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Blog Journal #10

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Working on Assignment 5: PowerPoint Interaction has equipped me with valuable skills in creating engaging and interactive presentations using PowerPoint. Through this assignment, I learned how to incorporate various interactive elements such as hyperlinks, buttons, and quizzes to enhance audience engagement and comprehension. I particularly enjoyed experimenting with animations and slide transitions to create a seamless and dynamic presentation experience. However, I found the process of troubleshooting and ensuring compatibility across different devices and platforms somewhat challenging. To improve this assignment in the future, I would focus on providing more comprehensive guidance on troubleshooting common issues and optimizing presentations for different viewing environments. Additionally, incorporating peer review or feedback sessions could help in refining the interactive elements for a better user experience. As a future civics/government teacher, I foresee utilizing data colle
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mood check!

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Blog Journal #9

In EME2040, I appreciate the interactive nature of the classroom experience, where discussions and group activities foster collaboration and critical thinking. However, the heavy reliance on traditional lectures can sometimes feel monotonous, hindering engagement and creativity. As a future teacher, I believe incorporating more diverse teaching methods, such as multimedia presentations and experiential learning activities, could enhance the classroom experience by catering to different learning styles and promoting active participation. Open Educational Resources (OER) are freely accessible materials that can be used for teaching, learning, and research. These resources include textbooks, lectures, quizzes, and multimedia content that are openly licensed, allowing users to access, modify, and distribute them without financial or legal barriers. OER promotes equitable access to education, supports innovative teaching practices, and enables educators to customize learning materials to me
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Portfolio Item 23: Bitmoji Classroom

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Portfolio Item 21: Learning-Related Meme

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Blog Journal #8

During the Web Design assignment, I acquired several new skills that have greatly enhanced my understanding of designing websites. One of the key design principles I used was visual hierarchy. I ensured that important elements such as navigation menus and call-to-action buttons stood out prominently, while less important elements were visually subdued. For example, I used larger fonts and bold colors for headings to draw attention while using smaller fonts and lighter colors for less important text. Additionally, I paid close attention to the principle of consistency throughout the website. I maintained consistent typography, color schemes, and layout styles across all pages to provide a cohesive user experience. Overall, I enjoyed the assignment as it gave me hands-on experience in applying design principles to create functional and visually appealing websites. In my future career, these skills will be invaluable as I aim to create engaging digital experiences for users. https://civic
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Blog Journal #7

Many schools mandate that teachers maintain class pages on the school website to keep students and parents informed about class activities and resources. These pages often showcase essential information such as the course syllabus, assignment schedules, and contact details. Teachers may also post announcements, homework assignments, and supplementary learning materials to enhance the educational experience. Additionally, some class pages incorporate interactive elements like discussion forums or links to educational platforms for further engagement. To view more detailed information, users typically need login privileges to access grades, individualized feedback, and other confidential data. Regarding how I envision using technology for professional responsibilities, I would leverage teacher productivity tools to streamline tasks and enhance efficiency. Utilizing platforms like Google Workspace for Education, I could collaborate with colleagues on lesson planning, create and share docu
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