Ways to Organize Your Computer

There are many different ways to organize emails, websites, blog posts, and RSS feeds. Digg reader is a good way to organize RSS feeds. It allows you to put all of your favorite feeds into multiple folders so they can easily be accessed. Like in Digg Reader, you can organize emails and blog posts by using multiple folders. A good way to organize websites is though Diigo. You can tag your favorite websites so they are all in the same place. These websites are perfect fore people who like to stay organized!

Tech Article 12/13

Poptopia 

• Poptopia is available on IPhone
• The attachable dongle allows you to smell freshly popped popcorn while playing Poptopia
• Created by Pop Secret
• The Pop Dongle cost $150 but is only available on Ebay.
• All proceeds go to American Red Cross

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Tech Article 12/6

Olloclip Macro 3-in-1 Lens

• 3-in-1 lens for IPhone and IPod
• Includes wide angle, fish eye, and macro lenses
• 7x, 14x, 21x magnification options
• Available at Target, Best Buy, Apple Store, etc. for $70

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Do Now 12/3

Twitter can be used in many different ways in the classroom. Some students who are shy and don't like to take part in class disscussions may rather tweet their answers instead. This will get everyone in the class involved. Twitter can also be used to contact other students and teacher outside of the classroom. Twitter can be used as an additional information source too. If a student cannot find the information they need from google, Twitter can be used to find it. Twitter is good for not only all of the things mentioned above but also  to keep students interested during class. When using Twitter students are more likely to pay attention and be involved.

RSS Assignment Discussion Questoins

1. 1.Why did you select the sites you subscribed to?
2. I selected the sites I subscribed to because I like them and want to be updated if they post anything new.
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1. 2.Was it easy to find feeds and to subscribe to them?
2. On some sites finding feeds was easy but on others it was hard.
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4. 3.Which sites were your favorites?
5. My favorite sites are Etsy, Glamour magazine, and Food.com.
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7. 4.What else can you use RSS feeds for?
8. You can use RSS feeds to stay updated with the news, any emergency advisory posted on government websites, or even to stay updated with your favorite sites.
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10. 5.How likely are you to continue to use RSS feeds in the future?
11. Now that I know how to use them it is very likely i will use RSS feeds in the future.

Tech Article 11/22

Moga Apple IOS 7 Game Controller

• Compatible with IPhone 5, 5s, 5c and 5th Generation Ipod
• Moga Ace Power controller costs 99$
• Built in battery that will charge IPhone or IPod
• Includes dual analogue stick, action buttons, a D-Pad, and four triggers, as well as its own headphone jack
• Splits in half to clamp IPhone or IPod between two sections.

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Do Now 11/18

When I see poverty and violence in the news or in the community it makes me wonder what I can do to help stop them. I like to help out in school but I think it would be even better if I could also help the community. To help these causes food drives, clothing drives, and anti violence fundraisers should be created.These ideas are fun and easy ways to involve the community, help great causes, and fulfill my goal to help others.

Do Now 11/11/13

On Friday, Typhoon Haiyan ravenged the small island that is the Philippines. This came as a surprise to me because I did not hear this terrible news until this morning. All I think of is how many families have been separated, how many people have lost their lives, and how many people are now homeless. With that said, there are so many things people can do to help the victims of this natural disaster. Average people like you and me can send clothes, money, food, and other essential goods that people in the Philippines are deprived of right now. When disasters like this occur the most important things is for everyone to pitch in and help one another.

Wiki Dissection CK

1. What is the purpose of this Wiki?
          The purpose is to teach about disruptive technology in the classroom.
2. When was the last post?
          November 7, 2007
3. How was this Wiki created?

          It was created through wiki spaces.       4. What would you add to it?

          We would update information. 5. What did you learn from it?

           We learned the difference between sustaining and disruptive innovations.6. If you had to create a Wiki with a team, what would be the specific topic (s)?

           Something that we all had in common like food, or school.7. How can Wikis be used in the classroom or in education?

           It can help share notes, study guides, and research data.

Tech Article 11/1

New IOS 7 Slows Down Older Models

• Depletes battery life
• Runs slower
• Planned absolescence 
• Apple pushing people to upgrade

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Wiki Research

I ,like many other students, have been told not to use Wikipedia for projects because if is unreliable. This is not necessarily true. Most of the information that is found on Wikipedia is true, though it may be outdated. Not only are wiki's good for finding information they are also good for collaboration. In school we use email and Google Drive in order to collaborate but what if we just used a wiki page instead? Things like study guides, virtual field trips, and peer editing can be easily shared on wiki. It is a lot easier to share documents through a wiki because it is public. Unlike Google Drive, a wiki page does not have to be shared in order for someone to see and edit it.

Teachers can even post notes on wiki. In core classes, like English, Math, History, etc., someone who is absent that person can easily access those notes from home. Also it may be easier for student who are in class because they can get anything they may have missed if they weren't paying attention. In language courses teachers can introduce exploratory projects. For example if the class is learning about a certain country, the whole class can share the information they find on it in one page.

In this class we can use wiki's for many thing like sharing data, links, and collecting feedback.For example if someone wants feed back on their blog, this is an easy way to collect it without using a survey. Also if we all want to collect data on one subject, we can collaborate on a wiki page.

Like many others, I only have experience with wiki's when it comes to research. Many don't know all of the power that wiki's hold. They are a lot more easy to use Google Drive and email. If teachers were taught how to use wiki's in a classroom, students would have an overall better learning experience.

Do Now: If I were invisible...

If I were invisible for a day there are a lot of good things I would do. I would help people in need. For example if someone was getting bullied I would step in to save them. Maybe I would even help someone with classwork if they were to afraid to ask a teacher for help. If a friend needed to find something out and didn't want to ask I would eaves drop too. Of course I would pull at least one prank on a friend because that's what anyone would do if they were invisible.

I would skip school and roam around W-R and neighboring areas. I could pick up trash and help old people cross the street. It wouldn't matter if I went to school or not because either way I would be marked absent Maybe I would randomly leave presents at peoples doors for no reason. Hopefully it would make their day a little better. Overall I would use my power for good. A lot of people would rather steal from a store or rob a bank but I would rather do something to help people.

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New Class

If I could add a new class to our curriculum, I would add a French class. This course used to be offered but was eliminated due to the lack of student signing up for it. I have always wanted to learn French and was very disappointed when I found out the class was no longer offered. I would add this class so students have more options when choosing a language class to take.

The class would meet during school hours like any other language course. Students would be assessed through tests, quizzes, projects, and verbal presentations. Like other language courses there would be different levels to take( ex. French 1, French 2, etc.). In lower levels classes there would be English spoken to teach students but as the levels get higher less English will be spoken until the class is conducted completely in French. This course would be challenging but still passable if the students work hard. Most importantly, students will have fun while learning and kept engaged throughout class. I think it would be a great edition to the Wood-Ridge curriculum.

Tech Article 10/4

Docomo, the biggest mobile network in japan, has created their own "Google Glass" called Intelligent Glass.

-Like Google Glass their product is a wearable device

-It can translate any written text instantly

-Has built in face recognition ( acts like a business card)

Tech 9/27/13

German Hackers Hack IPhone Finger Print Sensor

Hackers have claimed to have hacked the new IPhone 5S  finger print sensor. They say the did it by taking a picture of a finger print left on the phone, inverted it then laser printed it with extra toner, then smeared it with liquid latex or wood glue to create a "fake finger".

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Tech Article 9/20

The European Space Agency is in the process of making a new robot to send to Mars. Their inspiration is a snake. Researchers at the SINTEF Research Institute in Norway are making this new robot because they say it will be able to get into spaces that other rovers have not been able to. Though they do not know how the robot will react to the gravity and temperature changes, they think the snake robot will be a great success. Researchers say "It could tell us how Mars has evolved as a planet. Click here to see the full article.

English II Honors

This year I am taking English II Honors with Ms. Millar. Right now we are learning about literary terms but she said we are going to read books that correspond with what we are learning in history. So far I think that she is a very good teacher. Ms. Millar teaches in a way that all different types of learners can understand the curriculum.

  The grading policy is fair and we are allowed to do an extra credit study guide for our weekly vocabulary tests. We don't get much homework, but when we do it has to be complete or you get a 0. Also the weekly tests give you a chance to bring up your grade if you are not doing well.

 I am very exited to start our literary terms project because we have to incorporate literary terms into a music video. We can make a completely new song or use the music from another song.We have to film it and then upload it to YouTube. We can be as creative as we want with it. Judging from projects done by her former students, I think this project will be a lot of fun to make.

This video isn't from Ms. Millar's class but is similar to the project we have to do.

9/13 Tech Article

The new IPhone 5C is the beginning of a new generation of IPhones.

•  Made with a polycarbonate backing. 
•  It comes in many different colors.
• 16GB priced at $99 with contract. 
• 8MP camera
• Retina Display
• Steel structure 
• IOS 7
• Higher capacity battery

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What September 11th Means to Me...

When September 11th occurred I was only three years old. I was at my great aunts house because my mom had to work. I don't really remember that day because I was so young. Even though that day did not directly effect me, I know a lot of people who it did. Since then, there have been a lot of changes in our county when it comes to security, especially in airports. In the United States, people have to take off there shoes, walk through a scanner, and have their bags scanned. When I was in the airport in Germany, all they did was scan my bags and scan me with a wand. It was really weird to me because I am so used to having to go through a long process. It showed me how cautionary we are here and how 911 not only effected people but the way security is taken so seriously. It is a day that will never be forgotten because of its lasting effect on our country.

Welcome!

Welcome! My name is Kelly Concepcion and I am a sophomore at WRHS. I like music, figure skating, reading, and watching TV. My best friends are Christina, Robert, Jasmine, Alexa, Kim, and Louis. I have two half sisters and one step sister. They are all older than me. I live with my mom and step dad, but I see my dad and step mom every other weekend. This year I am taking Web 2.0, Financial Literacy, English 2 Honors, U.S. History 2 Honors. Spanish 3, Chemistry, and Geometry Honors. I hope this helps you get to know me!