Team work

I think that things went really well working as a team creating a web quest. Both of our ideas came together. The only problem with working as a team sometimes one may take control and do more than others or may not take others input. Sometimes it can be hard to compromise because one may want to do something one way and someone else wants to do something another way. My partner and I worked well and we helped each other when we made errors along the way.

Next time I do a webquest I want to try to do it online. I may need some help or extra training on how to do this because I haven't done this before.

Webquests

I love webquests. I think that they are so fun and they are a great way to enhance learning. I want to definitely use them in my classroom. I know that I can incorporate webquests in my lessons in so many ways. It just takes some creativity and planning.

I know that I could use it in the future for a nutrition unit exploring online making meal plans and exercise plans, anything.
I think that it worked really well doing the webquest as a hypermedia powerpoint because it is easy to use and understand. I know that I will always be able to access it.

I also think that this was a great project to do as a team effort because two heads are better than one. My partner was great to work with and she had really great ideas. I really appreciated her input.

My 3 resources for the Research Paper

OOps! I almost totally forgot to post my resources. Better Late than Never. Sorry Suzy. I hope you count me in on this still.
Here it is!

- Fleming, Linda; May, Lisa; Motamedi, Vahid;. Predicting Preservice Teacher Competence in Computer Technology: Modeling and Application in Training Environments. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education. v. 15 no. 2 (2007) p. 207-31.

- Neo,Mai. Learning with Multimedia: Engaging Students in Constructivist Learning.
International Journal of Instructional Media. v. 34 no. 2 (2007) p. 149-58.

- Neo, Mai; Tse-Kian, Ken Neo; Eshaq, Ahmad Rafi Mohamed. Designing Interactive Multimedia Curricula to Enhance Teaching and Learning in the Malaysian Classroom--From Teacher-Led to Student-Centered Experiences. International Journal of Instructional Media. v. 34 no. 1 (2007) p. 51-90.

Microsoft Publisher

This is an awesome program. I am excited to get to know microsoft publisher.
Ideas:
- Students can make their own calander,to help them stay organized
- Students can do a news letter on a particular health topic
- I like the idea of making a brochure for a health center.
- I could make a banner to put up in my classroom.
- I could make award certificates to give out maybe for grading.

Ultimate Goals

http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pcLGtKs4rGk3VHQjws3EOcA

Chronicals of UVSC

Hey check out carrie's blogg @ urstillwalking.blogspot.com for the sweet UVSC pictures we posted. Thanks Suzy.

COOl New Resources for Teachers

I found some neat stuff that I know will be of good use to me and any other heath professionals.
I explored on the uen.org website and I abolutely love it. It has everything a teacher could ever want and need in their classroom. The first thing that I looked for was a neat video that I could show my students on drunk driving and personal safety. I found a video on evideo from the video and media link, called Crossing Deadly Lines. I also found a website under educational links where you can analyze your food intake and compare it to the dietary guidelines. I like the taking a the field trip idea that takes you to differentl sites that have activitites to do. I really like the one, Getting To Know Yourself. I think this will be useful for the unit healthy self. There is some good stuff for you, health teachers.
You can also check me out or contact me at:
Mrs. Stacy Symes Towner
http://my.uen.org/202530

Hello Everyone! I am a Utah girl born and raised in Sandy.
I just recently got married on June 12, 2007 to my High School sweetheart. Married life is the Best. I am a summer girl. I enjoy the outdoors, hiking, biking, waterskiing, wakeboarding, watch the sunset and much more. I also love the snow. I enjoy snow skiing, snowmobiling and sledding of course.
My Moto is: To Live, Laugh Often, Love Much!