http://web.me.com/k.cornelius.m3/Site_2/Publishing.html
Intro
Lit Review
Methodology
Results
Conclusion
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Reflection on Sharon Jones' Blog
Sharon writes:
"The Zanders bring their message home with the "WE story." As I was reading, I kept thinking the sports mantra "there is no I in team."At first I was a bit distracted by the capitalization of WE throughout the final chapter. In the world of online etiquette, capitals generally mean shouting, but then I realized that maybe WE should be shouting for joy at the possibilities that WE collectively can enjoy. The capitalized "WE" is all inclusive. This proved to be the case as the authors discussed "we," meaning you and I, and referred to the sense of compromise that viewpoint implies."
I like your connection of this week's reading to the mantra you stated above. As the 'WE' is all about teamwork.
In some cultures there is no reference to 'I' and only "We" when people speak. In addition, Pop Star Madonna has caught on to the use of 'We' in her documentary I Am Because We Are. http://www.hulu.com/i-am-because-we-are
Reflection on Jodi Zeigler's Blog
Jodi writes "Of all messages I have read from Zander I feel this is by far the most meaningful message! This is a great strategy to teach our young students. So many times students have an excuse for why their work doesn't get done and never does it include any choices of their own. They do not seem to see how they have brought certain situations upon themselves. What a powerful lesson to teach, being the board."
I agree with your comments on how our students make excuses for what really is their choice, their power. It is our job as their mentor to remind them of what they control and what are their responsibilities, especially when it comes to their own education and learning.
Wimba Session Week 4: Publishing/Leadership Project Sharing
I could not make either of this week's sessions as I was out sick with Tonsillitis. The first two days I was just knocked out cold, dead sleeps from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am. I still went to work, as I thought I was just tired from the first full week of school. By Thursday, I had to take off as my head and throat were aching. By Friday I went to the emergency room as I never felt anything close to what was aligning me. I was given some medicine and I slept till today, Sunday. I have not eaten in days, and lunch today was difficult to get past my throat. I will be off tomorrow, Monday and I plan to catch up on all of my emails for the week.
As for the Wimba session on archive I was able to listen to a few of my classmates explain their final projects and their avenues for publication. It was great to hear my classmates explain their work and their goals for the upcoming month 12. It was great to actually see my classmates in the wimba screen and their self-empowerment in explaining their action research projects.
It appears that Professor Joe has a lot of responsibility for us to get to the next level, graduation. I would suggest that his classes are offered well before 10 and 11, as his efforts can have a more powerful impact in the beginning of the Full Sail journey.
As for the Wimba session on archive I was able to listen to a few of my classmates explain their final projects and their avenues for publication. It was great to hear my classmates explain their work and their goals for the upcoming month 12. It was great to actually see my classmates in the wimba screen and their self-empowerment in explaining their action research projects.
It appears that Professor Joe has a lot of responsibility for us to get to the next level, graduation. I would suggest that his classes are offered well before 10 and 11, as his efforts can have a more powerful impact in the beginning of the Full Sail journey.
The Art of Possibility Chapters 10, 11, 12
Chapter 10. Being the Board.
Declare: “I am the frame work for everything that happens in my life.” And this mantra will be the ‘straight road to making a difference’ according to chapter ten. This reminds me a lot of the writings and speeches of Eckhart Tolle, author of The Power of Now http://www.eckharttolle.com/home/ where one takes the responsibility of being present for the moment and to act accordingly for that moment. In addition the book Fierce Conversations http://www.fierceinc.com comes to mind as all three point in the direction of active listening, being present in the moment and practice on staying the course with the positive outcome in mind. I like this kind of self-determination philosophy and I often listen to lectures that support self-empowerment in decision-making and conflict resolution.
Chapter 11. Creating Frameworks for Possibility.
This chapter starts off reflecting upon Martin Luther King Jr’s I have a dream speech in 1963. How dreaming can make a powerful difference. I too use the concept of visualization of what I want to happen. As the chapter states “ Vision articulates a possibility” By having a clear idea on the end in mind, one can take the mental steps backward to see how it is possible to start from the beginning. The one needs to evaluate what is constructive to one’s goals and what is destructive to one’s goals. If you truly want your goals to become a reality one must spend more time focused on the constructive side of support and follow through in creating the frameworks of possibilities.
Chapter 12. Telling the WE Story.
I always held the belief of we, the human race. I always had a difficult time understanding us vs. them, when it came to nationality. I always embraced the uniqueness of different ethnic backgrounds and cultures. I never understood our US Constitution for saying Mankind to exclude most men and all women. Even today I am an advocate of correcting the grammar to truly equate to the ideals it pretends to equate to. I think our global community is becoming more connected then ever before, and some of the wealthier stakeholders attempt to influence the common folk with placing their fears and discriminations on the masses. We are all important and there is only one race of people, called the human race. Eventually the “Us vs. Them” people will need to get over their egocentric and ethnocentric points of view. As I can imagine a world of people working together across the globe in the name of the human race, inclusive of peace.
Happy 70th Birthday and Thank you John Lennon for your ideas expressed in ‘Imagine’. http://www.johnlennon.com/site.html
Declare: “I am the frame work for everything that happens in my life.” And this mantra will be the ‘straight road to making a difference’ according to chapter ten. This reminds me a lot of the writings and speeches of Eckhart Tolle, author of The Power of Now http://www.eckharttolle.com/home/ where one takes the responsibility of being present for the moment and to act accordingly for that moment. In addition the book Fierce Conversations http://www.fierceinc.com comes to mind as all three point in the direction of active listening, being present in the moment and practice on staying the course with the positive outcome in mind. I like this kind of self-determination philosophy and I often listen to lectures that support self-empowerment in decision-making and conflict resolution.
Chapter 11. Creating Frameworks for Possibility.
This chapter starts off reflecting upon Martin Luther King Jr’s I have a dream speech in 1963. How dreaming can make a powerful difference. I too use the concept of visualization of what I want to happen. As the chapter states “ Vision articulates a possibility” By having a clear idea on the end in mind, one can take the mental steps backward to see how it is possible to start from the beginning. The one needs to evaluate what is constructive to one’s goals and what is destructive to one’s goals. If you truly want your goals to become a reality one must spend more time focused on the constructive side of support and follow through in creating the frameworks of possibilities.
Chapter 12. Telling the WE Story.
I always held the belief of we, the human race. I always had a difficult time understanding us vs. them, when it came to nationality. I always embraced the uniqueness of different ethnic backgrounds and cultures. I never understood our US Constitution for saying Mankind to exclude most men and all women. Even today I am an advocate of correcting the grammar to truly equate to the ideals it pretends to equate to. I think our global community is becoming more connected then ever before, and some of the wealthier stakeholders attempt to influence the common folk with placing their fears and discriminations on the masses. We are all important and there is only one race of people, called the human race. Eventually the “Us vs. Them” people will need to get over their egocentric and ethnocentric points of view. As I can imagine a world of people working together across the globe in the name of the human race, inclusive of peace.
Happy 70th Birthday and Thank you John Lennon for your ideas expressed in ‘Imagine’. http://www.johnlennon.com/site.html
Reflections of Steve Jobs
I just learned the history of Steve Jobs and Apple via Steve himself on this video clip.
I have only recently become an Apple user and before that I would not consider myself a technology person in the slightest. Being an Apple user I feel more connected to the technology industry.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8uR6Z6KLc
Some thoughts from Steve Jobs:
Connecting the Dots to his pathway to success, from birth to current state of being and he offers the following simple advice:
- Find what you love.
o Do what you believe is great work
o Never settle
o Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish
I just learned the history of Steve Jobs and Apple via Steve himself on this video clip.
I have only recently become an Apple user and before that I would not consider myself a technology person in the slightest. Being an Apple user I feel more connected to the technology industry.
I have only recently become an Apple user and before that I would not consider myself a technology person in the slightest. Being an Apple user I feel more connected to the technology industry.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8uR6Z6KLc
Some thoughts from Steve Jobs:
Connecting the Dots to his pathway to success, from birth to current state of being and he offers the following simple advice:
- Find what you love.
o Do what you believe is great work
o Never settle
o Stay Hungry, Stay Foolish
I just learned the history of Steve Jobs and Apple via Steve himself on this video clip.
I have only recently become an Apple user and before that I would not consider myself a technology person in the slightest. Being an Apple user I feel more connected to the technology industry.
My Dream World Learning Environment
My dream-teaching environment would be safe, supportive and spectacular! The safety element would be natural of whatever the local gangs are concocting as their latest cry for attention and assertion of power. Learners would be able to wear and use the colors of the spectrum based on their imagination and not some pre-described brainwashing of commitment to a gang. The safety would extend outside of my classroom into the campus and the community. In my dream learning environment I would not need to be ultra aware of students’ interactions as it relates to Joshua’s recent stabbing outside of McDonalds. My Learning environment would be supportive to all learners and to empower learners with the skills of learning how to learn best within their natural intelligences and how to learn best by challenging them to learn and practice within other intelligences’ learning styles. My learning environment would be a spectacular state of the art learning center that would expose learners to the latest in Digital Media Literacy, self-determination and self-advocacy.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Reflection on Jodi Zeigler's Blog
http://jzeigler101.blogspot.com/2010/09/mac-week-3-art-of-poosibility.html
Your blog speaks a lot of accepting situations and not being held down by the negativity.
I am not too familiar with the situation related to false accusations. This must have been a hard period to navigate through, especially considering the work we do with young learners. To add to this scenario, the truth does not run far! The emotional toll that these types of bumps in the road cause are hurtful, nasty and some of the lowest forms for attack one can do to an educator. This being said, it continues everyday.
I like your reference to the concept of 'one door closing and another door opening'. As I believe this to be true.
Your blog speaks a lot of accepting situations and not being held down by the negativity.
I am not too familiar with the situation related to false accusations. This must have been a hard period to navigate through, especially considering the work we do with young learners. To add to this scenario, the truth does not run far! The emotional toll that these types of bumps in the road cause are hurtful, nasty and some of the lowest forms for attack one can do to an educator. This being said, it continues everyday.
I like your reference to the concept of 'one door closing and another door opening'. As I believe this to be true.
Reflection on Sharon Jones' Blog
http://blossjones.blogspot.com/2010/09/mac-week-3-reading-chapters-7-9-art-of.html
I like your affirmations and where you write about:
"work toward the development of a more enlightened policy."
By developing solutions, one creates possibility. I have practiced this concept and I have even brought it to my work place, whereas our department's motto is what are your solutions? People must state their concerns followed by offering a solution. It has been in practice for four years and most people involved feel empowered to offer suggestions and through discussion, implement change.
In addition, you write " the primary reason for engaging in this program has been to arm myself with the skill set needed to help move education into the 21st century." Yes, I agree and I have the same reasons for wanting to enroll into the Full Sail Online program.
I like your affirmations and where you write about:
"work toward the development of a more enlightened policy."
By developing solutions, one creates possibility. I have practiced this concept and I have even brought it to my work place, whereas our department's motto is what are your solutions? People must state their concerns followed by offering a solution. It has been in practice for four years and most people involved feel empowered to offer suggestions and through discussion, implement change.
In addition, you write " the primary reason for engaging in this program has been to arm myself with the skill set needed to help move education into the 21st century." Yes, I agree and I have the same reasons for wanting to enroll into the Full Sail Online program.
The Art of Possibility Chapters 7,8,9
The Art of Possibility
‘The World of Possibility’ is for one to become connected to the opportunity for positive change. The concept of transformation, from the world of the ‘downward spiral’ of negativity and not waiting to change, into accepting the world of possibility.
Chapter 7. The Way Things Are.
I enjoyed the visualization of the two options: the downward spiral and the option of possibility. This topic on approach on ‘How to look at a situation’ is a constant conversation at my school. As we are all asked to present a concern and or a situation with options for resolution. No one is just allowed to complain, one needs to offers possible solutions. This approach allows one to think before speaking and to use their mind to offer solutions.
Chapter 8. Giving Way to Passion.
My daily life involves being a professional at work and directing my actions to support a positive learning environment. For me this involves with simple salutations and greetings for people I see and student I welcome into my classroom. My day proceeds with active list of follow through and building my credibility for a job well done. I enjoy being on top of my professional game, and I feel the more I clean up my responsibilities, the more room becomes available for bigger and better things to enter. I enjoy making real connections and bringing my classroom-learning environment to the next level.
Chapter 9. Lighting a Spark.
I like the concept of ‘Enrollment’ it is a self-decision to get involved, and to contribute. I enjoyed reading the different stories on how people approached their situations and offered to spark other people into action and or a new perspective for their lives. I already apply the concept of the ’10 fold’ whatever one puts out will come back 10 times. So when one does good… it comes back 10 times and visa versa. I Work on Good Karma!
‘The World of Possibility’ is for one to become connected to the opportunity for positive change. The concept of transformation, from the world of the ‘downward spiral’ of negativity and not waiting to change, into accepting the world of possibility.
Chapter 7. The Way Things Are.
I enjoyed the visualization of the two options: the downward spiral and the option of possibility. This topic on approach on ‘How to look at a situation’ is a constant conversation at my school. As we are all asked to present a concern and or a situation with options for resolution. No one is just allowed to complain, one needs to offers possible solutions. This approach allows one to think before speaking and to use their mind to offer solutions.
Chapter 8. Giving Way to Passion.
My daily life involves being a professional at work and directing my actions to support a positive learning environment. For me this involves with simple salutations and greetings for people I see and student I welcome into my classroom. My day proceeds with active list of follow through and building my credibility for a job well done. I enjoy being on top of my professional game, and I feel the more I clean up my responsibilities, the more room becomes available for bigger and better things to enter. I enjoy making real connections and bringing my classroom-learning environment to the next level.
Chapter 9. Lighting a Spark.
I like the concept of ‘Enrollment’ it is a self-decision to get involved, and to contribute. I enjoyed reading the different stories on how people approached their situations and offered to spark other people into action and or a new perspective for their lives. I already apply the concept of the ’10 fold’ whatever one puts out will come back 10 times. So when one does good… it comes back 10 times and visa versa. I Work on Good Karma!
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Ken McLaughlin's reflection to week 2's reading: Art of Possibility
Chapter 4: Being a Contribution.
How will I be a contribution today?
Being a gift to others, and to invent oneself as a contribution to the situation.
This ‘game’ has a different set of rules then the traditional win lose game or scenario. Here when one acts like a contribution, there is a win win approach to the game, and people, where the relationship with others is seen and felt like an engagement.
Chapter 5: Leading from any Chair.
The idea of this chapter allows for a conductor to ask the musicians for feed back by placing a blank piece of paper in the music book. To see the perspectives from the different parts of the whole. Where all participants have a vital roll in creating the sound, project and event.
Chapter 6: Rule Number 6
The purpose of this chapter is to lighten up! Break away from one’s childish demands and entitlements.
Similar to chapter 4, chapter 6 extends the rational to break away from the ‘measurement world’ or how we are programmed to ‘calculating self’. This chapter explores the realm of the ‘central self’ based on pure expression. SO remember Rule Number 6… lighten up, and let one’s central self interact with whatever comes one’s way.
How will I be a contribution today?
Being a gift to others, and to invent oneself as a contribution to the situation.
This ‘game’ has a different set of rules then the traditional win lose game or scenario. Here when one acts like a contribution, there is a win win approach to the game, and people, where the relationship with others is seen and felt like an engagement.
Chapter 5: Leading from any Chair.
The idea of this chapter allows for a conductor to ask the musicians for feed back by placing a blank piece of paper in the music book. To see the perspectives from the different parts of the whole. Where all participants have a vital roll in creating the sound, project and event.
Chapter 6: Rule Number 6
The purpose of this chapter is to lighten up! Break away from one’s childish demands and entitlements.
Similar to chapter 4, chapter 6 extends the rational to break away from the ‘measurement world’ or how we are programmed to ‘calculating self’. This chapter explores the realm of the ‘central self’ based on pure expression. SO remember Rule Number 6… lighten up, and let one’s central self interact with whatever comes one’s way.
Monday, September 6, 2010
Music: CD Ownership, Music Sharing or Spontaneous Listening
I love music… and If I can download it, I will!
My personal music library, spans many artists and genres from starting off using blank tapes to record the top countdown off the radio, to my first album: Blondie’s Autoamerican http://www.blondie.net/album .
All my life I have collected music:
- Cassette tapes, I have owned and stored away 100+
- Records, 50 that I have not listened to in over 20 years. I do want and think about
getting a turntable for the computer. I think that would be fun.
- Compact disks, I own 500+, box of them transferred to computer and stored without
plastic jackets in a box. I buy CDs as gifts for people: Mom just got Sade, Dad got the
Beach Boys.
- mp3s, on my computer with 7813 songs and counting
I current own 2 iPods, I have not touched either of them in over a year.
I use the iphone; that I listen to music, pod casts, wimba sessions every day.
I currently have and frequent ilke.com for live concerts and to create a play list. I also visit my account at playlist.com as well as Youtube.com for music videos.
I am told a lot about Pandora.com from several friends who rave about it!
I have not had the time to investigate, yet.
My personal music library, spans many artists and genres from starting off using blank tapes to record the top countdown off the radio, to my first album: Blondie’s Autoamerican http://www.blondie.net/album .
All my life I have collected music:
- Cassette tapes, I have owned and stored away 100+
- Records, 50 that I have not listened to in over 20 years. I do want and think about
getting a turntable for the computer. I think that would be fun.
- Compact disks, I own 500+, box of them transferred to computer and stored without
plastic jackets in a box. I buy CDs as gifts for people: Mom just got Sade, Dad got the
Beach Boys.
- mp3s, on my computer with 7813 songs and counting
I current own 2 iPods, I have not touched either of them in over a year.
I use the iphone; that I listen to music, pod casts, wimba sessions every day.
I currently have and frequent ilke.com for live concerts and to create a play list. I also visit my account at playlist.com as well as Youtube.com for music videos.
I am told a lot about Pandora.com from several friends who rave about it!
I have not had the time to investigate, yet.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Ken_McLaughlin's Comments to Sharon Jones blog
http://blossjones.blogspot.com/2010/09/week-1-readings-mac.html
"In The Art of Possibility, the authors allow a more individualized approach to the education of your students. It is not a matter of relaxing, or indeed removing, standards, but of taking each student and enabling them to reach their maximum potential. I was particularly moved by the concept of "giving the A" to students by having them basically determine their goals. The likelihood of a student reaching a goal he has set for himself is much higher than the likelihood of meeting a predetermined standard imposed upon him.
Since our goal as educators is to foster the desire to develop and succeed in our students, this philosophy seems tailor made. One of the biggest complaints I hear from fellow teachers is that no matter how "hard" they teach, their students are just not coming up to the mark. Perhaps the "mark" is one that the students have not yet had the experience in life to recognize."
First off Sharon, I love the photo of you as it truly adds to your history and love for music as it comes through your amazing smile while at the piano! I agree with your assessment of this week's reading and how it allows educators to accept and guide learners toward their maximum potential. In addition, you comments on teachers teaching and expecting their students to reach a mark that is not yet recognized from the point of view of the learner is something that needs more attention. As graduation rates and unprepared students move on in life to college or employment. I see that most of our classmates have had the opportunity to rethink what and how content is taught in the classroom compared to the necessary skills needed for all learners to master and to succeed... as the art of Possibilities is an extension to the art of learning how to learn.
"In The Art of Possibility, the authors allow a more individualized approach to the education of your students. It is not a matter of relaxing, or indeed removing, standards, but of taking each student and enabling them to reach their maximum potential. I was particularly moved by the concept of "giving the A" to students by having them basically determine their goals. The likelihood of a student reaching a goal he has set for himself is much higher than the likelihood of meeting a predetermined standard imposed upon him.
Since our goal as educators is to foster the desire to develop and succeed in our students, this philosophy seems tailor made. One of the biggest complaints I hear from fellow teachers is that no matter how "hard" they teach, their students are just not coming up to the mark. Perhaps the "mark" is one that the students have not yet had the experience in life to recognize."
First off Sharon, I love the photo of you as it truly adds to your history and love for music as it comes through your amazing smile while at the piano! I agree with your assessment of this week's reading and how it allows educators to accept and guide learners toward their maximum potential. In addition, you comments on teachers teaching and expecting their students to reach a mark that is not yet recognized from the point of view of the learner is something that needs more attention. As graduation rates and unprepared students move on in life to college or employment. I see that most of our classmates have had the opportunity to rethink what and how content is taught in the classroom compared to the necessary skills needed for all learners to master and to succeed... as the art of Possibilities is an extension to the art of learning how to learn.
Ken _McLaughlin's Comments to Seanna Denee' Jackson's blog
http://seandene.blogspot.com/
Where Seanna writes:
"But I’m caught between who what when where and why. Because it’s all invented it doesn’t make sense. Its like, could I really let go of the box, where will my children eat? I deserve and choose to feed my own children, but is that a “box” idea….lolo..I could go on and on. My thought process I just went thought process I just went through is how I relate Zander’s recommendation of a living in a world of measurements. My thoughts and actions, have been challenged in fully executing this, as I am an artist who doesn’t think naturally this way, but “the box” has requirements that I do…Until I can master this world of possibilities. And I am so open right now, I immerse myself in the possibility...."
Excellent, I am glad that you are open to the Art of Possibilities, I an interested in knowing what you thought of the examples of the historical artists such as Picasso and Michelangelo? I related to these examples as I have enjoyed their work as artists and to learn more about there perspective upon creating masterpieces of art truly intrigues me.
In reading the three chapters, I felt that a lot of what was written follows an eastern approach to life and learning, like the Buddhist monks.
Where Seanna writes:
"But I’m caught between who what when where and why. Because it’s all invented it doesn’t make sense. Its like, could I really let go of the box, where will my children eat? I deserve and choose to feed my own children, but is that a “box” idea….lolo..I could go on and on. My thought process I just went thought process I just went through is how I relate Zander’s recommendation of a living in a world of measurements. My thoughts and actions, have been challenged in fully executing this, as I am an artist who doesn’t think naturally this way, but “the box” has requirements that I do…Until I can master this world of possibilities. And I am so open right now, I immerse myself in the possibility...."
Excellent, I am glad that you are open to the Art of Possibilities, I an interested in knowing what you thought of the examples of the historical artists such as Picasso and Michelangelo? I related to these examples as I have enjoyed their work as artists and to learn more about there perspective upon creating masterpieces of art truly intrigues me.
In reading the three chapters, I felt that a lot of what was written follows an eastern approach to life and learning, like the Buddhist monks.
Ken_McLaughin_Wimba Session 1: Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Professor Joe welcomed all to the course and reviews his contact lists and protocols for the class. He made an agreement to go briefly on the instruction and to refer us to the archive of what needs to be completed, for the literature review. Joe attempted to place the link into the content box and his self-fulfilling prophecy of being booted off the system, happened.
Late work being accepted is at Professor Joe’s discretion.
He explained that by clicking the GPS assignment was intended to flip the perspective of a punitive situation, to one’s idea of construction and being aware of global professional standards. Professor Joe continued to explain his dashboard, the links within the activities and discussion boards.
Action Research:
To hand in a copy to Roxanne, the Literature Review in order to prepare for the month 12 final presentation.
The Status report rubric:
The objective is to have the Literature Review is ready for month 12.
The grade is an adaptive grade, that allows for a grade to move forward onto the 12th month.
I am not your traditional student follow the journey that Full Sail has to offer. In the past, I chose not to hand in assignments as I felt they were not up to the quality that I wanted to submit. Therefore I chose to take classes over again, as I am enrolled in this program to learn, for myself; not for a requirement, not for direct advancement in pay, and simply for me wanting to learn 21st century technologies and how to implement them in my classroom. I agree with the Art of Possibilities, in chapter three when the book states “grades say little about the work done”. I like to focus on constructive criticism and how to improve my practice and or learning environment. I am in no rush to click buttons and pretend I know what is going on. I would further argue that the deductions of most of my points are based in miscommunication on the assignments explained. As each teacher has a unique manner of delivery, and considering most of them have administered the information previously, I think that the instructors get caught up with the fact that they have a great understanding of what they want, and unfortunately it has not been fully delivered through the Full Sail FSO platform. This has been true with the different levels of support and expectations of the Action Research project. As I am a new cyber learner and it amazes me on how much is expected to be known as common knowledge in addition to the content of each course. I do not understand the rush, or bombardment of information.
Professor Joe is serious about deadlines with the ability to continue to modify the end product of the assignment as the course proceeds. He made it clear that he is here to help us through this process.
Late work being accepted is at Professor Joe’s discretion.
He explained that by clicking the GPS assignment was intended to flip the perspective of a punitive situation, to one’s idea of construction and being aware of global professional standards. Professor Joe continued to explain his dashboard, the links within the activities and discussion boards.
Action Research:
To hand in a copy to Roxanne, the Literature Review in order to prepare for the month 12 final presentation.
The Status report rubric:
The objective is to have the Literature Review is ready for month 12.
The grade is an adaptive grade, that allows for a grade to move forward onto the 12th month.
I am not your traditional student follow the journey that Full Sail has to offer. In the past, I chose not to hand in assignments as I felt they were not up to the quality that I wanted to submit. Therefore I chose to take classes over again, as I am enrolled in this program to learn, for myself; not for a requirement, not for direct advancement in pay, and simply for me wanting to learn 21st century technologies and how to implement them in my classroom. I agree with the Art of Possibilities, in chapter three when the book states “grades say little about the work done”. I like to focus on constructive criticism and how to improve my practice and or learning environment. I am in no rush to click buttons and pretend I know what is going on. I would further argue that the deductions of most of my points are based in miscommunication on the assignments explained. As each teacher has a unique manner of delivery, and considering most of them have administered the information previously, I think that the instructors get caught up with the fact that they have a great understanding of what they want, and unfortunately it has not been fully delivered through the Full Sail FSO platform. This has been true with the different levels of support and expectations of the Action Research project. As I am a new cyber learner and it amazes me on how much is expected to be known as common knowledge in addition to the content of each course. I do not understand the rush, or bombardment of information.
Professor Joe is serious about deadlines with the ability to continue to modify the end product of the assignment as the course proceeds. He made it clear that he is here to help us through this process.
Ken_McLaughlin_The Art of Possibilities
The Art of Possibilities. By Benjamin Zander and Stone Zander.
The over-arching concepts presented and the questions asked at the end of each chapter allows one to think outside of the box and welcome the Art of Possibilities. I like how the authors used several examples of historical artists as Picasso and Michelangelo as the had the ability to expand their thinking and create work.
Chapter 1. It’s All Invented:
The interesting fact was how one’s mind naturally attempts to put a story together, even if some of the points to the story are missing. Where as the example of the puzzle on how to solve the nine-dot square and how our minds attempt to organize, define, and confine what we perceive to be possible. I was aware of this mind tease, and it is a great example of open-mindedness used to solve a thinking problem. The chapter ends with a three-part question that allows one to reflect and think outside of the box:
“What assumptions an I making, that I am not aware I am making, that gives me what I see? Once it is answered… then ask: What might I now invent, that I have not invented, and that would give me other choices?
Chapter 2. Stepping into a Universe of Possibility:
This chapter speaks on how most of us (I would add in the western world) live in a world of measurements and by comparing and contrasting things against each other. Where as it is suggested that in the Universe of Possibilities this ‘stretches beyond the world of management to include all words: infinite, generative, and abundant...To set the context and let life unfold.’ The chapter ends with the questions:
‘How are my thoughts and actions, in this moment, reflections of the measurement world?’ The use of the word ‘how’ allows for an inquiry into possibilities. And then the second question, ‘How are my thoughts and actions, in this new movement, a reflection of the measurement world? And how now?’
Chapter 3. Giving an A: Giving Yourself an A.
By giving yourself and others the mental concept of grade of an ‘A’, the Art of Possibilities suggests that the transformation of interacting with others from a place of respect and to allow others to visualize and realize themselves. I like the quote “ This ‘A’ is not an expectation to live up to, but a possibility to live into.” The authors are clear not to be blind to one’s accomplishment and that standards of mastery can allow one to move up to be considered competent in any given field.
Lastly, in Benjamin Zander’s video of his talk at TED discussed the state of classical music, and how people perceive this genre as a dying entity or one that will continue to grow. I liked the comparison of the people interacting with classical music as second hand smoke, as something there. Personally, I like classical music; I am not too familiar with it however I enjoy the overall calmness that allows me to automatically feel. I enjoyed Zander’s introduction to the study of classical music and how through the proper practice and awareness to the scales and notes of music, one can naturally connect to the tension created between the notes and eventually predict what note ought to come next within a song.
The over-arching concepts presented and the questions asked at the end of each chapter allows one to think outside of the box and welcome the Art of Possibilities. I like how the authors used several examples of historical artists as Picasso and Michelangelo as the had the ability to expand their thinking and create work.
Chapter 1. It’s All Invented:
The interesting fact was how one’s mind naturally attempts to put a story together, even if some of the points to the story are missing. Where as the example of the puzzle on how to solve the nine-dot square and how our minds attempt to organize, define, and confine what we perceive to be possible. I was aware of this mind tease, and it is a great example of open-mindedness used to solve a thinking problem. The chapter ends with a three-part question that allows one to reflect and think outside of the box:
“What assumptions an I making, that I am not aware I am making, that gives me what I see? Once it is answered… then ask: What might I now invent, that I have not invented, and that would give me other choices?
Chapter 2. Stepping into a Universe of Possibility:
This chapter speaks on how most of us (I would add in the western world) live in a world of measurements and by comparing and contrasting things against each other. Where as it is suggested that in the Universe of Possibilities this ‘stretches beyond the world of management to include all words: infinite, generative, and abundant...To set the context and let life unfold.’ The chapter ends with the questions:
‘How are my thoughts and actions, in this moment, reflections of the measurement world?’ The use of the word ‘how’ allows for an inquiry into possibilities. And then the second question, ‘How are my thoughts and actions, in this new movement, a reflection of the measurement world? And how now?’
Chapter 3. Giving an A: Giving Yourself an A.
By giving yourself and others the mental concept of grade of an ‘A’, the Art of Possibilities suggests that the transformation of interacting with others from a place of respect and to allow others to visualize and realize themselves. I like the quote “ This ‘A’ is not an expectation to live up to, but a possibility to live into.” The authors are clear not to be blind to one’s accomplishment and that standards of mastery can allow one to move up to be considered competent in any given field.
Lastly, in Benjamin Zander’s video of his talk at TED discussed the state of classical music, and how people perceive this genre as a dying entity or one that will continue to grow. I liked the comparison of the people interacting with classical music as second hand smoke, as something there. Personally, I like classical music; I am not too familiar with it however I enjoy the overall calmness that allows me to automatically feel. I enjoyed Zander’s introduction to the study of classical music and how through the proper practice and awareness to the scales and notes of music, one can naturally connect to the tension created between the notes and eventually predict what note ought to come next within a song.
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