Between the dates of February 11th to the 15th, I embarked in a learning journey like no other. Web 2.0 is the beginning to a highly interactive and collaborative adventure. To see my journal or personal reflections for the week that I was in the class, click on the link below entitled "class journal." It is important to note that the interactive dialogue between Cyber Brett, Cyber Hilllary and Cyber Obama took care of one of the reflective journal entries.
Located below is a project that I am putting together based on my trip to Machu Picchu that actually occurred during the Summer of 2006.
Journey to Machu Picchu
Hi, my name is Brett Powers. I am married to a wonderful lady named Gabriela Powers. A couple of years ago, we went to her homeland in Peru. While I was there, I was able to visit the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu. In 1911, Hyrum Bingham was the fortunate discoverer of the ancient ruins. While I take you through my experience, I'll bring in some facts of the discovery. Obviously, almost a century has past since the first North American encounter with the ruins, but hopefully the pictures will be able to give you a visual of the majesty and power within the architecture that is Macchu Picchu, now considered to be the eigth wonder of the World.
Before we go to this ancient civilization, let's get ready. There are a few household chores and packing that must be performed. Here I am cleaning away. I'm getting ready to go abroad to a land far far away. Are you ready to join me? Oh, I almost forgot, to go on this virtual journey, I am going to have to put on my hiking clothes and get ready to meet up with a friend. It looks like he's there already. Let's go talk to him.
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The flight was long and arduous, but we eventually made it to our destination. Obama got a little sick the first day in Cusco because of the sudden altitude change. We drank mate de coca, an herbal tea made especially for high altitude (more than 3,000 meters above sea level, which is 9-11,000 feet). The following day, we took a train to Aguas Calientes where we unloaded and hopped onto another form of transportation—the bus. Up and up we climbed the enormous Andes Mountains.After a fifteen minute ride we finally made it to our unloading destination; nonetheless, our incredible journey was just beginning. Fortunately I was able to pursuade Obama to take the photos of our journey.
After our journey through tropical foliage, meeting the townspeople of the village and crossing through rivers and up to the ruins, we returned to Cusco. Of course, Obama took all of the photos. I got a little sunburnt.
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Click on the following links that will teach you more about the Incan culture, animals and area of Machu Picchu:
Follow the "Google Gadgets and Toys" link to find a spanish dictionary to look up any strange word you might not know. Obama has been kind enough also to lend you the map we used while on our journey. Check it out!
Tip: To turn text into a link, highlight the text, then click on a page or file from the list above.
Comments (11)
Andrew Bishop said
at 12:29 am on Feb 13, 2008
Your story is a good example of how learning another language helps shed light on our native language. I should remember to share that with my students.
I'm glad you took a look at the 5 C's. These national standards are what guide K-12 teachers, and more of the college level teachers are taking a look at them now, too. I remember my Spanish students telling me that they learned more about English grammar in my Spanish classes than they'd ever learned! =) This PhotoStory app is obviously pretty basic, but it also makes it easy to get something quickly!
Me encantan todos los Vokis! muy bien - y en español!
También encontraste unos gadgets que ayudan con el español y las fotos. Tengo muchos sueños de vistar Macchu Picchu algún día!
Brett, I found your previous posts and put them back in - as you can see! You might want to still consider a table for the information you have on the 5 C's.
Andrew Bishop said
at 10:09 pm on Feb 19, 2008
I like your story idea using the vokis.
Angela said
at 1:52 pm on Feb 22, 2008
Brett, You've done so much to your page. It's very enjoyable and I liked it. I'm impressed with how much you've taken from this class and been able to apply. Plus, it was great being on your team w/ the group project.
Anonymous said
at 8:27 pm on Feb 22, 2008
Holy Vokis! They are all very good and I can tell that you spent a lot of time on your webpage. Good job and kudos to the Voki King.
Paz said
at 9:29 pm on Feb 26, 2008
Hey Brett, how did you meet your wife? did you say she is from Peru?
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Comments (11)
Andrew Bishop said
at 12:29 am on Feb 13, 2008
Your story is a good example of how learning another language helps shed light on our native language. I should remember to share that with my students.
Marlene said
at 9:57 am on Feb 13, 2008
I'm glad you took a look at the 5 C's. These national standards are what guide K-12 teachers, and more of the college level teachers are taking a look at them now, too. I remember my Spanish students telling me that they learned more about English grammar in my Spanish classes than they'd ever learned! =) This PhotoStory app is obviously pretty basic, but it also makes it easy to get something quickly!
Marlene said
at 10:24 am on Feb 13, 2008
Oh, the part about the 3 C's is a little confusing to read - you might try putting it into a table to straighten it out? =)
Marlene said
at 2:58 pm on Feb 14, 2008
Me encantan todos los Vokis! muy bien - y en español!
También encontraste unos gadgets que ayudan con el español y las fotos. Tengo muchos sueños de vistar Macchu Picchu algún día!
Marlene said
at 2:59 pm on Feb 14, 2008
Did you try putting the vokis in a table? I know the PhotoStory movies don't work - but the vokis might?
Andrew Bishop said
at 11:26 pm on Feb 14, 2008
What a nice way to put in a political satire or parody into your work. I wonder if there's a voki for dub-ya.
Marlene said
at 12:02 pm on Feb 15, 2008
Brett, I found your previous posts and put them back in - as you can see! You might want to still consider a table for the information you have on the 5 C's.
Andrew Bishop said
at 10:09 pm on Feb 19, 2008
I like your story idea using the vokis.
Angela said
at 1:52 pm on Feb 22, 2008
Brett, You've done so much to your page. It's very enjoyable and I liked it. I'm impressed with how much you've taken from this class and been able to apply. Plus, it was great being on your team w/ the group project.
Anonymous said
at 8:27 pm on Feb 22, 2008
Holy Vokis! They are all very good and I can tell that you spent a lot of time on your webpage. Good job and kudos to the Voki King.
Paz said
at 9:29 pm on Feb 26, 2008
Hey Brett, how did you meet your wife? did you say she is from Peru?
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