Week 2 “Trekking to web-search and back to write objectives ”

This week I learned what search tools are available and how to use them effectively. I have to admit that I did not have a clue about those search engines. I thought Google was enough for me. All the tips in “Technology Tip of the Month” are extremely valuable and “Noodletools” is an incredible tool. Knowledge of both certainly takes away much of the “searching” frustration. However, I am not an expert yet. I am still a technically-challenged teacher.

I also learned how to phrase my query into an appropriate search engine. I think the more I use different engines and portals, the more skillful searcher I would be. While searching, I realized that I was always looking for teacher-tools to utilize in the class, but that I actually need to find tools to assist students to learn independently and also to have a collaborative learning.

In formulating learning objectives, I learned the A.B.C.D. method. It is a formula to write a clear objective. It is in the form of Who (Audience) Behaves how, in what kind of Condition, to what Degree to achieve. This method is truly beneficial because it helps teachers focus on what their objective is and gives students a clear goal.
I would like to show what I learned this week to my coworkers at school.

There is so much that I did not know last week but this week I know.
I thank you all for sharing great sites, opinions and insights. They are very effective and helpful. I hope that I can contribute more to the class next time.