Britta B's Blog

Good day lovely readers,       In the world of education, teachers are often faced with a wide array of challenges. Among all that is navigating the complex concepts of copyright and fair use, addressing technology implementation issues, and continually honing new skills. Let's explore these important aspects and how they can shape the educational landscape. Understanding Copyright and Fair Use     Copyright is like the guardian of intellectual property, making sure that creators rights are protected. In simple terms, it means you can't copy, share, or display these works without the creator's permission. On the other hand, fair use means using someone else's work in a fair and legal way, like quoting a few lines from a book to write a school report or sharing a short clip from a movie for educational purposes. We could think of fair use as the oasis that allows limited use of copyright material without permission. This could include using copyrighted conte...

 Hello again my readers!               As a student (k-12), I had little experience using Microsoft word during my high school years.  I would say usage was very little through high school, maybe only a couple assignments in the total four years. I became familiar with using MS Word during my first two years of college, and during this past summer semester, I worked with the program everyday for a class. Overall MS Word has served its purpose for me but, this summer I also began working more with Google Docs and I have found myself gravitating toward it more for assignments. I enjoy the collaborative features, like real time editing and the easy sharing with peers and professors. Additionally, the cloud-based nature of Google Docs has proved to be convenient for me.               Among the ISTE standards that I read about, the "Collaborator" standard resonates most with me. In my own words, th...

Hey there, lovely readers! I'm Britta, and I'm thrilled to share a bit about myself with you today. First and foremost, I'm an elementary education major. Teaching is my calling, and I'm excited for what the future holds. I also work as a paraprofessional at a school here in Panama city. Being there for students, providing support, and witnessing their growth has only proven to me that this is what I am meant to do! Now, onto the heart of my life—my family. My husband and I have been together for a whole twelve years, and we're the proud parents of four amazing kids. Our journey has been filled with love, laughter, and a fair share of challenges, but I wouldn't change a thing. Family is everything to me, and I'm grateful for every moment we share. In those rare moments of downtime, I have a couple of hobbies that keep me sane. First up, reading. There's nothing quite like getting lost in the pages of a good book. It's my escape, my adventure, and my ...