Hello everyone! This week I will be discussing the app Duolingo and how influential it is to educators and students all around the world. Duolingo is an app that allows anyone interested in learning a new language to learn through an app. Duolingo is an educational app that is super beneficial to educators and people alike. This app is not only beneficial to educators and students but also for foreigners, travelers, families, children, and anyone interested in learning a new language. The Duolingo app is designed to make learning a new language fun and easier. It is a self-paced program that helps each student/individual learn at their own pace. Duolingo offers personalized practices designed to accommodate the needs of each student. This is absolutely beneficial and practical for educators who are teaching languages. Educators can track progress, set a desired amount of time spent on the app, and review and correct work done by students. This app is a necessity in every language ...
This blog post will discuss the content of Chapter Six in The Connected Educator by Sheryl Nussbaum-Beach. I will discuss the most important pieces of information I found enlightening, and how I can connect it to my future career as an Educator. First, a topic discussed is ‘how do I start?’ which can seem intimidating to many. However, it is essential to recognize that building a personal network is a growth opportunity and growth takes time. Building your network involves developing personal relationships, deeper connections, and growing a community. This is not an easy task to complete in a short amount of time. It may take some time, but the reward of having a community of people to grow with you is absolutely rewarding and worth the wait. A quote from the book that is truly encouraging is “You will grow as you go” (Nussbaum-Beach, 2011). There are so many amazing things that come with building a personal network, especially for educators. Once you have a personal network of others ...
For this blog post, I will be discussing Chapter 2 and the importance of developing a network of a connected learning community. In any career or educational career, it should be a main goal of one to make as many connections as possible. Connections include coworkers, classmates, managers, professor, teachers, etc. When one makes these connections, it can lead them to an array of opportunities to grow in their field, specifically socially. These connections have been proven to help improve the outcomes and growth of many. Building a network is essential to be successful in one's goals. This builds an influence that can show many your true potential and what you have to offer. A great example of building your network of connections is a social media influence. In today's society, many people utilize social media to their advantage. You can connect with a variety of relevant people who can be great additions to your connection list. This is an example of Global Network. Anoth...
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