Diigo/Social Bookmarking

Well, my experience in social bookmarking was pretty minimal before this assignment. I knew how to add a "favorite" website to my "favorites" but that was about it. This tool or resource will be very helpful in keeping track and up to date with websites that I have started learning about through other educators which have helped me thus far. My understanding of a browser add on is an additional program or software that enhances the browser you are currently using. The only browser add ons that I am currently using are on Diigo/Diigolet. The installation worked alright once I spent some time figuring out what I was doing. I had downloaded the additional software so that the bookmarking tool would appear in the toolbar. Once I realized it was there and got to the correct screen, I was able to complete the required assignment for posting between my Diigo account and my blog. When asked what IS TE NETS T or NETS A standard I would consider this activity to be most closest to, I would have to say both have direct impact on relating to this assignment. The information discusses designing and developing digital learning experiences and digital tools. I find in today's classroom so many things are going digital. Smart boards, laptops, etc. are used almost daily for teaching students throughout the curriculum. I do think that this information will be very helpful to me as a new teacher. I am currently a substitute and when working in various classrooms, I never know what I will walk into or be expected to teach. It is important that I continue learning to help me be as prepared as possible. 

Snipping Tool

I created a snipping tool using the resourceful video introduction that was provided by Dr. Pierce. Before this class I had never heard of this and wasn't sure what to expect. I must say the tutorial video was extremely helpful to me and provided step by step instructions so that I could do this. While completing this assignment, I was also working to create my Diigo account. Therefore, I chose to create a snipping image off of that website. See below:

I find myself no expert, though if I needed to show someone how to use a snipping tool, I believe I could. This will be very beneficial to me as I learn and grow as an educator. I am sure I will use this tool again in the near future.

Self Portrait

I just completed the Self Portrait assignment. I must say I do not believe this looks anything like me. The website used to create this image which includes my picture is: http://www.picassohead.com/?id=b7fee2f

Issues I found included: not many options for eyes, nose, hair, etc. I was able to use the flip and rotate option which helped with some of this however with limited options, the image does not look like me.

Introduction

My name is Jessica and I am a graduate student at FSU. I am working to obtain my Master in Special Education degree. This is my first time "blogging". I am excited to learn more about advanced technology methods and talking with my peers in EDUC 6305 through this technology. Hope everyone has a great semester!