Hypermedia is really cool. I already understood what it was, I just didn’t know what to call it. Hypermedia as understand it is the mixture of information and links to other sites or pages where more information is accessible. One of the best parts of hypermedia in my opinion is the increased motivation students have to use it. Perhaps they won’t want to read a novel; but, give them access to the same material in hypermedia format and they will eat it up.
Ebooks are another great resource. As an english teacher it will be awesome to have access to free copies of novels online; Google books will have Romeo and Juliet and a whole bunch of other things that I will be teaching. I bet in a poorly funded school district that will be a handy thing to have access to. The narration feature of ebook software increases the comprehension and enjoyment of students on top of the accessibility and cost effectiveness.
Podcasts are one of my favorite new technologies. It is so effective to be able to listen and take in information on a variety of subject in almost any setting. I subscribe to over 25 different podcasts on a variety of subject. Using this technology in education is a no brainer. It has the same increased comprehension as the narration feature of the ebook; but, teachers and students can tailor it to almost any subject or use.
Podcasts and Ebooks are both things that I plan to use in my classroom. I am psyched to learn how to make my own podcasts. I will use them perhaps as a weekly update for my students to remind them what we are doing in class, what is due, and things of that nature. I could also make a test review podcast for my class. Ebooks are going to be great. I already have hard copies and audio books of most novel that I foresee teaching. The Ebook fills the gap between the two, its free, and I can get it on my loptop just like you would a kindle.
What is the best podcast software? What are all the options? Can we hurry up and do the podcast lesson yet?
Best-
Blake
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