This conference was brief. We were reminded to make sure our CV was at the end of the Comprehensive Exam. We were reminded to use reflections with references at the end of each of the 33 indicators.
We will be emailed our grades. If you do not receive an A you will have a chance to make corrections or can keep your grade.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Week 4 Conference Saturday Morning
Not much to add from previous conferences just offer to help if needed. The big change is the misunderstanding that you can have 3 references for the whole Appendix G when we need to have 3 references per activity. You can use the same write up if an indicator is used mulitple times.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Week 4 Thursday Web Conference
This confence was short. Mostly Dr. Abernathy was there to offer support for all students. She stated if you were a student that experienced a change in course to pick any of the courses that were substituted and reflect on one of them.
Again she offered support for student and offered her phone number to call directly if needed.
Again she offered support for student and offered her phone number to call directly if needed.
Week 4 Monday Web Conference
Week 4 Web Conference
This week’s web conference was short. Dr. Abernathy said that they will not count works on reflections for the 33 indicators for the internship. You may have three references for the whole reflection group. Make sure that your reflections are meaningful. You do not have to double space reflections.
As always she encouraged us to contact her or Dawn with questions, they are both concerned with our success of this program. They have both provided their personal phone numbers to contact them personally.
This week’s web conference was short. Dr. Abernathy said that they will not count works on reflections for the 33 indicators for the internship. You may have three references for the whole reflection group. Make sure that your reflections are meaningful. You do not have to double space reflections.
As always she encouraged us to contact her or Dawn with questions, they are both concerned with our success of this program. They have both provided their personal phone numbers to contact them personally.
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Week Three Web Conference
Week 3 Web Conference
The web conference was small this week, make sure you check the discussion boards for week 4 conference time, it will probably change to a Thursday again.
Dr. Abernathy assured students that if more time was needed to complete the comprehensive exam and ePortfolio then you would be able to request extra time. It is preferred that you complete all work by October 1 but and extension until November 1 can be given. If you plan on graduating in December then November 1 is the absolute latest you can turn in assignment and allow professor time to grade and post. You will receive and incomplete until assignments are received and graded. Epic will close on the last day of class. Any late work will have to be emailed to Dr. Abernathy.
When reflecting on your six favorite courses Dr. Abernathy suggested you reference specific assignments, standards, self-assessment, and any home, school, community connection you can make as you complete each courses reflection. She also suggested that we pay close attention to the rubrics.
Finally, she stressed that every student has the support of Dawn and herself. If you have any questions or concerns then please feel free to call or email.
The web conference was small this week, make sure you check the discussion boards for week 4 conference time, it will probably change to a Thursday again.
Dr. Abernathy assured students that if more time was needed to complete the comprehensive exam and ePortfolio then you would be able to request extra time. It is preferred that you complete all work by October 1 but and extension until November 1 can be given. If you plan on graduating in December then November 1 is the absolute latest you can turn in assignment and allow professor time to grade and post. You will receive and incomplete until assignments are received and graded. Epic will close on the last day of class. Any late work will have to be emailed to Dr. Abernathy.
When reflecting on your six favorite courses Dr. Abernathy suggested you reference specific assignments, standards, self-assessment, and any home, school, community connection you can make as you complete each courses reflection. She also suggested that we pay close attention to the rubrics.
Finally, she stressed that every student has the support of Dawn and herself. If you have any questions or concerns then please feel free to call or email.
Saturday, September 3, 2011
Week 2 Web Conference
The web conference this week clarified several things. Dr. Abernathy stated that we should have at least ten different sources cited in our comprehensive final paper. You can use a site twice, but it will only count as one source. She asked that the sources be varied as possible and the quotes are to be unique, if possible. There is no limit to the maximum number of citations you have to have.
She stated that while it is not a requirement, it would be nice to see the assignments in the ePortfolio. The use of music, video and graphics will serve to enhance the overall presentation of the portfolio, but is not a requirement. She suggested personalizing the site to include family information, if you feel comfortable doing so.
When the course is done, we will have reflected over eight courses and eight standards. When reflecting on the courses, do not mention the assignments, but rather the learning from completing the assignments. When reflecting on the standards, you can mention any assignment that goes with the standard.
APA style and scholarly writing was stressed. Please utilize reference material to assist with the APA.
Everyone should have received an email through their Lamar account that will have a link to apply for graduation. There is a deadline, so make sure to apply. It does not matter if you are going to be present for the ceremony or not, you must still apply for graduation.
Web conference for next week will be on Thursday at 7:30 pm, instead of the usual Saturday morning conference.
A final note was given to use the discussion board for questions and help from your classmates. Both Dawn and Dr. Abernathy made sure everyone knew that they would each be available to help in any way needed.
Saturday, August 27, 2011
EDLD 5370 Week One Web Conference
Week One – Part 1.1 – Reflection on Web Conference
I found that the first web conference was extremely helpful. I loved that we started off with information on how to apply for graduation, through contacting Student Services at luacademic@lamar.edu . I cannot believe that eighteen months have gone by and I am near completion of the program.
We discussed that it was up to each student to decide to create a new wiki, or to simply use their existing wiki. Examples are to be given by Dr. Abernathy regarding the correct procedure to set up a professional wiki. Any wiki format may be chosen, but Dr. Abernathy asked to make it a public format so that others can look at the work produced.
The comprehensive final was discussed. It is a continual work in progress, with each week adding to the previous until week five, when it should be complete. While a student’s grades are important, it is only the end grade that will count. Included in the final will be a reference section, and the curriculum vitae will appear as an appendix. The e-portfolio will be worth 600 points and the comprehensive final will be worth 400 points.
Students were reminded to be sure to utilize three references for reflections and prepare the reflections using the APA format! Dawn, our IA, was also on the conference and it was encouraging that she is involved and committed to our success. She shared contact information with us for more personal help, if needed.
There were concerns voiced on the amount of work involved in this course. The class was encouraged to work diligently, and indications were that if effort is put forth, the student would realize successful course and program completion. Students were reminded they need only to contact Dr. Abernathy or Dawn and they will try to facilitate a thorough understanding of the material, should additional time to achieve this be required.
I found that the first web conference was extremely helpful. I loved that we started off with information on how to apply for graduation, through contacting Student Services at luacademic@lamar.edu . I cannot believe that eighteen months have gone by and I am near completion of the program.
We discussed that it was up to each student to decide to create a new wiki, or to simply use their existing wiki. Examples are to be given by Dr. Abernathy regarding the correct procedure to set up a professional wiki. Any wiki format may be chosen, but Dr. Abernathy asked to make it a public format so that others can look at the work produced.
The comprehensive final was discussed. It is a continual work in progress, with each week adding to the previous until week five, when it should be complete. While a student’s grades are important, it is only the end grade that will count. Included in the final will be a reference section, and the curriculum vitae will appear as an appendix. The e-portfolio will be worth 600 points and the comprehensive final will be worth 400 points.
Students were reminded to be sure to utilize three references for reflections and prepare the reflections using the APA format! Dawn, our IA, was also on the conference and it was encouraging that she is involved and committed to our success. She shared contact information with us for more personal help, if needed.
There were concerns voiced on the amount of work involved in this course. The class was encouraged to work diligently, and indications were that if effort is put forth, the student would realize successful course and program completion. Students were reminded they need only to contact Dr. Abernathy or Dawn and they will try to facilitate a thorough understanding of the material, should additional time to achieve this be required.
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Week 4 Web Conference EDLD 5397
Web conference week 4
During the conference students were told to be prepared to upload several items.
• You should upload your draft paper for your action research project.
• Vitae
• PISE or ETLISE
• Professional Development Plan
• Career Position and Goal Statement
• Action plan and Action Research.
In addition you should make sure to reference all seventeen questions about your action research plan, this includes the additional nine questions from this week’s assignments.
It was also stated to make sure you shared a brief explanation of why you chose your action research plan topic with students in the discussion board.
During the conference students were told to be prepared to upload several items.
• You should upload your draft paper for your action research project.
• Vitae
• PISE or ETLISE
• Professional Development Plan
• Career Position and Goal Statement
• Action plan and Action Research.
In addition you should make sure to reference all seventeen questions about your action research plan, this includes the additional nine questions from this week’s assignments.
It was also stated to make sure you shared a brief explanation of why you chose your action research plan topic with students in the discussion board.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Week 3 Web conference
Tonight the web conference was mostly to share our action research, successes, struggles, and concerns. Dr. Martin also talked about several types of research to give students options on what they could do. It was also requested to either edit or add during our discussion board posts more information about our action research.
We were also told what the ELCC is. It is the Educational Leadership Constituent Council that is made up of elementary and secondary principal national groups and national administration group. The council observes and accredits educational leadership programs on the University level.
Students who are concerned about taking the principal’s exam need to look for books by Dr. Cortez-Ruckers. Her information is very extensive.
Finally you need to make sure that you put the district name on the title page of your action research.
We were also told what the ELCC is. It is the Educational Leadership Constituent Council that is made up of elementary and secondary principal national groups and national administration group. The council observes and accredits educational leadership programs on the University level.
Students who are concerned about taking the principal’s exam need to look for books by Dr. Cortez-Ruckers. Her information is very extensive.
Finally you need to make sure that you put the district name on the title page of your action research.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Web Conference Week 2 EDLD 5397
Questions were asked regarding the assignment. During the conference, Dr. Mason said that the PISE form does not have to be signed by your supervisor due to the difficulty some may have in making a connection with them.
It was stated that all students must score an 80% on the LCE before they can take the state exam. It was discussed how to prepare for the test. There is a section in the resource section in the form of a PowerPoint that you can see. There is an admin Google site for more information. https://sites.google.com/site/luedlead/home .
Students shared leadership stories, observations and experiences.
It was stated that all students must score an 80% on the LCE before they can take the state exam. It was discussed how to prepare for the test. There is a section in the resource section in the form of a PowerPoint that you can see. There is an admin Google site for more information. https://sites.google.com/site/luedlead/home .
Students shared leadership stories, observations and experiences.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
First Web conference for EDLD 5370
Tonight on the web conference several items were clarified. Each person is required to make at least 8 changes to their intern plan or if you do not have that many changes then add a few additional items that you can do. Assignments to TK20 will start from it’s implementation and you will not have to go back to add assignments. Each student needs to make sure their supervisor fills out an evaluation form for their work so far. Additional questions were answered on a personal level such as can you switch supervisors, filing your intern plan, and other questions that were more personal in nature to a specific person.
Finally Dr. Martin stressed that they want you to learn as much as possible from your intern experience as possible to help you become a better employee no matter what that role may be. He also stated that getting a principal added certification is a bonus for any position you may hold.
Finally Dr. Martin stressed that they want you to learn as much as possible from your intern experience as possible to help you become a better employee no matter what that role may be. He also stated that getting a principal added certification is a bonus for any position you may hold.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
UDL and ebook
In Week 3 of my DELD 5364 I created a UDL lesson. Book Builder Reflection
Creating the ebook was an adventure. I was a little apprehensive at first at tackling the book. The Cast ebook builder makes it almost impossible to do anything wrong. It was fun to create the book and I could see many uses in creating such books to enhance learning in the classroom. I used some features of other programs that I had not had much experience with in creating the graphics. I would like to become more proficient in making better graphics so that I would not have to worry as much about copyright issues when creating the books. I kept my first ebook fairly simple. As I create other ebooks I will work to add other features to the books.
What a fun way for reteaching a concept. Students could use the coaches to give additional information to students, allowing them an opportunity to access to further without showing feeling intimidated in asking for more information. Students who need to have text read to them would be able to have that options while others who do not need that modification could skip this part. ESL student could listen to the text over and over as many times as they need without feeling self concious.
http://bookbuilder.cast.org/view.php?op=view&book=40978&page=1
Creating the ebook was an adventure. I was a little apprehensive at first at tackling the book. The Cast ebook builder makes it almost impossible to do anything wrong. It was fun to create the book and I could see many uses in creating such books to enhance learning in the classroom. I used some features of other programs that I had not had much experience with in creating the graphics. I would like to become more proficient in making better graphics so that I would not have to worry as much about copyright issues when creating the books. I kept my first ebook fairly simple. As I create other ebooks I will work to add other features to the books.
What a fun way for reteaching a concept. Students could use the coaches to give additional information to students, allowing them an opportunity to access to further without showing feeling intimidated in asking for more information. Students who need to have text read to them would be able to have that options while others who do not need that modification could skip this part. ESL student could listen to the text over and over as many times as they need without feeling self concious.
http://bookbuilder.cast.org/view.php?op=view&book=40978&page=1
Monday, January 17, 2011
EDLD 5345 Human Resources Management Assignment 1
It is important for principals to deal swiftly and effectively with conflict. If there is not a solution or at least an effort to come up with a solution then the conflict will continue to grow. It can also create other conflects. Fixing the conflict is always the best choice for any principal.
There may be times when the “fix” does not work but as long as the principal is taking an active role in trying to correct the conflict or problem then most parties involved will be satisfied that a solution is coming.
If a principal chooses the flight option then the situation generally becomes worse. If a principal chooses the fight option then teachers may become antagonistic toward the principal as well as other teachers.
Diplomacy should be a principal’s middle name, at times a school can be like running the united nations, everyone may have a different agenda but they all need to gel into a single vision.
There may be times when the “fix” does not work but as long as the principal is taking an active role in trying to correct the conflict or problem then most parties involved will be satisfied that a solution is coming.
If a principal chooses the flight option then the situation generally becomes worse. If a principal chooses the fight option then teachers may become antagonistic toward the principal as well as other teachers.
Diplomacy should be a principal’s middle name, at times a school can be like running the united nations, everyone may have a different agenda but they all need to gel into a single vision.
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