Janelle+Martin

=Janelle Martin's Wiki Page= LSTE7303 Fall, 2010

My name is Janelle Martin and I am nearing completion of my very first graduate class in pursuit of a Master of Education in Learning Systems Technology. I have experienced a lot of firsts this semester while taking Technology and Inst in Society (LSTE7303), including building this wiki! Realizing I have a ways to go in finishing my degree, I am both excited and nervous about my future.

=University of Arkansas at Monticello= //Office of Student Affairs// //Administrative Assistant// [|University of Arkansas at Monticello] martinj@uamont.edu

=University of Arkansas at Little Rock= //Graduate Student// [|University of Arkansas at Little Rock] jdmartin@ualr.edu

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For your information, I am participating in the Star City Singing Christmas tree this year. If you are interested, below is a video link that tells about the "singing tree" and a link to a photo slide show I created using photos that I took during the 2008 program. This is a wonderful presentation if you are able to attend. Unfortunately, the presentations fall within the week of UALR final exams. The event is free and open to the public but reserved tickets are recommended. Click the facebook badge below to view details on obtaining tickets.

[|2008 Singing Tree Video] [|2008 Singing Tree Photos]

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In closing, if I were a teacher or a training coordinator for a business, I would definitely integrate technology in my instructional teaching methods. Due to the evergrowing and everchanging technologic opportunities, technology integration is a "must do" in this day and time. A website would be the main priority for me. On my website, I would provide links to additional technology strategies such as blogs, wikis, audio and video podcasts, etc. while maintaining curriculum/training pages, assignments/due dates and parental/employee information. This tool alone, in addition to the other tools mentioned, will provide a participatory learning environment for all to enjoy.

Additionally, a website will help to keep students/employees informed and up-to-date on classroom/workplace expectations and future goals and objectives of the school/business. The information provided on the website will not only aid in having everyone on the same page at the same time but will provide modern day, quality, technological format for information delivery. Students and/or employees will benefit from learning in a participatory environment and will be more prepared to face the next level, whether it be the next grade, college and/or career.