Trying to stay social

I chose to read the articles that pertained to social networking. I really liked these articles and some of the sites talked about I have used before. I had facebook no to long after it got going but I got off of it when it was time to find a job teaching. I had been told that it wasn't good and that potential employers would frown upon it. After teaching for two years now and seeing how many students have it I can really see how it could be used and both teachers and students could benefit from it.
One article talked about how there are both good and bad sides about facebook but that often comes from the maturity level of the pictures and what people choose to post. The same article talked about active participation from the student in learning and this would be a great way to be active. Blogging is another great way to be active and could potentially be a little more safe in my eyes because you won't be affected as much by the friends/readers that you have.
Students would be able to ask questions, post assignments, and share ideas. If closely monitored I think that different types of social networking would be great for a classroom, and or an entire school.
The articles I read did a great job of showing the pros and cons of social networking. This is somthing that I hope we continue to explore and it is somthing that I will continue to work with for my classes and school.

This Weekend

This weekend my wife graduates from Pharmacy school. I am very excited for her and for us. This is another great milestone for us and she is what keeps me going on tough days at work so I just want to say congrats to her and thank you for everything that she does for me. I love you baby.

PE in the WInd

Today was a challenge because the wind was gusting and students were getting blown around like rag dolls. The days that are very windy are a challenge but the students battle through, I on the other hand am often frustrated. It makes some games very difficult to do and I want the students to succeed. I have a great area for the students to use outside but it is so often spoiled by the wind. Some days I just end up with them working out inside, but they wonder why because it isn't raining but I would rather be in the rain some days then in the blustering wind of Mountain House!!!

Good Day

Today we were wrapping up softball and class were getting the chance to play other classes. It went really well and their knowledge of the game really showed through. The ones who had really gotten it were helping others and the play was good for younger students. Well tomorrow is Friday and then the weekend so I will talk to you later. Thanks!

More

At my school I volunteered to be the teacher for 7th grade PSI (preventing sexual involvement). I really think Physical Education can be so much more than sports and activities and must include some health issues as well, including nutrition and some anatomy and other life science especially in the younger grades.