VIDEO OF TIN-TIN IN THE MEDIA LAB: A LEARNING EXPERIENCE

This the video I made in the media tech lab. It was a lot of fun. I spoke about how media affects my personal life. I created this movie with imovie.

It was my first experience with imovie. I think I look kind of silly, however, it was a lot of fun. I can't believe the things that I am learning (in terms of technology) in this class. I am a testament that it is never too late to learn!

TIN-TIN'S CRAZY MEDIA TECH LAB PHOTOS

This was a fun activity. Boy oh boy do I look old in this photo. I think that my kids would enjoy taking photos of themselves this way. I know that my son posts pictures of himself to his Facebook page often. He is only 17 years old but knows so much more about technology than I do. I really, really wish my generation was more computer literate than we are. However, all hope is not lost. I learn more every day about technology, and it is my hope that I will never stop.

Two of me to help me with school work. Wow! This would be great. I can't imagine that. Having two of me to do all the work that I have to do in and out of school - boy I would accomplish so much more if I could only have a twin that could help me out. Oh well! It is certainly a challenge, but at the same time a wonderful accomplishment that I am able to complete so many things in school as well as being a mother.

The first photo of Tina on the moon looking at earth brings back a lot of memories for me when I was a little girl. I remember when this picture was taken, and for what magazine. I was 9 years old. It was taken in July 1969, for Life Magazine and was put on the front cover of the magazine. The picture was taken by the first man who landed on the moon.

SOCIAL JUSTICE: GAY RIGHTS IN THE 21ST CENTURY

Gay rights are about treating people with respect regardless of their sexual orientation. This is a particular sensitive issue to me because my 17 year old son is gay. I love him more than life itself. I cannot image him being any other way than the way he is now. I am so incredibly proud of him. When he was just 15 years old he spoke at a public speaking contest at his high school and "came out" telling the entire school population that he was gay. His principal told him that some students would embrace him and others would hate him. I have to say that he experienced both, but has become a stronger man and amazing human being as a result of his actions. I will always love him for his courage-for standing up for what he knows is true and just.

Gay rights are about equality, it should not matter what your sexual orientation is. People are people. We all should be treated with respect. We should love others as we would want others to love us. Embracing differences in people and telling them that you love them for who they are, can send a very powerful message of self-respect and encouragement.

My son loved this image that says "Marriage is a Human Right: Not a Heterosexual Privilege." He told me that he would love to have a t-shirt with this printed on it. Too many people look at the fact that someone is marrying someone of the same sex. Rather than, the fact that they are marrying someone who they will love and cherish for their entire life. I think it is very sad that as a society we hate people because of the things that they stand for, even if it is because they are gay.

ADULT PERSPECTIVES OF TECHNOLOGY

The smart board is an incredible piece of technology that is being used more and more in the classroom setting. It is a wonderful interactive way for children to learn.

Computers are often used in conjunction with a smart board in the classroom setting. It is hard to imagine the class of 30 years ago that did not have either piece of technology. Now a days, I can not imagine a classroom without a smart board or computer, it certainly helps the educator teach, and aids in the learning process of the students.

Adult Perspectives of Technology:
In chapter 2, pages 32 to 34 of the textbook entitled "Rethinking Technology in Schools", we addressed how adults see technology. I found the in class lecture discussion of this topic very, very interesting. At first, I thought I was only a celebrant when thinking of my perspective of technology. The celebrant perspective addresses "the belief that the positive aspects of technology outweigh any potential negative effects. It assumes that technology is of ultimate benefit to education" (p. 33). However, as I continued listening to the class discussion of this topic, I quickly realized that I have a perspective of technology that embodies the four that were discussed. They are; celebrant, educated consumer, protectionist and cultural critic. However, I still strongly leaned towards the celebrant perspective as my strongest perspective.