A Song of Faith and Devotion

  Generally when it comes to online courses, I prefer not to use my webcam. This isn't out of any sort of prejudice to the class, but rather the class environment itself. If everyone else has their webcam on, then I have absolutely no problem with it. However, if that level of trust is not afforded to me, then why should I give it to anyone else? I don't believe that I should.  To extend on this idea, I believe the same mentality is kept by the other students. Resultantly, I can respect their choice to hide their faces if they feel the need. This is especially true if they are caught in an embarrassing situation, where one way or another, it would benefit the entire class for them NOT to turn their webcams on. We are likely all better off for it. I would say I respect the teacher's choice in this matter as well, but this can contextually depend. For one, if a teacher is going to turn their webcam on, it usually brings a sense of welcoming. If that confidence is not presen...

  The video I chose to watch was the 'PowerPoint Essential Training Video'. This taught me quite a few in-depth skills within Microsoft PowerPoint, including seldom used aspects of the programs, such as uniformity in image size. This is pertinent because of my current job as a paralegal, and will allow me to make motions with my presentation scope that I was unable to before. Furthermore, I will be able to impress those around me in the legal hemisphere with my knowledge of the program.

     I'm thankful for the people that life offers. The friends that I've made that would go to hell and back for me on a whim. The rivals I've learned from and use to drive myself to rise above. The little family I have that I love unconditionally. And those that are older and wiser that have taught me many lessons that I needed to hear. It is because of these people that life is worth living.       I'm thankful for the adventure life offers. The thrill of a fight. The adrenaline from skateboarding. The fascination in collecting. The introspection of chess. The joy of playing my guitar. My hobbies are varied, but I am thankful for each and every single one of them.     I'm thankful for the redemption life offers. The chances you have to learn from your mistakes. To get back up from rock bottom and move only upward. The feelings it provides when you know you have overcome your fears and trauma. This truly lifts your soul to new places and prep...

 For a distinguished teacher such as myself, a day in my life is incredibly interesting I assure you. Here are all of the incredibly fascinating things that I do: Wake Up (5:30 AM) Walk the Dog (5:45 AM) Shower (6:00 AM) Get Dressed (6:15 AM) Go to Work (6:30 AM) Teach (7:30 AM - 3:00 PM) Do Paperwork (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM) Go Home and Watch the Sopranos (5:30 PM - 8:00 PM) Crash (9:00 PM). You can see what I mean by eclectic and exciting I'm sure. I bet you wish you had my life. It's okay. You too can work a lower-middle class factory job if you just put in the time!

  Teacher Photo Process: Before:  It helps to know someone in photography and graphic who can do most of the difficult work for you. This way, you have less to worry about when it comes to the actual photo itself since most of it can be edited in during post-production. Make sure the facial expression is warm, but firm nonetheless, and gives a position of both kindness and authority. During:  If I could have changed anything, it probably would have been the position of my eyes. Focusing in on the camera can be difficult, and while I did a decent job, it most certainly was not perfect. After:  Following the steps above pretty much ensures you'll enjoy the results like I did. 

  The selection of fonts that I chose was primarily based off of professionality. Playfair Display is a vibrant font, typically used to give a bold introduction. It is complemented well by Exo 2, which signifies the importance of the sub-header alongside the header itself. Finally, Arimo is a bit more delicate and easy on the eyes, making it the perfect body font. 

  Assignment #5 was practical in the sense that I now know how to create PowerPoints that aren't as easily navigable. Resultantly, if I were to give a Quiz or Test using PowerPoint, I would have assurances that one could only move forward rather than back. Furthermore, it also allowed me use of the various sound effects and transitions that come alongside the action buttons. These were both pertinent and amusing to use.  Data collection tools vary in method from class to class due to their inherent variability. Though I don't intend to be a teacher myself, let's assume that I really was an elementary school science teacher like in the PowerPoint. Though more difficult to use than say, a high school audience, it still would be possible to make basic surveys available to 4th graders. As for the subject matter, it would likely be a question of what the students enjoy in their downtime, as to make questions centered around these interests and use educational games / tools to en...

 https://plus.google.com/ Google Plus is a viable tool to use for a PLN for a few different reasons: For one, it comes off as a far more professional PLN than another social media resource like Twitter or Facebook, and is gradually gaining steam with the educational community. Students wouldn't have to worry about ties to their social life as much as they would with using social media resources. Work and play aren't necessarily separated by using this medium.