ALEX stands for the Alabama Learning Exchange and is a website designed for teachers. It can be used in many ways, including sharing of files, media, and lesson plans. Through the use of blogs and wikis, teachers can share ideas and assist each other in difficult areas of teaching. It has a wide variety of subjects that use interactive programs, such as video conference, that allow teachers and students to engage in continuous learning.
It is hosted by the "Alabama Supercomputer Authority" and will allow teachers to create their own webpage at no cost. This will enable teachers to share and collaborate on ideas in hopes to improve communication and overall educational performance of the students of Alabama.
The ACCESS program allows students access to specialized advanced placement courses that may not be available in their area. It has web based courses with multimedia conferencing, interactive video, and blended subject matter that pertains to the specialized area.
This program can be very beneficial to a new teacher. It would allow me to communicate with other, more experienced faculty in other parts of the state. While keeping within the state guidelines and regulations, there wouldn't be a problem with out of state guidelines being used incorrectly. The information and access would help me as a new teacher to feel like I was not all alone out there or having to figure out a problem area by myself. I think it would be a positive support network for teachers.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
About Ken
Hello,
My name is Kenneth Vannoy. I am a senior at the University of South Alabama, majoring in secondary education. I am concentrating on history and social studies.
I was born in Atlanta, Ga. and moved around alot during my first 10 years. I lived in South Carolina twice, Birmingham, and finally settled in Mobile at age 10. I have 2 younger brothers. One lives in Texas and works for a railroad company, and the other is a police officer in Daphne, Al.
During my teenage years, I learned to play the guitar. I picked up a bass guitar at age 21 and have enjoyed playing music for many years now.
I graduated from Murphy High in Mobile in 1987, and I do remember Mr. Wakeman from my high school years. I would like to compliment him (if he reads this) that he looks well, since I last saw him 20 years ago. I seem to recall that he is a fine guitar player.
My name is Kenneth Vannoy. I am a senior at the University of South Alabama, majoring in secondary education. I am concentrating on history and social studies.
I was born in Atlanta, Ga. and moved around alot during my first 10 years. I lived in South Carolina twice, Birmingham, and finally settled in Mobile at age 10. I have 2 younger brothers. One lives in Texas and works for a railroad company, and the other is a police officer in Daphne, Al.
During my teenage years, I learned to play the guitar. I picked up a bass guitar at age 21 and have enjoyed playing music for many years now.
I graduated from Murphy High in Mobile in 1987, and I do remember Mr. Wakeman from my high school years. I would like to compliment him (if he reads this) that he looks well, since I last saw him 20 years ago. I seem to recall that he is a fine guitar player.
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