After some careful research, I have chosen a genius hour question that relates to an individual's heritage: How can we encourage people to keep their heritage alive?
At the beginning stages of this project, my goals are to gain a better understanding about the significance of one's heritage is to their identity. Based off their level of significance, I would also like to figure out the lengths he or she is willing to take in order to preserve their heritage.
This topic is closely related to myself due to the fact that I have a strong Italian influence, my heritage is of great importance to me. My cultural identity is a large portion of my life. Therefore, I wish to continue as many traditions as I can in order for future generations to benefit from the Italian-Canadian culture.
Monday, 19 September 2016
Wednesday, 14 September 2016
Copyright Awareness
When using media in the classroom, it is
important for the teacher to use sources that do not infringe on copyright
laws. The basic law states that the author of the original work has reserved
all rights; one must obtain permission in order to copy, display, or distribute
the digital media. However, there are laws placed in the US (fair use) and
Canada (fair dealing) which allows the use of these digital works without being
perceived as copyright infringement. As Canadian teachers:
1)
We may not show a video in the
classroom without acquiring permission (public performance rights). In
addition, if the teacher would like to use a YouTube video the video must have
a CC (Creative Common license).
2)
Teachers must not distribute or
copy documents without payment being made to copyright owners.
For teaching copyright in the classroom, I
believe its important for the teacher to get the students to define the term copyright; let the students make their own inferences about the issue. From
the student’s research, the teacher can then make sure the students are aware
of the importance of gaining permission to use certain digital media. In
addition, it is important for the teacher to get the students familiar with
citing various digital media; as well as creating a works cited page.
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| Children using computers in the classroom |
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| A cup of coffee |
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Tuesday, 13 September 2016
Welcome!
Hello fellow classmates,
My name is Teresa-Marie Pagliaro. I am a recent graduate of McMaster University with an Honours BA in French. I have always loved learning new languages and helping students learn and achieve success in the French language. My goal when helping students is to build their confidence and enthusiasm in order for the student to reach their highest potential. Although I am not the best at using technology, I enjoy certain sites; such as Pinterest (link provided below). Through this course, I am excited to learn new technological strategies and techniques that I will be able to use in the classroom.
Looking forward to the rest of the semester,
Teresa-Marie Pagliaro
https://www.pinterest.com/teresamariepagl/all-about-me/
My name is Teresa-Marie Pagliaro. I am a recent graduate of McMaster University with an Honours BA in French. I have always loved learning new languages and helping students learn and achieve success in the French language. My goal when helping students is to build their confidence and enthusiasm in order for the student to reach their highest potential. Although I am not the best at using technology, I enjoy certain sites; such as Pinterest (link provided below). Through this course, I am excited to learn new technological strategies and techniques that I will be able to use in the classroom.
Looking forward to the rest of the semester,
Teresa-Marie Pagliaro
https://www.pinterest.com/teresamariepagl/all-about-me/
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