EDUC 5313 APP/Tech Tool Review Video Screencast Link : https://osuokc.instructuremedia.com/embed/9901d781-3bf7-4644-b2c5-92abc13589d9 Part 1 – APP/Tech Tool Review : Shaderware VR interactive software for radiography simulation is one of the technology tools included in my lesson plan and the one I selected to review for this week’s assignment. The university acquired the software during the Covid-19 pandemic to allow students to virtually simulate equipment manipulation, radiographic positioning, and technical factor adjustments. While this is a highly specialized tech tool, it plays a crucial role in our students’ learning experience, as they use it weekly in the lab. Information about the software is available at https://shaderware.com/ ; however, a license must be purchased in order to use the software. The university purchased a license that enables our students to download and use the software on their personal computers. Shaderware, Ltd. also provides an excellent tu...
The Journey That Shaped Me as an Educator I grew up in a large, tight-knit family with two sisters, an adopted brother, and lots of aunts, uncles, and cousins. We celebrated every birthday and holiday together, usually at my grandmother's house. While my dad was not particularly religious, my mom’s side of the family were devout Catholics, where you did not miss mass unless you were truly sick. My dad worked as a bricklayer and my mom was an elementary school teacher. Together they instilled in us the importance of a strong work ethic. They also set an incredible example of lasting love, as they will celebrate sixty-two years of marriage this August. As a kid, I was more interested in sports and socializing than school. I remember comments in my elementary school report cards that read, “She’s a good student, but she talks too much!” My first two years of college were a struggle, and I was not sure what path to take. Around that time, my uncle, who was a nurse, suggested I look int...
EDUC 5313 - Week 1 Blog Part 1 : Welcome to my blog! After more than 35 years as a radiographer in the medical imaging profession and 8 years as an educator in the field, I decided to pursue my master's degree in education to better support my students. Learning new technology does not come naturally to me, but I am excited to explore this platform and connect with others who are passionate about education and lifelong learning. Thanks for joining me on this journey. Part 2 : This week I chose to review the ISTE Empowered Learner indicator 1a, which focuses on students learning to set goals, develop strategies utilizing technology to achieve those goals, and reflect on the learning process to improve learning outcomes. Oklahoma high school students, grades 9-12, can address information literacy standard 5.12.1 by working collaboratively to include diverse perspectives in problem-solving and by actively engaging in asking and answering questions. They can also meet standard 5....
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