One more thing...

To be honest, I suppose I'm just very lucky to have been raised in the technical age, and blessed to work in a school system that is very "big" on technology.

Most, if not all, of the "things" were not new to me... but they were, in hindsight, a good "refresher" course.

There were a few new things I picked up on - some things I had seen before, but never delved into... but all in all, I hope to use this blog (and those followed through it) to stay abreast of NEW and innovative ideas on how to best add technology into our classroom curriculum and daily planning.

Thing #23

This looks familiar.... I'm guessing IT'S where our "23 Things" was adapted from.

Creative Commons helped with this, as did the video clip.

I'll use this a lot to grab ideas from, and also to share to!

Thing #22

I listed to the DCI (Drum Corp International) "Your 2010 Season Ending Field Pass."

I picked this as it related closely to my field of expertise.

I often make podcasts, and my students do as well.  It's a great option for those that would prefer to  CREATE a project rather than PRESENT information.

Thing #21

Okay... for an online video maker... I suppose this is okay.  I see NOTHING here that makes me want to use this over iMovie or a more appropriate downloaded software.  iMovie offers the same idea, but in a much easier interface.  Still... for it being available online (and free - for the 30 second videos, anyway)... it's not bad.

Here's my quickly made video:
http://animoto.com/play/xs8ilFjq2yW41kK3cFu3mA

P.S. - I do like the automatic fade in/out of the music.

Thing #20

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2uNwFJEXO4

A quick video of our marching band from last year.

I think the idea of sites such as these are great to "get word out."  I know several politicians have found YouTube a much easier way to push their message/agenda.  Others have found out (in a not so enjoyable way) its usefulness in allowing users to give the same from one of their own speeches.

I think this (and iTunesU) will continue to lead toward more technology in education... I only remain concerned about its ability to be monitored IN the classroom.

Thing #19

I checked out the Ning website during our discussion on the online discussion board concerning it.  I found it lacking in several functions, and don't see the practicality of using such a site when sites such as Facebook or MySpace can be just as useful, are more popular, and only need monitoring/modifying to have the same purpose as Ning.

Thing #18

My Facebook Profile

I am "friends" with my superintendent, several co-teachers, current student parents, and several ex-students on this site.

I have found it a great way to communicate as well as discuss ideas.

If maintained properly, I could see students using this, as well... but I believe a separate account should be created (keeping professional and personal separate).