In chapter 6 I read about a few interesting things dealing with education. One topic that really stood out was how a facilitator of learning is a better learning process than dictating learning. Teachers are beginning to switch to facilitating learning instead of dictating what students must do and learn in class. Facilitating learning "motivates students to want to learn, guides the student learning process, and promotes a learning atmosphere and an appreciation for the subject. I also learned that curriculum deals more than just what a certain teacher expects from students but also what is expected in certain subjects and grade levels.
A new skill that I acquired since the last post was a better understanding of searching the Internet. The Web Hunt assignment really helped me to navigate Google better. For example, I did not know that Google had a scholar search to look for articles. Other than that, chapter 6 had a lot of good information on curriculum for classrooms and teaching styles.
So the only thing that I really have to share since the last post is lap top batteries stink! Like I said before, this is my first lap top and I didn't know how little time you get with the standard battery they give you. The next expensive thing I buy is going to be a better battery for my computer.
