So what happens to the data you create on school-issued machines and software? It might interest you to know that "ed tech" has become its own industry, worth an estimated $8B per year.
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
what you don't know will most definitely hurt you
Everything you do on a computer generates data. That data is so valuable to governments and corporations that companies like Google and Facebook let you use their services for free-- so they can collect your data and sell it.
So what happens to the data you create on school-issued machines and software? It might interest you to know that "ed tech" has become its own industry, worth an estimated $8B per year.
So what happens to the data you create on school-issued machines and software? It might interest you to know that "ed tech" has become its own industry, worth an estimated $8B per year.
period 4
Cesar: Why does it seem like there is a limit to how good you can be at something? I interviewed my track coaches and I learned that our bodies and minds trick us into believing our limitations. Connection: in F 451. Next step: I'm going to interview a professional runner I met on Instagram.
Eric: What does it take to be a photographer and create meaning through pictures? I've learned to use sunlight and compose pictures to tell a story. Connection: in F451 the lady getting burned with her books means different things to different people. Next steps: get more information and learn more about photography.
Trevor: Why does the week start on Sunday and end on Saturday? Over break I did some research but didn't get any answers. One thing I learned was that being around baseball so much made me lose track of time. I just want to know how we started this 7-day tradition.
Jose: Why do people criticize each other for what they do and say? This was a big part of Fahrenheit 451 and we see it in society.
Leo: The use of nuclear weapons. They are used mostly for threats and destruction. I learned that the US spends $173B and our most powerful bomb is 75x more powerful than the bombs we dropped on Japan. This relates to F 451, and also to current events like with North Korea. I need more information about this
Alicia: Why do people judge without knowing you? I did some research and talked it over with my friends. Connection: Earth on Turtle's Back because the other animals didn't think he could do it.
Cynthia: Why don't I know what career I want to pursue? Over break I researched to see what careers were well-paid. Of the careers I studied, I realized I wanted to be a nurse because they help people. Now I need to do more research about becoming a nurse.
Sokrates: I am exploring how to properly build a business. Over break I asked my uncle about this because he owns three successful restaurants. He said that I should start with family, because he worked for his uncle until he saved enough to buy into the business as a part-owner and grow from there. I am going to ask more of my uncles because they also own their own businesses
Miguel: Why do we work for everything? This connects with the course because we have to work for grades. I want to keep researching this topic.
Angelina: Is there an afternlife? I researched claims from people who said they died and came back. Connection: Young Goodman Brown. Next I will continue my research.
Roxanna: Is time real or is it an illusion? I think it is an illusion. My next step is to research Dr. Preston's book on time.
Isaac: What am I going to be in the future? I love music and I visited my cousin. Music connects everyone. Next steps: I'm going to keep researching music
Aiden:Why don't people believe in life beyond Earth? In F 451 books are rejected. I have more research to do to see whether we can gather enough information for people to believe in life elsewhere.
Giselle: Why are people on their phones the whole time? Even little kids like my niece are on social media the whole time. Connection: we spend a lot of time on our phones in this class.
Jackie: Why do we get so much homework when we spend seven hours in school every day? I took a proper Spring Break and was more able to come back and focus. I want to learn more about this.
Ana: Why does time go by so fast when you're having a good time and why does it go so slow when you want the day to be over? One thing I learned over break is that if you help someone out you can do amazing things in time. One thing I can do is spend my time more wisely.
Daniel: How would a person's life be without a phone or any technology? I tried to go a whole day without games or videos and I couldn't. Connection: F 451 robot dog. Next step is to ask others what they would do.
Blake: My topic is how psychedelic drugs (like LSD and mushrooms) affect the human brain. I learned that these substances are meant to alter perception. Connection: this class causes me to think differently. Writing in a journal and having Socratic seminars make me use different parts of my brain-- I guess this class is like a psychedelic drug. Next step is to talk with people who have researched or experienced these substances.
Patti: Are dreams related or connected to past lives?
Claudia: Is change good? Over the break I asked my cousin and she said that it can be, if you're changing for yourself-- but that you shouldn't change for someone else. Gatsby was wrong to change for Daisy.
Robert: Why are there so many different religions and cultures and ways of life? Over break I talked to older people who are very religious. They didn't really give me reasons, they just believe what they believe. Next I want to talk to church leaders to see what they say. Connection: Montag began to believe in a different way of being and then he wanted to convince others.
Araceli: I want to prepare for my career. Connection: speaking in class. I want to start interviewing people.
Michelle: Why do people judge in our society? Connection: Gatsby couldn't be with Daisy because her parents wanted her to be with a rich guy. Next step is to talk about this with friends.
Kaylee: How was Earth created? I learned through research that Earth began about 4.5B years ago, and this relates to Earth on Turtle's Back. Next I will interview an expert.
Eric: I want to learn more about war. Seems like we've been at war for a long time and we're not solving any problems. I learned that I wasn't really taking in what I learned until I gave my phone back to my mom, and now I look up and see what's around me. Seems like war depends on someone thinking they're better than someone else. Next I'm going to talk to my cousin.
E.J.: Why do police abuse their power and authority? Over the break I watched a movie that was based on a true story and afterward I did some research. My cousin is a police officer and next I'm going to interview him about this.
Eric: What does it take to be a photographer and create meaning through pictures? I've learned to use sunlight and compose pictures to tell a story. Connection: in F451 the lady getting burned with her books means different things to different people. Next steps: get more information and learn more about photography.
Trevor: Why does the week start on Sunday and end on Saturday? Over break I did some research but didn't get any answers. One thing I learned was that being around baseball so much made me lose track of time. I just want to know how we started this 7-day tradition.
Jose: Why do people criticize each other for what they do and say? This was a big part of Fahrenheit 451 and we see it in society.
Leo: The use of nuclear weapons. They are used mostly for threats and destruction. I learned that the US spends $173B and our most powerful bomb is 75x more powerful than the bombs we dropped on Japan. This relates to F 451, and also to current events like with North Korea. I need more information about this
Alicia: Why do people judge without knowing you? I did some research and talked it over with my friends. Connection: Earth on Turtle's Back because the other animals didn't think he could do it.
Cynthia: Why don't I know what career I want to pursue? Over break I researched to see what careers were well-paid. Of the careers I studied, I realized I wanted to be a nurse because they help people. Now I need to do more research about becoming a nurse.
Sokrates: I am exploring how to properly build a business. Over break I asked my uncle about this because he owns three successful restaurants. He said that I should start with family, because he worked for his uncle until he saved enough to buy into the business as a part-owner and grow from there. I am going to ask more of my uncles because they also own their own businesses
Miguel: Why do we work for everything? This connects with the course because we have to work for grades. I want to keep researching this topic.
Angelina: Is there an afternlife? I researched claims from people who said they died and came back. Connection: Young Goodman Brown. Next I will continue my research.
Roxanna: Is time real or is it an illusion? I think it is an illusion. My next step is to research Dr. Preston's book on time.
Isaac: What am I going to be in the future? I love music and I visited my cousin. Music connects everyone. Next steps: I'm going to keep researching music
Aiden:Why don't people believe in life beyond Earth? In F 451 books are rejected. I have more research to do to see whether we can gather enough information for people to believe in life elsewhere.
Giselle: Why are people on their phones the whole time? Even little kids like my niece are on social media the whole time. Connection: we spend a lot of time on our phones in this class.
Jackie: Why do we get so much homework when we spend seven hours in school every day? I took a proper Spring Break and was more able to come back and focus. I want to learn more about this.
Ana: Why does time go by so fast when you're having a good time and why does it go so slow when you want the day to be over? One thing I learned over break is that if you help someone out you can do amazing things in time. One thing I can do is spend my time more wisely.
Daniel: How would a person's life be without a phone or any technology? I tried to go a whole day without games or videos and I couldn't. Connection: F 451 robot dog. Next step is to ask others what they would do.
Blake: My topic is how psychedelic drugs (like LSD and mushrooms) affect the human brain. I learned that these substances are meant to alter perception. Connection: this class causes me to think differently. Writing in a journal and having Socratic seminars make me use different parts of my brain-- I guess this class is like a psychedelic drug. Next step is to talk with people who have researched or experienced these substances.
Patti: Are dreams related or connected to past lives?
Claudia: Is change good? Over the break I asked my cousin and she said that it can be, if you're changing for yourself-- but that you shouldn't change for someone else. Gatsby was wrong to change for Daisy.
Robert: Why are there so many different religions and cultures and ways of life? Over break I talked to older people who are very religious. They didn't really give me reasons, they just believe what they believe. Next I want to talk to church leaders to see what they say. Connection: Montag began to believe in a different way of being and then he wanted to convince others.
Araceli: I want to prepare for my career. Connection: speaking in class. I want to start interviewing people.
Michelle: Why do people judge in our society? Connection: Gatsby couldn't be with Daisy because her parents wanted her to be with a rich guy. Next step is to talk about this with friends.
Kaylee: How was Earth created? I learned through research that Earth began about 4.5B years ago, and this relates to Earth on Turtle's Back. Next I will interview an expert.
Eric: I want to learn more about war. Seems like we've been at war for a long time and we're not solving any problems. I learned that I wasn't really taking in what I learned until I gave my phone back to my mom, and now I look up and see what's around me. Seems like war depends on someone thinking they're better than someone else. Next I'm going to talk to my cousin.
E.J.: Why do police abuse their power and authority? Over the break I watched a movie that was based on a true story and afterward I did some research. My cousin is a police officer and next I'm going to interview him about this.
period 3 ignite talks
Elizabeth: Are children smarter because they're on the Internet?
Karen: Why are women represented in negative ways? Images on the Internet portray female bodies in unrealistic ways -- pretty and skinny, and this makes real people develop unreal expectations. I looked at a lot of videos and the women all look the same.
Adrian: action speaks louder than words; football comeback;
Elias: how to turn nothing into something; over the break I tried to go beyond my limitations, and I learned it takes heart, drive, and motivation. You shouldn't stop doing something you love.
Klieff: global warming is a serious threat; I'm doing research on the Internet, and I learned that it's getting serious. The sea level is rising, by as much as seven inches by the end of the century.
Ofelia: Topic is why people can't control their anger. Some people get into conflict This is connected to Fahrenheit 451 because the book is fill
Nicol: My topic is racism because I have lived with it all my life. I see a connection with the course because in Fahrenheit 451 they talk about books and knowledge.
Jocelyn: Why can't we have free tuition for college? I looked up resources and found arguments for this online. It gives us knowledge and helps people.
Jason: How to become a barber. Over the break I got a haircut. I started learning about getting a license to cut hair. Connection: everyone in here needs a haircut.
Marcos: How to become a tattoo artist. The first step is drawing, so I drew a lot over break. Then I'll ink pig skin.
Giovanni: What makes people creative? You have to live in a creative state and open your heart and mind. Everyone is creative in their own way, like in the books we read in this class.
Isaias: How can we provide food without being cruel to animals? I researched PETA and other resources, and my next step is to change my own eating habits and become a vegetarian.
Chris: How to become a barber. Over Spring Break I researched the program I'll need to get my license. But I also realized I needed to familiarize myself with the tools and cut some hair to see if I like it enough to commit.
Jose: Why can't everyone get along? Why are some people racists or narrow-minded? Over the break I did some research and looked at current events. Connection: in The Great Gatsby Tom was a racist.
Angel: What does it take to become a police officer? Over the break I talked to my uncle because he's a former police officer. He said to study criminal justice and get a degree. From my online research I learned that you also need to overcome your own challenges, like we're getting over being nervous so we can present today.
Jaime: My masterpiece is about joining the military. I researched some websites about what it takes to join, and my next step is to identify any obstacles I need to overcome in this process.
Etzell: My big question is, Will I ever succeed? Since I was a little girl I've had a passion for singing.
Satchel: How can we upgrade education? How can we make the school system more like this cool? I researched Montessori and combined it with Open Source Learning. This is going to take a long time and my next step is to research the standards and qualifications that are required to adopt this learning system in schools.
Carlos: Why do people get into school so much? Why do they care or do community service?
Karen:(NO SHOW)
Maria: Is time real? In reality, are we in the right time or do we just believe what others tell us? Why do we always have to hurry-- just because others tell us to? Connection: people always rush to get things done.
Elizabeth: (NO SHOW)
Victor: What religion is the true religion of God? Judaism, Christianity, and Islam all make claims. Next steps: I plan to read the texts of Christianity and Islam.
Katie: Different learning types. I learned a little about this in my Intro to Education class, and I worked with my Dad to put this in practice. People learn visually, auditorily, and kinesthetically.
Vivian: Animal behavior. I did some research online and I also tested training ideas on my pig. Experimenting taught me a lot. Animals respond to facial expressions. My next step is to interview a professional animal behaviorist.
Alin: How to become a professional performer of Ballet Folklorico. Connection: they get paid for every dance they do, just like we get grades for everything we do.
Emily: I've been thinking about how we learn with Open Source Learning, and I'd like to introduce this program in Mexico. I think they would make more use of this than we do here. We can volunteer at schools.
Robert: What is the best route to become a police officer? Over break I talked to my cousin and my next step is
Luis: Finding vintage clothing online or thrift stores. Over the break I learned that it's easier to find deals and selection in big cities. Eventually I plan to open an online store to resell clothes.
Alex: Create my own clothing brand.
Richard: Why does music have such a big impact on people? Keep listening to music. Connection: in Fahrenheit 451 some of the things in the book are actually happening in our culture.
Elvis: Why don't school counselors help students with their real problems? Counselors just put you into classes. Next steps: talk to therapists and see what we can do
Jay: How to become a mechanical engineer. I learned that you have to have a 4-year degree. Over the break I talked to racers. I want to learn more about the best college in California where I can study this.
Brayan: Profiling teachers... (to be continued)
Karen: Why are women represented in negative ways? Images on the Internet portray female bodies in unrealistic ways -- pretty and skinny, and this makes real people develop unreal expectations. I looked at a lot of videos and the women all look the same.
Adrian: action speaks louder than words; football comeback;
Elias: how to turn nothing into something; over the break I tried to go beyond my limitations, and I learned it takes heart, drive, and motivation. You shouldn't stop doing something you love.
Klieff: global warming is a serious threat; I'm doing research on the Internet, and I learned that it's getting serious. The sea level is rising, by as much as seven inches by the end of the century.
Ofelia: Topic is why people can't control their anger. Some people get into conflict This is connected to Fahrenheit 451 because the book is fill
Nicol: My topic is racism because I have lived with it all my life. I see a connection with the course because in Fahrenheit 451 they talk about books and knowledge.
Jocelyn: Why can't we have free tuition for college? I looked up resources and found arguments for this online. It gives us knowledge and helps people.
Jason: How to become a barber. Over the break I got a haircut. I started learning about getting a license to cut hair. Connection: everyone in here needs a haircut.
Marcos: How to become a tattoo artist. The first step is drawing, so I drew a lot over break. Then I'll ink pig skin.
Giovanni: What makes people creative? You have to live in a creative state and open your heart and mind. Everyone is creative in their own way, like in the books we read in this class.
Isaias: How can we provide food without being cruel to animals? I researched PETA and other resources, and my next step is to change my own eating habits and become a vegetarian.
Chris: How to become a barber. Over Spring Break I researched the program I'll need to get my license. But I also realized I needed to familiarize myself with the tools and cut some hair to see if I like it enough to commit.
Jose: Why can't everyone get along? Why are some people racists or narrow-minded? Over the break I did some research and looked at current events. Connection: in The Great Gatsby Tom was a racist.
Angel: What does it take to become a police officer? Over the break I talked to my uncle because he's a former police officer. He said to study criminal justice and get a degree. From my online research I learned that you also need to overcome your own challenges, like we're getting over being nervous so we can present today.
Jaime: My masterpiece is about joining the military. I researched some websites about what it takes to join, and my next step is to identify any obstacles I need to overcome in this process.
Etzell: My big question is, Will I ever succeed? Since I was a little girl I've had a passion for singing.
Satchel: How can we upgrade education? How can we make the school system more like this cool? I researched Montessori and combined it with Open Source Learning. This is going to take a long time and my next step is to research the standards and qualifications that are required to adopt this learning system in schools.
Carlos: Why do people get into school so much? Why do they care or do community service?
Karen:(NO SHOW)
Maria: Is time real? In reality, are we in the right time or do we just believe what others tell us? Why do we always have to hurry-- just because others tell us to? Connection: people always rush to get things done.
Elizabeth: (NO SHOW)
Victor: What religion is the true religion of God? Judaism, Christianity, and Islam all make claims. Next steps: I plan to read the texts of Christianity and Islam.
Katie: Different learning types. I learned a little about this in my Intro to Education class, and I worked with my Dad to put this in practice. People learn visually, auditorily, and kinesthetically.
Vivian: Animal behavior. I did some research online and I also tested training ideas on my pig. Experimenting taught me a lot. Animals respond to facial expressions. My next step is to interview a professional animal behaviorist.
Alin: How to become a professional performer of Ballet Folklorico. Connection: they get paid for every dance they do, just like we get grades for everything we do.
Emily: I've been thinking about how we learn with Open Source Learning, and I'd like to introduce this program in Mexico. I think they would make more use of this than we do here. We can volunteer at schools.
Robert: What is the best route to become a police officer? Over break I talked to my cousin and my next step is
Luis: Finding vintage clothing online or thrift stores. Over the break I learned that it's easier to find deals and selection in big cities. Eventually I plan to open an online store to resell clothes.
Alex: Create my own clothing brand.
Richard: Why does music have such a big impact on people? Keep listening to music. Connection: in Fahrenheit 451 some of the things in the book are actually happening in our culture.
Elvis: Why don't school counselors help students with their real problems? Counselors just put you into classes. Next steps: talk to therapists and see what we can do
Jay: How to become a mechanical engineer. I learned that you have to have a 4-year degree. Over the break I talked to racers. I want to learn more about the best college in California where I can study this.
Brayan: Profiling teachers... (to be continued)
april 26
AGENDA:
1. Ignite Talks
2. Journal
JOURNAL: (at end of period)
What did you learn today? Describe at least three observations about speakers' topics, processes, or styles. Include at least one example of ethos, pathos, and logos.
1. Ignite Talks
2. Journal
JOURNAL: (at end of period)
What did you learn today? Describe at least three observations about speakers' topics, processes, or styles. Include at least one example of ethos, pathos, and logos.
Tuesday, April 25, 2017
ignite talks wednesday
Traditional speakers at professional conferences talk for an extended
period of time, either as a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator, or
panelist.
A few years ago a new trend emerged in the world of sharing ideas. TED and other conferences made shorter talks popular. These were kind of like the intellectual version of "speed dating." At one conference where I presented, there was a series of "ignite talks"-- these were designed to be high-energy, exciting introductions to ideas that would get the audience thinking and hungry for more. They were also required to be no longer than five minutes.
Tomorrow (Wednesday, April 26) every single member of our learning community will give an ignite talk. There will be no passes, no "I forgot"s, no exceptions.
How will we manage this?
Our ignite talks will be no more than one minute long.
Here is what each ignite talk will include:
Looking forward to learning from you!
A few years ago a new trend emerged in the world of sharing ideas. TED and other conferences made shorter talks popular. These were kind of like the intellectual version of "speed dating." At one conference where I presented, there was a series of "ignite talks"-- these were designed to be high-energy, exciting introductions to ideas that would get the audience thinking and hungry for more. They were also required to be no longer than five minutes.
Tomorrow (Wednesday, April 26) every single member of our learning community will give an ignite talk. There will be no passes, no "I forgot"s, no exceptions.
How will we manage this?
Our ignite talks will be no more than one minute long.
Here is what each ignite talk will include:
- Your big question/ masterpiece topic (1-2 sentences)
- One thing you did over the break to explore your question/topic (1 sentence)
- One thing you learned by exploring over the break (1 sentence)
- One connection you see between this course or something we read and your question/topic (1 sentence)
- What you're doing next (1 sentence)
Looking forward to learning from you!
Monday, April 24, 2017
april 25
JOURNAL TOPIC:
Describe the most idiotic thing you ever thought.
AGENDA:
Today we will reconnect, see where we are, assess what we need, and agree on some next steps.
Describe the most idiotic thing you ever thought.
AGENDA:
Today we will reconnect, see where we are, assess what we need, and agree on some next steps.
Sunday, April 23, 2017
april 24
JOURNAL TOPIC:
In nature, Spring is a time of birth and renewal. Flowers bloom, baby animals get born, and outside you can practically hear "The Circle of Life" from the soundtrack of The Lion King. (*Which I'd be playing alongside this topic if I were in class today.)
We humans have created rituals in our cultures and religions to celebrate Spring. Apart from formal celebrations like Passover and Easter, and the Pagan rituals that preceded them both, many families practice Spring cleaning.
So my question is this: now that we are solidly in Spring, what can you do to start over, or clean out part of your life, or change for the better?
AGENDA:
1. Journal
2. Peer review
In nature, Spring is a time of birth and renewal. Flowers bloom, baby animals get born, and outside you can practically hear "The Circle of Life" from the soundtrack of The Lion King. (*Which I'd be playing alongside this topic if I were in class today.)
We humans have created rituals in our cultures and religions to celebrate Spring. Apart from formal celebrations like Passover and Easter, and the Pagan rituals that preceded them both, many families practice Spring cleaning.
So my question is this: now that we are solidly in Spring, what can you do to start over, or clean out part of your life, or change for the better?
AGENDA:
1. Journal
2. Peer review
- Please read at least five (5) of your colleagues' work over the break
- Please comment to their work with at least one (1) compliment and one (1) constructive criticism
- In a post on your blog, describe what impressed you most-- what did someone else do well enough to inspire you and/or give you an idea for your own work?
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