Cognition

For the create-evaluate-relate I decided to make a mind map to convey my ideas. The first picture shows how I use metacognition and explain how I use it everyday. There are a few examples that I posted on this map.

 

 

For the evaluate part I also created another mind map. Instead, this time I used the map to show the different steps of how to clean a dish. I know this seems pretty basic, but in your head you are always thinking about what comes next after you are done with each step.

 

 

 

The last part it asked us to visit a website that helped think cognitively and explored different ideas. Exploratorium is a museum of experience. The thing that interests me about this website is, you don't have to specifically visit this museum to know what's inside. It has different links that you can click on to find out more information. Looking through the different sites, the one that caught my attention was the Tactile Dome. The name its self sounds pretty cool. According to the website this dome is designed for you to be in complete darkness. You never know if you are going to slide, turn, bump, etc. This dome is created to develop your senses (mostly touch). Overall this site gives a lot of information on the museum and you can see how it helps people cognitively.

 



 

 



Behaviorism

The PowerPoint that I created gives you many ways to use the behaviorism theory in a classroom. I hope these three ways help you become more aware of this theory. Within this PowerPoint I focused on two theorists. Towards the end you can see that there is a video that goes into depth with one of the theorists. I hope you enjoy this Behaviorism  PowerPoint.

Tests

Personality Test
This website makes you click on a picture that you think is more attractive. From that picture it gives you an analysis of what you might be. I ended up picking the introspective sensitive reflective. Below it briefly describes that that means.

Introspective sensitive reflective

 

 

You come to grips more frequently and thoroughly with yourself and your environment than do most people. You detest superficiality; you'd rather be alone than have to suffer through small talk. But your relationships with your friends are very strong, which gives you the inner tranquility and harmony that you require. You do not mind being alone for extended periods of time; you rarely become bored.

 

 

Color Quiz

Like the test above the color test is to determine what your personality is like. I personally enjoyed taking this test because it was like a matching game. My overall results were:

 

Your Existing Situation "Very emotional and artistic, enjoys being surrounded by beauty and art. Looking for a partner who always has an eye for beauty and who enjoys close, loving relationships."

 

Your Stress Sources "Has high standards and wants to make friends with those who have equally high standards; however, she has been unsuccessful in building these types of relationships. she is feeling under appreciated and her self-esteem is damaged because of it. she is uncomfortable with the situation and wishes to escape, but refuses to make compromises or lower her standards. Puts off resolving her problems because she afraid of the conflicts it may cause. In order to feel secure, she needs to feel appreciated by others so they will do what she asks of them and respect her opinions"

 

Your Restrained Characteristics "Tries to participate and involve herself in things going on around him; however, avoids conflict and arguments to reduce stress and tension." "Seeking to broaden her horizons and believes her hopes and dreams are realistic. Worries she may not be able to do the things she wants and needs to escape to a peaceful, quiet environment in order to restore her confidence." "Believes her hopes and dreams are realistic and sticks to them stubbornly, even though circumstances are forcing her to compromise. Very precise in the qualities she seeks in a partner." Although she is able to find contentment through sexual activity, she feels hopeless to change her problems and difficulties and continues to make the best of what she has." "Believes her hopes and dreams are realistic and sticks to them stubbornly, even though circumstances are forcing her to compromise. Very precise in the qualities she seeks in a partner."

 

Your Desired Objective "Longs for a loving, caring, and supportive relationship, and fanaticizes of living in perfect harmony with others. Has a strong desire for tenderness and affection and enjoys things which are artistically pleasing to the eye."

 

Your Actual Problem "Impressed by unique and one of a kind things, and by people with exceptional personalities. Tries to takes the characteristics she likes in other people and apply it to herself as well as coming across as a unique individual."

 

Your Actual Problem #2 "Feeling tension and stress brought on by situations which are out of her control, leaves her feeling helpless, anxious, and in adequate. she tries to escape into a fantasy world where things go her way and her desires are easier to reach."

 

I decided to do two IQ tests because it's better to have two different takes on something. Through these two tests they were spot on with my personality. I know sometimes these tests can mean nothing, but I can relate to the different results. These tests can be used in a classroom to help students discover who they really are. They are also easy enough to take because you don't need any prior knowledge.

 

 

Violence?

Violence is prevalent in today's society. As teachers we should know how to handle this problem and take action. We can see violence through television, video games, at home, etc. In order to fully understand the concept of violence we need to fully asses what makes children cause violence. I made a PowerPoint on the different causes and hopefully these three video will help you understand the importance of stopping violence in schools.

Why All The Violence?

Caitlin's Presentation

Logical-mathematical: Matt

Linguistic: Erin

Musical: Rachael Smith

Spatial: Dad

Bodily-Kinesthetic: Erin

Interpersonal: Alyssa

Intrapersonal: Mom

Naturalist: Erin

Journal Writing(linguistic and intrapersonal)- Each morning I would have my students write down anything they are thinking about. Then I would take a moment and let everyone share their ideas. It can either be a picture or words. 

Dr. Kohleber's Theory

One of the YouTube videos I watched was a description of Kohleber's theory. Before watching this video I thought it was going to be dull and not interesting. When I started watching it there were some funny parts and they related his theories to movies. His main theory was focusing on the moral development with different age groups. Kohleber had three different stages of development. The different stages are:

1. Preconventional- Values in external events   
2. Conventional- Preforming right roles 
3. Postconventional- Shared standards, rights, and duties

The most important factor is that children DO NOT skip stages, they simply build upon each stage. One of the stages I am most interested in is the first stage. Seeing as I want to be a childhood teacher Preconventional is the most important stage. During this stage children are egocentric which means they care about themselves. In order to fix this I would have to build a lesson plan on sharing. This will help build a foundation of sharing and eventually move up to the conventional stage. Childhood is the most important grade to teach because that's where children begin their learning. Teachers have to understand that whatever they teach the student will grasp their concept. Meaning if a teacher is simply teaching the student the wrong way to spell, they will still carry that on in the next grade. It is so important for teachers to know basic skills.

 

This picture clearly shows how children can be egocentric. Everyone goes through this stage when they are younger. Whether it be over a toy or even a friend. The child does not want to share what they have.