Personality Test

I just took the personality test and it says that I am a Guardian. I feel like I was way off! I don't feel like I am a leader, which was the main point of being a guardian. Maybe I have the ability to be a leader within me, but I just haven't had the opportunity to expose those characteristics. I believe and even believed before I took this test that I was very good at leading a group of students. However, I don't feel as comfortable leading a group of teachers. I am very serious and usually see things as black and white. Another characteristic of a guardian is that they enjoy working with groups, which is the farthest thing from me. I prefer to work alone because I am not as comfortable around other people, especially those I don't know. I guess in some ways the test was right, but not in all ways. The ISTE NETS standard covered is Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Decision Making because I use use multiple processes and diverse perspectives to explore alternative solutions.

Self Assesed Personality

I have not taken any personality tests to my knowledge. However, I read about the four different types and have diagnosed myself as an Idealist. This is because I am very trusting, hard on myself and become upset with conflict or confrontation. I strive to make everyone happy and have been told many times that I am "too kind". I look to make meaningful relationships with people that will last a lifetime. I am usually a pretty good judge of character about the people that will fit the profile of having that type of relationship. I may have a few of the other characteristics of the remaining types of personalities, but Idealist seems to stick out to me the most.

Browser Wars

Over the years I have worked with Internet Explorer, Netscape,AOL, and just recently Mozilla Foxfire. I would say that I am most familiar with Internet Explorer and AOL, but I am adjusting to Mozilla. What I like about Mozilla is that it keeps track of all of your recent downloads and shows them to you in a little screen. So, what is a web browser? This is a software application for retrieving, presenting, and transversing information resources on the world wide web (according to Wikipedia). As of April the four most popular web browsers are: 1.Mozilla Foxfire, 2.Internet Explorer 8, 3.Chrome, and 4.Internet Explorer 7. "Browser Wars" refers to a competition for dominance in usage of web browsers. The three things that drive the competition are: adding new features, adding proprietary features, and inadvertently creating security loopholes. The big deal about having the top browser is that even though the browser may be free, if enough people like the browser they are more likely to buy software made from that company, which provides revenue for the investment of and making of new products. Digital Citizenship is the standard that fits this activity because it involves finding a browser that uses safe and legal practices for surfing the Internet.

Blog Survey

I completed the blog survey and I am so amazed how these surveys are all made from Google. I think this is a good way to find out information about students without doing it the traditional way. Students love technology and Google has so many things to use, that I definitely think that I will use these in the future. These surveys could also be used for parents throughout the year, so you know what they are thinking. Communication and Collaboration is the standard covered because it asks that I interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and media.

Blogger

Yesterday I added two new link list gadgets to my blog page. These are Google and Fairmont State's websites. I definitely visit these sites the most. I've been trying to think of other sites to add, so there may be some new ones coming soon. It took me a few tries to get the gadgets on the site correctly, but it was actually pretty easy to do, and I didn't get very frustrated! I also added a picture of me and my boyfriend Jeremy from graduation. So far I haven't been too frustrated with the technology, so hopefully that will continue. Standard covered is Technology Operations and Concepts because I had to troubleshoot applications and use them effienctly and productively.

Computer Self Efficacy Survey

Well, I just finished the computer survey and I already knew that I struggled with this concept, but I did find out that I have the most trouble with making videos and inserting sounds and graphics. Most of the questions I was able to answer that I could do the tasks with help. I need a lot of support when it comes to technology, because I don't have very much confidence in myself. Technology is especially important in the teaching profession because the kids absolutely love working with computers, iPod's, and all of the other tools. By taking this survey I was able to identify my strengths and weaknesses, which helps me know what I need to work on! The standard covered with this activity is Research and Information Fluency because of the data collection and evaluation. The other standard covered is Technology Operations and Concepts because the questions involve technology and your feelings about your abilities and using them effectively.

Introduction

Hey Everyone!

I've never really blogged before, but I'm hoping this will be a good experience. I am from Lewis County and I love to camp, play basketball, and spend time with my family. I may need some help along the way, because sometimes I have a hard time with technology. Just be patient with me!