So I have had several hang ups with my lit review. This leads me to believe that my project may be more suitable for presenting. This was my first intention anyway. Three choices that had been suitable for my project involving how high schools are changing their news rooms to incorporate convergence media trends from the professional media outlets. The conferences I considered were:
1. TCEA (Texas Computer Educators Association).
http://www.tcea.org/convention/Pages/welcome.aspx
2. ISTE (international Society for Technology in Education)
http://center.uoregon.edu/ISTE/2010/
3. JEA (Journalism Educators Association)
http://www.jea.org/workshops/index.html
The convention that I will apply to present is JEA. JEA holds two national conventions a year for journalism educators. In addition, one of my cycles was focused solely on JEA members. The next convention is Kansas City this fall and Anaheim in the Spring.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Post 2 of 3: narrowing down publishing choices for AR
After some confusion on my part about publishing or presenting my AR project, I blogged last time about presenting it. My natural tendency is to present, not publish. So since I did the presentation part of the project in the publishing arena, I need to back track and look for places to publish. Here are some ideas that I have researched.
http://www.inderscience.com/browse/index.php?journalCODE=ijamc
This is from the International Journal of Advanced Media and Communication. Their journal emphasizes research in multimedia technologies, how it’s used, e-learning and protocols used in technology. This is probably not a good place as the emphasis seems to be on engineering and technology.
Another natural journal to consider is “Convergence: The International Journal of Research into New Media.” It is an online journal that has a variety of research that has a lot of international subjects involving media in other countries.
“New Media and Society” was another suitable journal. Articles seem much more in tune with my paper as topics range from citizen journalism to using social media. http://newmediaandsociety.com. References must be done Harvard style, so I would have to reformat this paper and I also don’t know what it means to provide names of referees.
http://www.inderscience.com/browse/index.php?journalCODE=ijamc
This is from the International Journal of Advanced Media and Communication. Their journal emphasizes research in multimedia technologies, how it’s used, e-learning and protocols used in technology. This is probably not a good place as the emphasis seems to be on engineering and technology.
Another natural journal to consider is “Convergence: The International Journal of Research into New Media.” It is an online journal that has a variety of research that has a lot of international subjects involving media in other countries.
“New Media and Society” was another suitable journal. Articles seem much more in tune with my paper as topics range from citizen journalism to using social media. http://newmediaandsociety.com. References must be done Harvard style, so I would have to reformat this paper and I also don’t know what it means to provide names of referees.
Wk 4: post #2: free post--the possibility of tears!
As I watched a video that my children showed me on YouTube about the reaction to the USA’s soccer win in last Wednesday’s “do or die” match before Saturday’s game, I was just moved to tears for the second time in two days. Why am I so emotional? I also cried watching “Toy Story 3” last night! What is it about the exciting, patriotic, life-changing moments that do this to me? I am constantly on a roller coaster in this way. When my sone walked out of elementary school for the last time this year, I was moved to tears when I know that the possibilities are nothing but open for him.
Possibilities at this point are such an eye opening way to look at life. This has been the theme of all of my blogs this month. I am truly amazed that this has been so impactful. I realize that the tears are tears of happiness and even uncertainty of the unknown. I hope that I can continue that vision as life goes forward.
Wk 4: reaction post #2: to Chuck Mills "how fascinating"
It all seems so simple, so clear. I have a tendency to focus on others and place blame on them. I need to get rid of the victim mentality I let control me and focus on better things, like solutions for example. Seeing the bigger picture is key to breaking out of this pattern of thinking I have had for a while. The great thing is, I see it! It is very easy to point to others and accuse, even condemn them for “what they have done to me”. This is a big board I’m on in this game of life and I look forward to playing differently.
My REACTION
Chuck,
I think this chapter resonated deeply with many of us who are teachers. It is so easy to blame others for what we perceive as failures. But they are not failures! I love the phrase of considering these mess ups as the chance to stop and say "how fascinating."
It will be fascinating to see how you change that focus next year and I look forward to hearing from you! No more boredom!
My REACTION
Chuck,
I think this chapter resonated deeply with many of us who are teachers. It is so easy to blame others for what we perceive as failures. But they are not failures! I love the phrase of considering these mess ups as the chance to stop and say "how fascinating."
It will be fascinating to see how you change that focus next year and I look forward to hearing from you! No more boredom!
Wk 4: MAC reaction 1 to Michael Melvin "blame game"
I am responsible for what happens to me and my life. We travel through live playing the blame game, but who’s at fault. I can empower my choices, actions and reactions. Why not? If something happens in my classroom, I could point out the blame. But, why waste the time it’s my classroom and I’m responsible for managing my class. As all teachers are. I can handle things, in various ways. The fact is I am accepting it and making the change.
We often blame students for not having the desire to learn, but have we exhausted all the possibilities before saying “I’ve done all I can.” Maybe not, maybe we’re thinking “I have 100 or more students, I can’t just focus on one who doesn’t seem to want to get it.” But I can, inspire and motivate that student. By making a choice to learn the student and become the facilitator.
MY REACTION
Michael
I agree. I have played the blame game enough. It's the students' lack of desire; their lack to take advantage of opportunities. While I have left the classroom, I ask myself now: what possibilities does this present to me so that I can make a difference? I don't know the answer. But I like that the question exists so that I can stop the blame game in future situations. My blog is similar to yours this week in that I am trying to figure out how to be the board and invite possibilities for the future that are a result of how things have played out on my board.
We often blame students for not having the desire to learn, but have we exhausted all the possibilities before saying “I’ve done all I can.” Maybe not, maybe we’re thinking “I have 100 or more students, I can’t just focus on one who doesn’t seem to want to get it.” But I can, inspire and motivate that student. By making a choice to learn the student and become the facilitator.
MY REACTION
Michael
I agree. I have played the blame game enough. It's the students' lack of desire; their lack to take advantage of opportunities. While I have left the classroom, I ask myself now: what possibilities does this present to me so that I can make a difference? I don't know the answer. But I like that the question exists so that I can stop the blame game in future situations. My blog is similar to yours this week in that I am trying to figure out how to be the board and invite possibilities for the future that are a result of how things have played out on my board.
Wk 4 MAC: post 1--being the board --I need it
I am the framework for everything that happens in my life was a nice reminder that I needed this week.
So, it was a hard work at work. I have been beating myself up ever since I left Friday afternoon. “Why did I get this job? What did they see in me? I have no idea what I should be doing. I don’t think I did a good job on my presentations today.” Yep, downward spiral talk.
This was in stark contrast to the presentation I did for my AR project on Tuesday night. I was knowledgeable about my subject and am a decent/conversational presenter. But I had to present four times on Friday afternoon and honestly, I felt like I was talking in jibberish. It was terrible--at least in my eyes.
But I am in control here. How can I gain back control of this situation. Luckily, we have a team meeting Monday morning where I can explain that I feel overwhelmed. Ask for feedback about where everyone thinks I went off track. Then I have a one-on-one with my boss that afternoon. I know she will listen and offer suggestions on to do better next time.
How does this relate to being the board? I can bring in the thoughts of “how fascinating” of how overwhelmed and inexperienced I am. I can include that many opportunities are being offered to me to learn about how I can be more effective in this position. Hopefully, this frame of reference will help to make for a better week.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Wk 3 Response #2 MAC--to Carrie Kleber's post
Art of Possibility chapter 7-9
I found myself less inspired by the three chapters we read this week than the previous chapters. I’m not sure why, they had good ideas and practices to offer, but they didn’t reach out and grab me. That being said, I did have a few thoughts and reactions to share.
I have often found myself in situations where downward spiral talk abounds. Quite often, I’m the one doing it. It is so easy to get caught up in the negative of a situation, that you fail to see a way out. I like the idea of stating the facts of the way things are...not the opinions, but the facts, and then figure out a way to move on. I think sometimes teachers, myself included, get stuck on the way we see a non-responsive student, and can’t do anything else but complain and be frustrated. I’m sure we could be a lot more productive if we stated the facts, and then went from there. No, it won’t be perfect, but at least we can move on.
As I read through the chapter on passion, I had to admit that I often hold back and don’t let myself fully experience the moment. I’m not sure why, perhaps I’m afraid of looking stupid, but it’s something I would like to work on. I’d like to take a chance, and discover a whole new world.
Finally, there was the idea of lighting the spark. I found the story about Ben bringing the Philharmonic Orchestra to the failing school in London to be very inspiring. It’s amazing how things can work out when we quit manipulating and instead try and let people see our vision, and in turn allowing ourselves to see someone else's vision.
MY RESPONSE
Sheryl Floyd
Carrie,
Amen. I get caught up in downward spiral talk all the time--particularly with other teachers. It's always someone else's fault! But I am generally not a negative person! I truly always try to find the positive side to things and then I like to try to find the other side to something that might need figuring out. When I surround myself with negative people, I become one of them. I hate that. Thankfully, I have removed myself from this. Maybe I will be able to light some different types of sparks in the future!
I found myself less inspired by the three chapters we read this week than the previous chapters. I’m not sure why, they had good ideas and practices to offer, but they didn’t reach out and grab me. That being said, I did have a few thoughts and reactions to share.
I have often found myself in situations where downward spiral talk abounds. Quite often, I’m the one doing it. It is so easy to get caught up in the negative of a situation, that you fail to see a way out. I like the idea of stating the facts of the way things are...not the opinions, but the facts, and then figure out a way to move on. I think sometimes teachers, myself included, get stuck on the way we see a non-responsive student, and can’t do anything else but complain and be frustrated. I’m sure we could be a lot more productive if we stated the facts, and then went from there. No, it won’t be perfect, but at least we can move on.
As I read through the chapter on passion, I had to admit that I often hold back and don’t let myself fully experience the moment. I’m not sure why, perhaps I’m afraid of looking stupid, but it’s something I would like to work on. I’d like to take a chance, and discover a whole new world.
Finally, there was the idea of lighting the spark. I found the story about Ben bringing the Philharmonic Orchestra to the failing school in London to be very inspiring. It’s amazing how things can work out when we quit manipulating and instead try and let people see our vision, and in turn allowing ourselves to see someone else's vision.
MY RESPONSE
Sheryl Floyd
Carrie,
Amen. I get caught up in downward spiral talk all the time--particularly with other teachers. It's always someone else's fault! But I am generally not a negative person! I truly always try to find the positive side to things and then I like to try to find the other side to something that might need figuring out. When I surround myself with negative people, I become one of them. I hate that. Thankfully, I have removed myself from this. Maybe I will be able to light some different types of sparks in the future!
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