Okay so don't mind my messy hair but here is my TedTalk on my Genius Hour. I hope everyone enjoys it, I really loved the genius hour assignment and am hoping to incorporate something into my own classroom one day.
Thanks for watching :)
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Monday, 27 March 2017
Sunday, 26 March 2017
Bookmark Making Tutorial - Week 8
Alright so I have finally found the best tutorial that has helped me to create the cutest bookmark. Throughout the weeks I found it difficult to go from tutorial to tutorial learning about each pattern and trying out ones I liked. Although it was a task in itself, I have finally found one that is great for beginners!
Although this pattern only has single crochet and chaining, I really liked it too much to pass it by. I really...
Bookmark Making - Week 7 of Genius Hour
Starting the bookmark making was difficult as I couldn't find a good pattern to follow. So I am still on the search for a great pattern that will include at least two of the crochet stitches. As I continue to search for the perfect bookmark pattern I will be practicing each stitch that will help me become confident in completing the actual pattern. I currently have two different patterns ready that will hopefully be perfect to...
Saturday, 25 March 2017
Half Double Definitely Half the Struggle
So I was right, the half double is half the struggle! Exciting news right!!
Now that I've mastered the double crochet the half double was super simple as you just go through all three stitches instead of two then two. Learning it wasn't too difficult, especially with the great videos on youtube. There are so many great videos that really take their time to explain the half double and their differences compared to the double and...
Half Double - Half the Struggle?
Perhaps its true, now that I've learned the double crochet the half double will be half the struggle? Well let's keep our fingers crossed! I have recently been working a lot of other assignments which means my crocheting has been placed on the back burner....but not to worry I am back at it. I have completed some fairly extensive research on the half double crochet and from what I can tell it will be easier than the double crochet....
Double Crochet UPDATE
Alright, so I think I have finally mastered (or what I consider mastered) the double crochet. There have been several different videos that have helped me along my journey to mastering the double crochet. Thank you Youtube! For some reason, learning the double crochet took me a bit longer than expected because I was finding myself struggling with the transition from row to row. With that being said, here is the video that...
Monday, 27 February 2017
Genius Hour Movie Trailer
Movie Trailer's are a lot more difficult to create than I expected, especially when you don't have a single creative bone in your body (like me!). So after some struggling with iMovie and my internet, I finally finished my movie trailer for my Genius Hour project.
Here it is!
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Wednesday, 22 February 2017
Double Trouble - Learning the Double Crochet Stitch
Well....it's true, this crochet stitch is just as I expected, a lot more difficult than the single crochet stitch. This stitch has proven to be tough as I keep getting in trouble pulling the needle through two of the three pieces of yarn. I don't understand how people can so seamlessly do a double crochet without any issues. Jeez, I better keep practicing or else this stitch will take me weeks to perfect!
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Genius Hour Week 2 - Single Crochet Video
Hey everyone!
Alright, so this week is a bit different... What I've been doing over the past few days is searching for the perfect tutorial to help beginners, like myself, learn to single crochet. And I am happy to say I think I have found one!
This video helped me through several struggling questions and mishaps I went through creating my bookmark (which I will show you eventually). With the help of this video, I feel like...
Technology in the Classroom
On February 15th, I spend the day at a Professional Development day through Brock University at the Hamilton Campus. We sat through three sessions of our choice, I decided to sit through WordQ and ThoughtQ Chrome Apps: Tools for the Writing Process Made Simple, Making Thinking Visible in Math and Language Programming, and SMART Technology...
Thursday, 16 February 2017
Genius Hour Proposal
My Genius Hour project, which is laid out in this powerpoint, will explain the new encounters with crocheting and learning how to effectively complete each stitch....
Comprehensive Literacy
Comprehensive Literacy
Understanding information is not always made simple and effective, thankfully infographics are a great way to get across the information effectively. My infographic starts off by breaking down the language arts curriculum into their strands, reading, writing, oral communication, and media literacy. These...
Monday, 13 February 2017
My App Toolbox
Mobile learning, also known as mLearning,
is considered one of the latest trends in education. With the help of
technology, such as mobile devices and iPads, students are given the opportunity
to learn in new and innovative ways. If mLearning is used properly, student
engagement increases as students are more inclined to follow lessons and
instructions...
Sunday, 12 February 2017
Genius Hour week 1 - Learning the Single Crochet
My Background Story
Growing up my Grandmother taught me how to knit when she was taking care of my sister and I. We always enjoyed this as it was our time we spent watching 'grown up' television shows, like soap operas. As we got older, our lives got busier and it became more difficult to find time to spend with my grandmother, and the...
Monday, 6 February 2017
Genius Hour UPDATE
Alright alright alright....I've been struggling!
I was originally completing my genius hour based on physical activity and what type of exercise class works best for me.....BUT I have had some troubles actually finding exercise classes around me that I would be able to attend based on my schedule....
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Due to this misfortune, I have been working to come up with a new Genius Hour project. So stay tuned, good things...
PowToon Genius Hour Video
Having trouble understanding what Genius Hour is? Take a new perspective after watching this video that helps describe my understanding of Genius Hour and how it works.
I always find it is nice to take another student's perspective, as it helps to confirm your understanding!
Check it out :)
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Monday, 30 January 2017
Read Aloud
Check our Amanda Bynes reading The Night I followed My Dog by Nina Laden. She does a great job, then see if you can answer some multiple choice questions about the reading to see what you really understood!
Google Form is a great way to assess students. It allows for assessment to occur with the students being engaged and more interested than a typical hand written test.
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Sunday, 22 January 2017
Genius Hour Post One
A
virtual field trip an new and excellent way to engage your students without
having to spend the money and time on organizing an actual field trip. With a
virtual field trip, students are gaining the experiences without leaving the
classroom, thus creating an educational and engaging environment for the
students as they continue to learn. Virtual field trips allow students to go
through at their own pace without feeling rushed...
Monday, 16 January 2017
Welcome Post
Getting to know me is not always the easiest thing, I have so many different interests and hobbies. Here is an easy way to find out more about my likes; check out my Pinterest page All About Me!
Similar to my Pinterest page, here is my 'Passion Map'. This map demonstrates the most valuable aspects of my life, basically who and what...
Sunday, 15 January 2017
Copyright
Copyright and Education: How and Why they are Connected
Copyright is a crucial part of education. Whether we like it or not, almost everything we use in education, from resources online to our own work, needs to be cited due to copyright rules and regulations. Copyright is there to protect the individuals who created the work, with the...
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