Friday, 10 May 2013
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Wednesday, 8 May 2013
JOURNAL REFLECTION: WEEK 10
WEEK
10: 27/04/2013
We
learned Microsoft Excel today. Besides
the normal function of Excel which is to key in data systematically, we
were taught how to organize data and apply calculations. This will help us in
measuring students’ achievements in examinations or quiz. We are able to type
as large data as we want, and calculations can be simplified by using certain
equations. This class was a little confusing for me. I hope this lesson on
Excel will be conducted again.
JOURNAL REFLECTION: WEEK 8
WEEK
8: 13/04/2013
As
planned, we learned two more softwares today which are Preezi and Advanced
Microsoft PowerPoint. Both of these softwares can be used to enhance our
presentations. Normal presentations maybe too conventional and boring which
indirectly hinders focus and attention from students. As an educator, we can
use both these softwares to create an interactive presentation. Personally I
have used Preezi in creating multimedia module as you can view in the link below.
Preezi
contains customized presentations where we just have to add the details we
want.
Advanced
Microsoft PowerPoint allows us to apply features to its extent such as creating
puzzles and many more. However , lesson on Advance Microsoft PowerPoint was
really confusing for me and I was unable to follow the lesson.
JOURNAL REFLECTION: WEEK 7
Week 7: 16/04/2013
The seventh lecture was an exposure
to two new software which is Microsoft Office OneNote and Window Movie Maker.
Microsoft Office OneNote is a software that helps us to organize, search,
gather and share our notes.
Microsoft OneNote can be used as an
electronic notebook where we can jot down all our words with special features
as below:
ü Write
any word/pictures/table and able to draw and write using available pen tools.
ü Calculator
can be used
ü Copy
text from pictures
ü Send
our notes in OneNote to PDF or Microsoft Word
ü Insert
files and copy any materials from our documents or internet with the location
addressed
ü Add
audio, video, screen clipping and hyperlink directly
ü The
software has password protection
The next software that we learned
is Window Movie Maker that enables us to create home movies and slide shows,
complete with professional looking titles, transitions, effects, music and even
narrations.
This
class involved active participation from all of us. I feel proud of my lecturer
and my coursemates because they really involve and cooperate in this class.
They are so generous in sharing knowledge and helping each other.
JOURNAL REFLECTION: WEEK 6
WEEK
6: 30/03/2013
This
was the sixth lecture for this course. Today was my presentation day on
Microsoft Publisher. Nowadays, teachers are using different and interesting
methods in approaching students. Microsoft
Publisher is software that can be used in creating flyers, calendars,
brochures, posters and many more which can be used in schools to convey
information regarding workshops, events, meetings and other important matters
related to the schools.
Basically
, Microsoft Publisher provides templates for the flyers , calendars and many
more which makes us easy to prepare them. With the template provided, we just
have to alter the font, colour, cliparts or images according to our
preference. Below is the flyer that I
have created to promote my blog.
After
learning Microsoft Publisher, we learned
ChemSketch. This is one of the
software that is really beneficial and
significant in chemistry education. There are few essential things that can be
done by using this software such as:
- Drawing chemical structure in two or three dimensional. We are able to view the structure from different angle
- We are able to draw laboratory equipment and prepare diagrams for experiments.
- We are able to name the structures based on the molecule drawings.
During this lesson, there are few
things we learned in ChemSketch:
- · Drawing simple molecules, naming organic structure, 3D view and Lewis structure.
- · Drawing chemical formulas, ions and chemical equations.
- · Inserting headers and footers, forming lab manual using lab kits and converting it to PDF.
- · Drawing endothermic and exothermic reaction diagram, drawing 3D orbitals and drawing hybrid orbitals.
There was some installation error
of the software which made me difficult to utilize all the features. I was required to re install the software.
Overall , this was a great lesson as I was introduced softwares that will
definitely be useful in my education
career in the future.
Tuesday, 7 May 2013
JOURNAL REFLECTION: WEEK 5
WEEK
5 : 23/03/2013
This
lesson was really fun. We learned a new software called Picasa. Picasa is software
that enables photo editing, collage and poster creation and also allows us to
create video of photos. Picasa version 3.0 was used.
If
we see the diagram above, Picasa is easily used. This is because all the photos
are organized according to folders.
There
are many features in Picasa from cropping, light effects to numerous filters. This
is my photo before and after editing by Picasa.
There
are many effects available to enhance our photos.Video
can also be created from the piles of photo we have. Moreover , we can use this
software in editing some photos or make videos to present in our class.
JOURNAL REFLECTION: WEEK 4
WEEK
4: 16/03/2013
As
promised, today lecture was on creating Blog and drop down menu. I have created
my own blog. The next was to create the drop down menu. Drop down menu was
created according to the steps below:
1. Webpage
with the link as http://pixopoint.com/products/suckerfish_css/
was browsed. This webpage provides us the opportunity to customize our blog
according to our preference. I was able to choose my own fonts, colours,
backgrounds and layouts. After that, the “SUBMIT DESIGN” icon was clicked.
After that, I was able to preview the complete layout of my blog together with
the CSS code for the layout.
2. Next,
in my blogger page, I clicked on “template”, then “layout” and finally, “edit
HTML”. Next I clicked “Ctrl & F” simultaneously, and typed the code “]]></b:skin>”.
Next . I paste the CSS code and saved the template. I typed “Ctrl & F ” simultaneously
and typed the code “/*Tabs” and deleted the content within the range. Then ,
the template was saved. The code that was obtained from this link http://faialnasir88.blogspot.com
was pasted in the “Window HTML”. The term “sub link” is the drop down menu.
3. The
code #suckerfishnav li: hover, #suckerfishnav li.hover{position : static;} was
typed at the template designer , the advance section. Some of the codes will be
typed in respective positions to ensure the layout and drop down menu is
complete.
4. The
drop down menu was created.
There
was some error in creating the drop down menu. My blog does not show any
accurate drop down menu. Hence, I re-start creating the drop down menu, and
ensured all the coding was done accurately.
Lastly , the drop down menu was created . I would really appreciate my
coursemates help especially Group 1 for helping me in creating my blog.
JOURNAL REFLECTION : WEEK 3
WEEK
3: 09/03/2013
JOURNAL REFLECTION: WEEK 2
WEEK 2: 02/03/2013
Today was the second lecture of this
course. Before the lecture was conducted, all of us were required to choose our
own group members for our assignment purposes. My group members consist of four
members including myself as below:
v Teoh
Jyh Jing
v Mathavan
A/L Murugesan
v Fatihah
Said
My group members are very helpful
and very committed in completing our assignments. I was very grateful to them
for being so understanding and dedicated in their task given.
After
group members were chosen, the lecture was continued. Today, we learned about a
very beneficial website that can be utilized in our educational lessons called
Khan Academy. After exposing to its benefits and strength of the website, I
downloaded the access in my computer.
If
we take look at the diagrams above, we can see that the Khan Academy website
contains numerous videos from different fields to help one in understanding
certain concepts or knowledge. From this website, we have the opportunity to
access multi knowledge. Khan Academy functions as a great platform for one to
gain many exposures on knowledge and many other essential facts or information.
Moreover, as an educator we can utilize this website in our lesson to introduce
new knowledge to our students. If students are facing difficulties in
understanding certain abstract concepts, we can use this to help them in better
understanding. All the videos are organized systematically; therefore we can
have an ease of access.
Besides learning on Khan Academy, all
of us were required to conduct peer teaching throughout the course. Each group
were assigned on different software that will be presented every class
respectively. The peer teaching conducted will be on this software as outlined
below:
ü BlogSpot
ü Cam
studio
ü Picasa
ü Microsoft
publisher
ü Chemsketch
ü One
note
ü Movie
maker
ü PowerPoint presentation
ü Preezi
ü Excel
All this
software can be applied in our daily school lessons to make a more interactive
and conducive learning environment. I find this lecture very beneficial as it
helped me in knowing different softwares and websites that can be used in teaching
rather than just using the conventional way. However, today we were still
unable to use the computers as there are some computers were not functioning.
This hindered us from involving actively in the lesson as we were busy trying
to get computer access.
JOURNAL REFLECTION: WEEK 1
Journal Reflection
I
would like to express my views and opinions on this course (SKP6024: Technology
and Innovation in Teaching and Learning Chemistry). This class has given the
opportunity for me to explore many new things and knowledge. Hence, I would like
to share all my thought, opinions and suggestions for this class. Before I
begin my reflection on this class, I would like to show a big gratitude towards
my lecturer, Cik Asmayati and my fellow course mates for being so united in
sharing and providing knowledge and help to each other.
WEEK 1: 23/02/2013
Beginning
of the class was confusing for me as I was unable to access to the computers
available due to technical errors. In my opinion, I think this course is a very
good approach as it is an exposure to technology and innovation methods in the
education field. Everything in this world is partially dominated by technology
application. Hence, by providing us the knowledge and experience in this
course, we will be able to teach our students in a creative and innovative way.
We will be equipped with many ICT skills and will be exposed to numerous tools
in teaching chemistry. This is a 100% assessment course and no final exam is
involved. This will eventually teach us hands on experience and strengthen our
knowledge in this field.
During
the first lecture, I created Google account and I learned its numerous
features. Google account is very effective and beneficial. Google Drive enables
one to save important files in a secured mode. Sharing documents and preparation
of survey forms can also be done. The only thing that I feel that can be
improved is the computers condition. Some of the students were unable to follow
the lesson as some of the computers were not functioning. This made some of the
students lost track of the lesson as they were unable to follow the lesson
while trying to fix the computer problems.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
I
have graduated in Bachelor of Science majoring
Analytical and Environmental Chemistry. My actual job prospects are at
the laboratory. However a short period of
experience has changed my thoughts about my future. While waiting for my
graduation day, I applied for temporary teacher job called GSTT (Guru Sandaran Tidak Terlatih) and I was offered
to teach Form 1 and Form 2 students. I thought English subject. This is the experience that has diverted my mind about my future.
I realized that the career that I want lifelong is teacher.
Teaching is my passion. I find complete
satisfaction and deep thoughts about teaching. I love
to share knowledge to my students and ensure them to have deep and good
understanding on their subjects. I am grateful that behind every success of a student, I will be part of it. I would love to contribute
to their life.
Teaching
has become my passion. Hence , I have planned to
work hard and try my best to get a job as a teacher. Since I do not have an
education background as my degree was in pure science, I decided to enrol for
master studies. After deep consideration and survey, I applied for Master of Education in Chemistry Studies as I love to
teach and learn chemistry. After I complete my master studies, I would like to
apply for teacher job in government schools. I
would like to expand my career in the school and do my best. Now, I am trying
to gain as much experience of teaching as
possible. Hence , I am applying job in tuition centres and institutions to
polish up my teaching and communication skills.
I have decided that after ten years of working, I would like to pursue my doctorate studies in Chemistry Education. Moreover , I
would like to come up with innovative and creative
method of teaching chemistry. My aim is to contribute as many concrete and significant ideas for chemistry studies.
This
is my career development!! J
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
THE NATIONAL PHILOSOPHY
Our nation, Malaysia, is dedicated to achieving a greater unity of all
her People; maintaining a democratic way of life; creating a just society in which
the wealth of the nation shall be equitably shared; ensuring a liberal approach
to her rich and diverse cultural traditions; building a progressive society
which shall be oriented towards modern science and technology. We, the people
of Malaysia, pledge our united efforts to attain these ends guided by the
following principles:
Belief
in god
Loyalty
to king and country
Supremacy
of the constitution
Rule
of law
Good behaviour and
morality
NATIONAL
PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION
Education in Malaysia
is an on-going effort towards developing the potential of individuals in a
holistic and integrated manner, so as to produce individuals who are
intellectually, spiritually, emotionally and physically balanced and harmonious
based on a firm belief in and devotion to God. Such an effort is designed to
produce Malaysian citizens who are knowledgeable and competent, who possess
high moral standards and who are responsible and capable of achieving a high
level of personal well-being as well as being able to contribute to the harmony
and betterment of the family, society and the nation at large.
NATIONAL SCIENCE EDUCATION PHILOSOPHY
In consonance
with the National Education Philosophy, science education in Malaysia nurtures a
Science and Technology Culture by focusing on the development of individuals
who are competitive, dynamic, robust and resilient and able to master
scientific knowledge and technological competency.
MY
PHILOSOPHY
My teaching philosophy follows simple concepts.As my journey begins as a teacher, I would instil
some crucial philosophy in my heart in order to shine as a great teacher. My teaching
philosophy will always be projected as below:
ü I must
always be in complete understanding on what I am teaching. When I am in
complete understanding, I will be able to convey the best to my students.
ü I must
always be passionate and progress in my career, which will make me a teacher
who is able to inspire others.
ü I must
always be resourceful and knowledgeable to help my students.
ü I must be always positive minded to induce a
conducive learning environment.
ü I must always respect my students’ difference and
capability level and come with a solution that will fit all of them.
ü I must always provide opportunity to my
students to discover knowledge and voice out their thoughts and suggestions.
ü I must
always involve active participation with my students to create a strong bond
between us.
ü I must always encourage my students to explore
beyond the boundary and strive for their success.
ü I must always be prepared in teaching my
students regardless the situation or difficulty.
ü I must always be dedicated, knowledgeable, have
good relationship with students and give a good service to the nations’s
development.
-I want to inspire my students-
“A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instil a love of learning.
MY BIODATA :)
BIODATA
Hi everyone!!Let’s start with my personal
information….My name is Kavita A/P Paramasivam. I am 24 years old this year. I am the only child in the family...I am from Bukit Mertajam, Penang. My primary and secondary education was done
in Convent Bukit Mertajam… I did my Form 6 at High School Bukit Mertajam. I graduated from Universiti Malaysia Terengganu… I graduated with Bachelor of Science ( Analytical and Environmental Chemistry)…. My Hobbies are reading motivational books and dancing. Currently… I am pursuing Master of Education in Chemistry Studies. I have experience working as GSTT teacher, at BM High School.. This is something little about me :)
Contact Information :)
Number : 0149494132
Blog : http://chemistryfunlearning.blogspot.com/
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