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The Internet of Things and what it mean's for Educators

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      “If you think that the internet has changed your life, think again. The Internet of Things is about to change it all over again!” — Brendan O’Brien As a premise to this blog series, I want to let you know that I am at being honest about where my understandings of a topic. This will help me see my own progression of understanding of topic and help my readers get to know how I understand the topics I cover. This blog specifically will introduce you to the idea of what the term internet of things (IOT) means, what this might look like in the classroom, the inequities of IOT in the Manitoban context, and the issue with security surrounding IOT technology.       Prior to doing a bit of research for my class, Internet for Educators, I didn't know what the term "the internet of things" (IOT) meant. In short, these are objects that humans use in everyday life that aren't specifically known for their internet connection capabilities. For example, my HP l...

Who is Miss. Bueckert

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  Hello and welcome to my blog! I thought that it would be good for me to start out by introducing myself.  I grew up on an acreage in Southern Manitoba. I went to Westpark S chool from kindergarten to grade twelve and graduated with high honors in 2014. I took two years off to work and save money to attend higher education. I am currently attending Brandon University to obtain my Bachelor of Education Degree with plans to become an early years teacher. My major is geography and minor is English. In my spare time I enjoy reading a good mystery novel, baking, going for a hike, and spending time with my friends and family. You will find a few pictures below. I love to learn and I want to pass on my love of learning to my students.  As a classroom teacher it is my philosophy that every student in my class can learn. I take a strength based approach which uses students strengths in the classroom and recognizes weaknesses as challenges that can be over...