Last lecture for the year

Today we had our last lecture for the year and we worked on our wikis for most of the time. I am going to miss coming to this class very much, but as the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. The end of this course is actually the start of a whole new world. I learnt so many new and interesting things about technology, especially the internet. I am extremely greatful for everything that I have learnt from the course facilitator. Blogging and creating a school library wiki was very enjoyable. THANK YOU VERY MUCH, Sandy.

My progress

This week we were taught more technical stuff like how to load a video on to your web page and how to create internal links on your wiki. This morning I successfuly added a video on to one of our wiki's pages. I am extremely impressed with my own progress on our wiki and the progress made regarding my computer skills. Although I am much more comfortable with the computer now, I have realized that I had been underestimating myself a little.

Ecyclopedia Britannica

Today I want to hyperlink an online encyclopedia.

Encarta World English Dictionary

Today I hyperlinked an online dictionary.

A bit of my mind and lots off my chest

Yesterday was the last day of the third term and although it has been a stressful term for all of us, it doesn't give anybody the right to make negative remarks towards others in class. Comments like "Don't laugh at Michael" and "Shame, hy is ook maar net mens" I DO NOT APPRECIATE. There is a big difference between humour and rudeness. It is wicked to speak about somebody in his/her presence as if that person is not there. Anybody may laugh at me, as much as he/she wants. LIFE IS ALL ABOUT CHOICES! It's not what others think about me that matters. It's what I think about myself that is important to me. And I have never seen myself or anybody else as being more or less of a human being, unless people give me reason to. I mentioned in my profile that I accept everybody for who and what we are, that does NOT mean I tollerate anybody's nonsense or that I have or want to be anybody's/everybody's friend. So you don't have to pity me. Please guys, leave your stinking attitudes at home. We can all do without it. You are putting unnessasary strain on your hearts!

Creating NMN School Library Wiki

Today we were given time to work on our wikis. Lecturer also showed us how to create links to internal and external websites.

Subscription to LM_NET and EdTech

I subscribed to LM_NET and EdTech yesterday.

Creating a wiki

This week we had a lecture on how to create a wiki. It was exciting but unfortunately my team mates were absent and I had to work alone. I had to invite a friend into the group and this I had to do from another computer. Up to this point I enjoyed it very much. Then the problems started. When I switched my phone on to view my student number (as it serves as my user name) my phone rang. It was my deputy-principal and I had to leave the room. After I had spoken to her I got stuck on the computer because of some technical difficulty. At this stage I had already fallen behind and it was difficult for me to catch up as it was almost the end of the session. I left the campus feeling very frustrated.

Web re- evaluation test and essay

Lecturer handed back our tests today and discussed it with the class. I must say that I expected to do much worse. She gave us valuable information and tips on how to determine whether it is a spoof website or the real thing. She also remedied some general mistakes that students make when writing educational essays. I feel that I could have done better in my essay if I spent more time on it. I am looking forward to creating a wiki with two of my colleagues in class. They have excellent computer skills and I am looking forward to learning from them as well. I must admit that my computer skills have improved tremendously since the start of this course. An inspiring session.

Delicious

Today I want to hyperlink delicious.

An interesting discovery!

Hi there, linkers! I am extremely excited about all the new and exciting things that I am learning about the internet. It really opens up a whole new world! While updating my profile on my blog this morning, I realized that I could link onto bloggers that share my interests and browse through their profiles. I'm sure many of you know this already. I suppose I can now communicate with people all over the world, especially those who share in my interests? Whow! This is great stuff, man! It really gives a whole new meaning to the word DELICIOUS. Many thanks, Sandy!

Test

In today's test we had to evaluate two given websites. I could not really distinguish between fact and fiction on the first website. The next website was just as difficult for me. I think I expected websites that would have been more appropriate for learners as we are focussing on school libraries. I have also not been subjected to anything like this before, so I will not be discouraged, but just see this as another learning curve.

Wikis

Today's lecture about wikis was interesting. At this stage I am concerned about the fact that one wiki is about one topic/idea which means that I should be very selective if I want to create a wiki for my class as we have nine learning areas. I am looking forward to creating a wiki within a group-situation with some of my colleagues in class. I am sure that I am going to enjoy it as much as I enjoy blogging, even though I am not comfortable with technology yet.

It's time for a drink!

Sorry once again. Spelt the same word incorrectly again. Anyway, it's Friday and we're all tired. Guess it's time to log off and log on to something else. Have a great one!

Spelling error in previous article

Dear linkers. Sorry for the spelling mistake in my previous article. I have just been so excited about yesreday's lecture while I was composing my post. After realizing how technology can improve our lives I really want to make an effort to make friends with the computer. I succeeded in posting a comment today only. Been trying for much too long. Unfortunately I am still waiting for Infolink to respond as I tried to sign up with them yesterday. I received a message to wait for confirmation, but nothing in my inbox yet. I wonder if I should just be patient or whether I did something wrong.

Excellent lecture!

Learned so much more about the internet in class yesterday eg. about virus protection, internet banking and listservs. Lecturer also explained how safe it is to do banking transactions if done in the correct manner. I could also see the link between a previous lecture about eBooks and yesterdays's lecture and realize now how technology can make our lives much more convenient if we know how to apply it. I am very impressed and cannot wait to learn more. An interesting lecture that was excellently presented.

Essay (e-Books)

I have been trying to access Encyclopedia Brittanica online for information about e-books. I succeeded to log on, but do not know how to continue in order to find the relevant information. Can anybody help?

Essay(e-Books)

Sandy shed some light today on the topic.She introduced some interesting websites as well.

Review of reseach-LIBR 250

I came accross an interesting website that I would like to share with you on research,

Blogging

Forgot my password,eventually remembered. Gonna try to post a comment today.

A fantastic learning session!

Learned quite a lot about the internet today eg. about virus protection, internet banking and listserves. Lecturer also explained how safe it is to do banking transactions online. Can see how this lecture links to a previous one about eBooks. Technology, if applied correctly, can really make our lives much more convenient. I am very impressed. An interesting lecture, excellently presented!