Technology in the Classroom

Wesch’s exploration of our “new culture of participation” emphasizes that technology has profoundly changed how we connect, learn, and interact. His focus on YouTube as a platform for sharing, self-expression, and collaboration highlights how the digital world allows people to participate in knowledge creation rather than just passively consuming information. Thinking about our discussions during

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Blog Post: “Just Beet It: Carrot-ing On with My Pickling Adventures!”

Date: Week 6 This week, I ventured into the colorful world of pickling beets and carrots. Pickles? Simple enough. But pickled beets? Now that’s a different story—one that left my pots, countertops, clothes and HANDS looking like they’d been splattered with beet-red paint. Turns out, pickling beets and carrots is a whole new level of

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Blog Post: The Great Pickle Saga – How I Survived Grandma’s 2-Day Recipe

Week 5 Pickles. Simple, right? Well, that’s what I originally thought when I first attempted it a couple of years ago – (curious; read about it here.) From prepping the cucumbers to fighting off a geyser-like explosion from the canner, this pickle-making journey was full of surprises. But hey, if you’re going to pickle, you’ve

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Unleashing Your Creativity: A Fun Dive into Canva’s Video Design Tool (and How to Use It in the Classroom!)

Let’s talk about Canva’s video design feature! If you haven’t already explored this gem, you’re in for a treat. Whether you’re like me a beginning newbie to video editing or someone who loves creating, Canva makes it super easy and fun to whip up some eye-catching videos—all from your phone, tablet or PC! Why Canva’s

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Blog Post: My Sweet Second Shot of…… Preserving – Strawberry Jam and Sundae in a Jar

Date: Week 3 After surviving my first sweet and sticky venture into the world of jam-making, I felt ready to take on a new challenge—or, rather, a delicious challenge. This time, I decided to whip up some classic strawberry jam and, for a bit of indulgence, a sundae in a jar featuring none other than

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From Garden to Jar: The Art of Pretending You Are a Domesticated Goddess

Week 2 It’s official: I’ve taken my first step into the world of canning, and what better way to kick things off than with a sticky, sweet adventure of jam-making? For my first batch, I went bold, choosing not one but two recipes—Saskatoon Berry Jam and Cranberry Raspberry (CraZZ-Berry) Jam. But before I got to

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Finding Balance: My Go-To Tools for Productivity and Creativity

Ah, the delicate dance of staying organized and productive in today’s fast-paced, tech-savvy world! If you’re anything like me, finding that sweet spot between academia, personal interests, parenting, and, ahem, gaming can be quite the juggling act. I’ve found myself diving headfirst into different platforms and strategies to help keep my life in check while

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Canning for Dummies: How to preserve food without losing your mind (or your lunch)

Baseline: Where I Started Before I dive into the details of my journey into the world of canning, it’s important to lay the groundwork for where I am starting from. My knowledge of canning techniques can be summed up in one word: basic. Sure, I’ve heard about water baths and pressure canning, but my understanding

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