Copyright Laws

I think copyright laws are very helpful. I believe that people should get credit for the things they create and copyright laws help make sure that happens. Also, like we talked about in class it provides people the opportunity to be creative because they know they will be rewarded with recognition and protection against those who might try stealing their ideas. I don't know any specifics about copyright laws but it seems to me that new technology poses quite a few problems with copyright laws. New technology seems to bypass those laws and it has created quite a stir with the interpretation of those laws. I don't know that they need changed, maybe just updated to help fight the battle that new technology is giving them. I have enjoyed learning about copyright laws and how they will apply to me as a teacher and coach.

Resources From Class

I really enjoyed learning about all the different websites that are out there to help make our lives easier. The one I would probably get the most use out of is Diigo.com. I really like how I can create sticky notes and highlight different articles and that those are saved to my own account. I also like the fact that I can share those with other people and form groups. This would be really helpful as I have friends in other parts of the country that are using the same materials. We can do our own research and easily share our results with each other. Especially when it comes to coaching, with all the good information that is available having several people find it and easily share it with the group can be extremely beneficial.

Technology Makes the World Go Round

I've always been a big fan of technology. I love the new gadgets and there is always the latest and greatest that goes on my wish list. I am by no means an expert in technology. I feel like a have a pretty good handle on all of the Microsoft programs and can run around the internet pretty well. There are several areas where I fall short. I don't know anything when it comes to movie editing or photoshop. I love to learn to new things and see how they can improve the quality of my teaching. My main goal for this semester is to become better acquainted with those programs that will help me become a better teacher and coach. I'm excited to be in the class and learn about all the cool stuff that is out there.