual que es la tecnologia educativa , no se van a arrepentir .   Gissett Polanco :)

Auto-evaluacion

Hoy fue el  dia final de clases para mis chicos y me dio mucha tristeza despedirme de ellos , pero estoy contenta que ler va a quedar el recuerdo de que pueden venir aqui al blog y buscar  fotos de todo el año escolar , este blog para mi ha sido una satisfaccion ya que no es solo un proyecto para mi . Blogger ha cambiado mi forma de comunicarme con los padres , con la directora de mi colegio y me ha sido de gran ayuda para documentar todos los conocmientos que he ido adquiriendo y que adquiri en este año escolar.  He aprendido a travez de blogger , a colocar videos, fotos,  y inclusive a ser miembro de una comunidad de maestras que tambien comparten mi hobbie que es escribir y buscar herramientas que podemos utilizar dia a dia en las clases. Tambien blogger me ha ayudado a definir mi estilo en cuanto a los temas a la hora de crear mis entradas de blog o del blog en si . Definitivamente  cuando uno conoce el valor del blog, solo quiere seguir aprendiendo mas :)   Espero poder seguir posteando fotos de mis nuevos estudiantes sin olvidarme de los que una vez estuvieron aqui en mi blog .  Para terminar una foto de mis chicos y sobre todo un monton de sonrisas que van a quedar  aqui plasmadas en blogger :) 

Videos educativos

Como ya estamos llegando al fin de las clases encontraba que mis chicos estaban perdiendo el interes en las matematicas y otras actividades . Estos videos me ayudaron a poder repasar diferentes conceptos como suma , resta y sobre todo suma de tres digitos. Les encanto !!!

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Tambien repasamos los pronombres y por via del data show pudimos hacer varios juegos . Quien dijo que la gramatica tiene que ser aburrida :)

Pronouns second grade

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Estas dos presentaciones me fueron muy utiles al final de esta dos semanas antes de que mis chicos se fueran de vacaciones. Pude repasar con mis niños todas las palabras necesarias para componer oraciones.

Hfw 1a

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El blog para mi ha cumplido todas mis expectativas ya que me ha servido de guia , de calendario y sobre todo de libro de apuntes en cuanto a diferentes informaciones. Mis expectativas al principio  eran que el blog  sirviera como un tipo de   diario personal , pero ya ha pasado de ser personal a ser un blog en el  cual puedo utilizar en el plano profesional tambien .  Ayudandome a poder instruirme  dia a dia. Cada dia es un reto nuevo en el mundo de blogger para mi ya que siempre ahi cosas chulas que aprender.

Nombre : Gissett Polanco Bueno
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He estado usando blogger desde hace tiempo y ya este es mi segundo blog :) Aqui en este blog comparto todas mis ideas siendo profesora de Segundo Grado  , Mis padres , mis estudiantes y sobre todo  yo,  lo utilizo dia a dia para mantenerme informada de lo que mis niños tienen que cumplir dia a dia.  Tambien es una forma de que mis padres no se pierdan un solo momento importante de  sus  niños. 

Science Fair Project Groups

Wednesday, March 07, 2012                                     

Science Fair Project Groups and Themes

1)Saul/ Fahira / Daniella / Isabella

2)Lia/ Valeria / Jose. G. / Daniel

3) Manel/ Enmanuel / Linette / Esmeralda

4) Joshua / Marco R / Marco E/ Lucia

Group 1: Do lunch packing materials decompose faster if they are buried in the ground or on top of the ground, and what materials decompose quicker?

 Link : http://web.archive.org/web/20080622094413/http://www.fellowshipch.org/pcasfdan02.html

Group 2 : Construct biodegradable cups to replace Styrofoam cups.

Link for the project :   

http://www.odec.ca/projects/2003/ghous3m/public_html/experiment.htm

Group 3: Used coffee grinds can be recycled, add value to improve plant growth and help the environment.

Link : http://www.usc.edu/CSSF/History/2007/Projects/J1729.pdf

Group 4: Research recycling technological equipment/

Link : http://library.thinkquest.org/06aug/02218/

Important Events

Dear Parents Here is a list of important Events that will be going on in the month of March. 
















March 5th : Visit of "El tour del Tiguerito".
March 7th : Accas Drama Festival

 March 11th : Family Fun Day 7  - 10: am - 4: 00 pm .
March 11th : SJS  Got Talent.  - If yu want your kids to participate or if they want to participate with more classmates in the talent show , they just have to notify me so i can include them on the list.

March 28th:  Spelling Bee Contest  it will be held in Dominico Americano.

March 30th: StuCo Spring Color Day 

March 30th : End of Quarter 3

Homework Policy Folder : 


I also sent Home today the new homework folder policy , please sign and return the  folder, your children must return this folder everyday day in the morning when they come back from class. This is a way for them to work on their organization skills and their responsibility skills.

Thank you for your cooperation .

Ms. Gissett Polanco 


"Education would be so much more effective if its purpose were to ensure that by the time they leave school every boy and girl should know how much they don't know, and be imbued with a lifelong desire to know it." 
-- Sir William Haley

Making Schools Better: Parents Make a Difference

We all know that parents make a difference.  We know that from our experiences in life--experiences as children, neighbors, relatives, and educators.  Everyone knows that parents make a difference, but not every parent knows what it takes to make a difference for their child.

No parent is perfect.  It's a huge job particularly in a society that often disregards what's best for children and families.  Despite the challenges, it's our responsibility as parents to put ourselves second and focus on what's best for our children.

I've created a list of actions that I believe make a difference for children:

• Time: time to talk, play, question and explore with trusting, caring adults.
• Nutrition: healthy food makes everyone feel better thus creating greater happiness.
• Rest: seems so simple, but a good night's sleep for children and other family members matters.
• Reading: A book a night, simple or complex, will nurture your child's mind.
• Shared entertainment and activity: visit a museum, picnic in the park, climb a mountain, take a bike ride, swim at the beach, watch a movie, play a board game, camp. . .
• Family Meetings: meet and talk together about what's important for each member of the family, and as a team set priorities and schedule.
• Honesty: share your challenges and struggles with your children, and talk about injustice and weakness in developmentally appropriate ways as that will prepare your children for life's realities.
• Take Charge: children are the responsibility of parents--set limits, be observant.
• Engage your children in activities that interest them. Stand on the sidelines, converse with other parents, and learn all you can about your children and the programs they are involved in.
• Spend your money wisely on quality toys and objects that support learning and fun.
• Find out about and take advantage of public programs at the local library, parks, museums, and recreation facilities.
• Dream: create dreams together, work for them and plan--then enjoy.

Our country can do a better job to support families.  We need to vote for leaders that understand that.  Today, many families are compromised because parents are working so hard to support their families that they run out of time to do the things on the list above.

In summary, as parents, we make a difference for our children, and as parents we have to work together to advocate for laws and actions that support children and families well.

Important

Dear Parents and Family Members,

I've been reading a lot about homework lately.  There are many points of view related to the subject.  The one point that almost everyone agrees with is that homework needs to be tailored to the individual student.  Now that's difficult for a teacher to do if he or she is working with a large number of students each day, but if teachers, parents and students work as a team, it's doable.

Let's think about your child for a minute.  How does he or she come home from school each day?  Is he really tired or is she raring for more academic work? Does she immediately want to go outside and play or does he find a cozy nook and read a book?  Every family member's answer to these questions will differ as every child meets school with his or her unique perspective, stamina, interest and skill.

So with respect to homework, I say, let's work together.  I'll post a learning list that's updated regularly.  It will include the main, independent practice skills students need to master as well as projects that can be worked on in and out of class.  I'll leave it up to you to make your child's schedule, and to modify as you see appropriate.  If you're not quite sure or have some other ideas for me and/or your child, let's meet to discuss it.

Studies show that math practice homework makes a difference, but most other homework doesn't make a significant difference.  Yet, we all know that those that read often do better on most tests and acquire tremendous knowledge building a strong foundation for future learning.  Therefore reading and math practice should top the list.  

Some of you have budding dancers, athletes, artists, and other specialty skills--those matter too, and should count as "homework."  If your child is passionate about the violin and he/she practices every night a week for thirty minutes--that should be considered as part of their overall effort and study.  The goal for parents is to find a just right balance of play, learning, passions, family and other important aspects of a child's life.

The overall goal is engagement, love of learning and enthusiasm.  Enthusiastic, self confident, positive students will go much further than overworked, frustrated, exhausted and defeated students.  Learning, whether it's at home, in school or in other venues, like parenting is a dance, a give-and-take, a set of stepping stones to life long learning, happiness and success.

This is a start to a much bigger conversation.  I welcome your comments and ideas.  Don't hesitate to contact me or comment below.

Valentine's Day

Since we we will be celebrating Valentine's day  on the 14th , me and Mrs. Massiel decided to do a secret valentine with the kids. Each kid has a friend assigned  as their secret valentine. The  small gifts will be given each Friday until the 14th .  I told the children that it does not have to be something expensive since it's the thougth that counts .  They are really happy they get to have a special person for valentine .  Also we will be having a special Valentine Lunch on the 14th ,  you parents are welcome to come visit your  kids so they can have a sharing time  with you on this special day .   Later on I will be assigning what each child has to bring .  I would like for it to be something made from home or something that is not as expensive  for u parents . Feel free to exchange any ideas with me through the blog. I have already bought the Valentine's Day decorations , but if u feel that u want to contribute, you are more than welcome.  The children have to come dressed with Valentine' Day color ( Pink , White , Red)  and they can come with jeans on this day .   This will be a truly special day for my second graders since we get to see friendship and what it means to each one.

 Hoping to see you on V- day !!!  

Ms. Gissett , Ms. Massiel .

Homework

As we all know parents are sometimes too busy to help  with homework , or sometimes it's just too much work overload. Here I am writing some tips for you parents , so that you can use it at the time  of doing homework with your child.  You will find some helpful hints  that can be used  during that time of learning with your child.

How To Help: Show You Think Education and Homework Are Important

Children need to know that their parents and adults close to them think homework is important. If they know their parents care, children have a good reason to complete assignments and turn them in on time. There is a lot that you can do to show that you value education and homework.

Set a Regular Time.

Finding a regular time for homework helps children finish assignments. The best schedule is one that works for your child and your family. What works well in one household may not work in another. Of course, a good schedule depends in part on your child's age, as well as individual needs. For instance, one youngster may work best in the afternoon after an hour of play, and another may be more efficient after dinner (although late at night, when children are tired, is seldom a good time).

Outside activities, such as sports or music lessons, may mean that you need a flexible schedule. Your child may study after school on some days and in the evening on others. If there isn't enough time to finish homework, your child may need to drop some outside activity. Homework must be a high priority.

You'll need to work with your elementary school child to develop a schedule. An older student can probably make up a schedule independently, although you'll want to make sure it's a good one.

It may help to write out the schedule and put it in a place where you'll see it often, such as the refrigerator door.

Some families have a required amount of time that children must devote to homework or some other learning activity each school night (the length of time can vary depending upon the child's age). For instance, if your seventh-grader knows she's expected to spend an hour doing homework, reading, or visiting the library, she may be less likely to rush through assignments so that she can watch television. A required amount of time may also discourage her from "forgetting" to bring home assignments and help her adjust to a routine.

Pick a Place.

A study area should have lots of light, supplies close by, and be fairly quiet.

A study area doesn't have to be fancy. A desk in the bedroom is nice, but for many youngsters the kitchen table or a corner of the living room works just fine.

Your child may enjoy decorating a special study corner. A plant, a brightly colored container to hold pencils, and some favorite artwork taped to the walls can make study time more pleasant.

Remove Distractions.

Turn off the television and discourage social telephone calls during homework time. (A call to a classmate about an assignment may, however, be helpful.)

Some youngsters work well with quiet background music, but loud noise from the stereo or radio is not OK. One Virginia junior high school history teacher laments, "I've actually had a kid turn in an assignment that had written in the middle, `And George Washington said, "Ohhhhh, I love you."' The kid was so plugged into the music that he wasn't concentrating."

If you live in a small or noisy household, try having all family members take part in a quiet activity during homework time. You may need to take a noisy toddler outside or into another room to play. If distractions can't be avoided, your child may want to complete assignments in a nearby library.

Provide Supplies and Identify Resources.

For starters, collect pencils, pens, erasers, writing paper, an assignment book, and a dictionary. Other things that might be helpful include glue, a stapler, paper clips, maps, a calculator, a pencil sharpener, tape, scissors, a ruler, index cards, a thesaurus, and an almanac. Keep these items together in one place if possible. If you can't provide your child with needed supplies, check with the teacher, school guidance counselor, or principal about possible sources of assistance.

For books and other information resources, check with the school library or local public library. Some libraries have homework centers designed especially to assist children with school assignments (there may even be tutors and other kinds of individual assistance).

These days many schools have computers in classrooms, and many households have personal computers. However, you don't have to have a computer in your home in order for your child to complete homework assignments successfully.

You may want to ask the teacher to explain school policy about the use of computers--or typewriters or any special equipment--for homework. Certainly, computers can be a great learning tool and helpful for some assignments. They can be used for word processing and on-line reference resources, as well as educational programs and games to sharpen skills. Some schools may offer after-school programs where your child can use the school computers. And many public libraries make computers available to children.

Set a Good Example.

Children are more likely to study if they see you reading, writing, and doing things that require thought and effort on your part. Talk with your child about what you're reading and writing even if it's something as simple as making the grocery list. Tell them about what you do at work. Encourage activities that support learning--for example, educational games, library visits, walks in the neighborhood, trips to the zoo or museums, and chores that teach a sense of responsibility.

Show an Interest.

Make time to take your child to the library to check out materials needed for homework (and for fun too), and read with your child as often as you can. Talk about school and learning activities in family conversations. Ask your child what was discussed in class that day. If he doesn't have much to say, try another approach. For example, ask your child to read aloud a story he wrote or discuss the results of a science experiment.

Another good way to show your interest is to attend school activities, such as parent-teacher meetings, shows, and sports events. If you can, volunteer to help in the classroom or at special events. Getting to know some classmates and other parents not only shows you're interested but helps build a network of support for you and your child. 

Award Ceremony Pictures

Here is the awards ceremony pictures . Congratulations to all students who did a good job on maintaining their grades . Keep it up !!! As for the the rest of the students , we know you can do it !!!