Week Five

This week in my technology class, we learned how to use Google Docs and create booklets on Microsoft Word.  Google Docs is free program that allows you to share your ideas with others and allow them to add input without creating the many copies of the same document.  Instead of emailing your friend or coworker, you can upload the word document, presentation, spread sheet or whatever it may be and work on it together.  I also made a booklet this week.  In it was information about my group organization Youth Sports Across America and autobiographies created by my group members.  The YSAA mission and goals were stated and we created a concept map.  For our autobiographies, we each included our name, hometown, major, activities, clubs, or sports we participate in at LHU, our sport philosophy, dream job, and a picture.

Week Four

It is only Monday, but we are already working hard in EDTF class.  Today, I finished my WebQuest!  This is a big relief because I felt like it was such a big project to take on by myself.  I struggled both creatively and technologically to get everything working, but I am very proud of the finished product.  You can check it out at: http://www.student.lhup.edu/erandall/s-explore_lhu_webquest.htm
Today, I finished up my WebQuest.  I had to create a teachers page that would help guide them through the project.  It was much easier to create this page than the student page.  I think it helped that I actually understood what I was doing this time! I managed to only take about forty-five minuetes apposed to about three hours on the student page.  I think that that is proof in itself how much we're learning in this class.  You can check out the teacher page at http://www.student.lhup.edu/erandall/t-explore_lhu_webquest.htm
Also, this week in my Sport Media class we had our first press conference for our fantasy football teams.  My franchise is the San Diego Firebirds.  We worked hard on our logo so I figured I would post it here so you can look at it and our flyer!

Week 3

This week in our EDTF class we started group work.  Our group seems to be off the an amazing start .  We created a sport organization called Youth Sports Across America.  Our organization is modeled like the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU).  We differ from AAU in many ways though.  Our organization takes an active role in the lives of its participants, we have mandated grade point averages and community services hours.  We serve athletes ages 6-21 in any sport or level of skill.  
Also, this week I learned how to create my own web page and WebQuest.  I struggled at first learning how to use the technology and make it look nice and neat.  I think for now I have a handle on what we're learning.  I am excited to see what all I can do in this class!  The link to my web site is posted below.  Have a great weekend and good luck LHU Volleyball!   
http://www.student.lhup.edu/erandall/

Week Two

This week in our EDTF class we learned to put together concept maps using Inspiration Software.  I made two concept maps one of my life and the other of my dream organization.  Concept maps allow us to create, organize, and clarify our thoughts and ideas.  By using a concept map, we can show relationships and give the ideas meaning through pictures.   

The concept map of my life shows the basic shell of me.  I chose to split my life into two main categories: Lock Haven University and my home in Ohio. Also linked to me are a few of my likes and qualities. At Lock Haven University, I do more than just study. I am a member of the women’s wrestling team and the Haven Crazies. Also, I enjoy spending time with my friends’ just relaxing and enjoying life. Back home in Ohio, I live on a farm. The most important things to me at home are my family and friends. I included my hobbies as well; sports and taking care of animals.

My dream organization is USA Women's Wrestling Organization.  I pulled ideas and philosophies from many different organizations to create my own.  The concept map only includes the fundamental ideas.  My map depicts how USA Women’s Wrestling Organization will impact those involved in the organization. USA W.W. can improve both the athletic career and quality of life to their athletes. Both of these are linked to opportunity provided by wrestling. Athletes through practice can learn to become better wrestlers and more technically advanced. Indirectly they are learning life lessons and good citizenship. The teammates, coaches, and competition they are surrounded by can become their closest friends. As seen from above, USA Women’s Wrestling is offering its’ athletes more than just a practice in the sport.

Assignment One

My name is Emma Randall.  I am currently a junior at Lock Haven University studying Sport Administration.  I love my major because it will allow me to pursue my passion for sport long after my athletic career ends.   Since third grade I have been chasing the Olympic dream in women's wrestling.  I compete across the nation for Lock Haven against some of the best competitors in the world.  After graduation from LHU, I want to coach women's wrestling on the collegiate level.  As a head coach, I hope to use the experiences and knowledge I have gained throughout my career to allow others to reach their dreams and goals both in athletics and academics.

I have little experience when it comes to technology.  Many of the projects listed on our syllabus, I have no idea what they even are.  This being said however, I am capable of learning new things and I am excited to test my skills in this class.  Thankfully, I am comfortable around technology.  Although I may not be able to do something the first time, I am a fast learner. 

I am glad this course is a blend of face to face and online class.  I would not have taken this class if it had been strictly online.  I have had two blended classes of both online and face to face class time. I have had one both fall semesters previous (Sociology and Honors Nutrition). I do not like online classes because I need to be able to talk to my professor regularly if I am struggling with a concept.  Also, I feel online classes are harder because there is no set period of time to do the work.  It is a good thing that the work can be done anytime you want to do it, but what if you don't want to do it?  Choosing when and how you want to do your work is both the best and the worst part of online classes.