Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Throughout learning module five, I have learned quit a few tools that could immensely help me within the work place. Everything from document sharing,to the web 2.0 tools, and even the social media project.
Going into the business world, their are going to be a lot of different accounts that we may have to make and use throughout the course of our career.
Personally, I think the most interesting project we have worked on this module was where we could choose between a Glog and a Infographic. These are some really proactive ways to get someone to clearly understand something without it looking overwhelming.
Module 5 has got me to do things that I would never probably take the initiative to learn on my own. Not only that, but the vocab I learned helped me understand a lot better, than using the everyday vocabulary we all use.

4 new terminology:

  • asynchronous- of or requiring a form of computer control timing protocol in which a specific operation begins upon receipt of an indication (signal) that the preceding operation has been completed.
  • synchronous- Data is sent in a continuous stream at a constant rate
  • chat- Usually occurs within a chat room, with people from all over the world tat talk or are interested in a certain topic.
  • IM- Usually includes your contact list and/or information. Generally called a buddy list or a friend list.
I originally knew what chat and IM were, but I didnt know their were that much of a difference.

As far as my participation through out our private Facebook discussion I think I put in the time and the effort for understanding peoples different points of view and tried to relate to them on a level I normally would not.

Sunday, March 12, 2017

In learning module 4 I feel like I learned a lot of necessary techniques that could help my technology use easier. The ways that I used to search on Google, was not always efficient and I hardly never found exactly what I was looking for, but with the search tutorials and learning different ways to maximize my search was great. I never thought that adding "", or - meant to either minus or put emphasize on a certain phrase.
As far as the social bookmarking assignment went, I thought the extension with the account was a lot more efficient in bookmarking for anyone who wants to access them from a different desktop. My personal opinion though, I don't think it is something I will use in the near future, but it is nice to know just incase.

Four new terminology:
  • Invisible web- Also known as the deep web, is not searched automatically by different search engines.
  • Process Addiction- Compulsive behavior such as gambling, food, sex etc.
  • Digital Citizenship- Someone who uses the internet regularly and effectively.
  • Information Fluency- Skills used to search the internet better and more quick.
Skills required for the 21st century
  • Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Creativity
  • Critical thinking
  • Innovation
  • Social networking
  • Problem solving

I think that my participation and time spent within the discussion and within my assignments was good. I think I really put the time and the effort into making sure I thoroughly understood what I was learning and/or reading.