blog post #8!

By far, my favorite assignment that we've had in this class has definitely been the Web Design. It was super fun to be creative and do something that looked aesthetically pleasing and was informational, which really showed me how useful of a tool a website could be. Because all of the information was easy to navigate and in one location, it was really straightforward to organize, and I think a variety of ages could definitely utilize a website from middle school and above. Click here to visit my new website!

The new skills I've learned with Diigo, meanwhile, have definitely taught me a lot about collaborating and sharing media with others within similar interest groups to me. It's definitely a useful tool for sharing information, and though it's not my favorite just because I don't really love the organization, I could definitely see how useful it is when getting resources for education and sharing content. However, I think my opinion is mostly because the website feels a little outdated in comparison to modern social media. On an educational stance, though, it's definitely useful. You could definitely use this within the classroom to connect ideas with students. 

When it comes to technology within the classroom, it's incredibly important for teachers to understand the changes and advancements that come with it, especially in our current time period. In just ten years, smartphones have gone from bricks to practically flat, and it doesn't just stop there. Students are often ahead of teachers when it comes to online advancements, and the importance of being cognizant to these changes couldn't be more emphasized. Professional development is essential to being a well-rounded educator, as the ability to grow and understand and become one's most intelligent and involved self is the only way to educate the next generation. With that comes the need to understand technology and how it can be utilized to make education adaptive and current. The following link is one useful website when it comes to staying updated with current educational trends for the present and the future. 

Comments

  1. Britta BNovember 12, 2023 at 8:00 AM

    I've reviewed your world history class website, and your application of design principles, including Contrast, Repetition, Alignment, and Proximity, is impressive. The use of color contrast enhances readability, while consistent design elements create a cohesive look. Your attention to alignment and proximity contributes to a clean and organized appearance, facilitating user navigation. The overall site design, with engaging imagery and an intuitive layout, reflects a strong understanding of design principles. Overall, your website is well-executed, demonstrating a keen grasp of design principles. Plus I love the photos you chose for your website, they stay with the theme quite nicely.

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  2. Jordan ShipeNovember 12, 2023 at 2:05 PM

    I was quite impressed with your use of design principles and overall site design after examining your web design. Your page's history and architecture photographs and theming are consistent. I loved how you used similar colors in each image to make them blend and look good together. I also appreciated how the text on the individual pages was kept to a minimum. It enabled me to pay attention and remain involved with what you were saying. Excellent work!

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  3. LianaNovember 14, 2023 at 3:28 PM


    Hi Britta! I enjoyed your blog and teaching website. I noticed how you incorporated contrast, repetition, alignment, and proximity within your assignments on the website, which all align with the C.R.A.P. Principles. By following these principles, you ensure that your website viewers receive and understand the information clearly, making it easy to navigate.

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  4. A.L.November 18, 2023 at 9:26 AM

    Hi! You did an excellent job on your website design. There is a high contrast between the background colours and the text (contrast). Your design is consistent (repetition). Your website is organised and purposeful, creating a strong visual flow (alignment). There is also proximity in your layout. Nice work!

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  5. Katey JohnsonNovember 19, 2023 at 9:21 AM

    Hey! I loved the cleanliness of your website and the precision of it. I thought the pictures where well thought out and we captivating for your upperclassmen. I like the abundance of resources you provided for your students as this is a hard course. Everything flowed so nicely throughout the slides and it was very easy to navigate. Great Job!

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