15 minutes of writing
Classes started today so I did not write until right before going to sleep. I was very eager to skip today's session, especially since it was so late, but remembered my committment to my blog, my writing circle colleagues, and myself.
Though I wanted to work on the What Works chapter, I did not have the reviewers comments. So, instead I worked on SS and Tech. I also did not have the LoTi framework descriptions so was unable to write that section.
Eric emailed me a new conclusion so I added this into the text. I haven't spent any time writing it. I also worked on the transition between the new Moersch section and the set-up for the three sections. To address the concern of one reviewer, I explained a reason for having an extended "Starting Out Easy" section, but I'd like to re-visit this. It would be nice to find research to support my assertion that it is harder to start out than to work once you're on a roll with technology.
I gave some thought to the table (per comments by my reviewers at the Tara Grey presentation and reviewers suggestions on What Works). I'm curious if the the table might be better if broken into three sections and placing each section as a sidebar next to the corresponding text sections.
Though I will need to return to What Works tomorrow, when I return to this paper I would like to continue work on the Moersch section. I'd like to complete a first draft so I can start editing it before writing circle next Monday.
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
Sunday, January 14, 2007
What Works, 1/14/07
51 minutes of research, not writing
Again, I did not make any progress on my writing. This was because I still lck the reviewed manuscript (the one sent by the editor included our editorial remarks). I've requested the clean e-copy so I can begin the actual writing process.
I'm continuing to work on editing the "What Works" chapter per the reviewers suggestions, albeit in writing and email format. Today, I focused on communicating with the co-authors about the reviewers suggestions. I asked them how I should respond to certain comments (e.g., finding a better LEP citation than the one's I've been able to find, and how we should deal with their requests for screen shots for sections that are more visionary than reality-based). I also request some of the co-authors begin preparing the screen shots requested by the reviewers.
I hope to have the e-copy by tomorrow so I can start to truly make the editorial changes. I want to have this chapter done within the week so I can return to the SS and Tech paper. Of course, I'm at the mercy of the editor and my co-authors to ensure this happens.
Again, I did not make any progress on my writing. This was because I still lck the reviewed manuscript (the one sent by the editor included our editorial remarks). I've requested the clean e-copy so I can begin the actual writing process.
I'm continuing to work on editing the "What Works" chapter per the reviewers suggestions, albeit in writing and email format. Today, I focused on communicating with the co-authors about the reviewers suggestions. I asked them how I should respond to certain comments (e.g., finding a better LEP citation than the one's I've been able to find, and how we should deal with their requests for screen shots for sections that are more visionary than reality-based). I also request some of the co-authors begin preparing the screen shots requested by the reviewers.
I hope to have the e-copy by tomorrow so I can start to truly make the editorial changes. I want to have this chapter done within the week so I can return to the SS and Tech paper. Of course, I'm at the mercy of the editor and my co-authors to ensure this happens.
Friday, January 12, 2007
What Works, 1/12/07
24 minutes of research, not writing
I was unable to work on the SS and Tech paper today because I received the What Works paper that needs immediate revision (due 2/1). I began making changes on the hard copy yesterday and wanted to begin transferring those to the e-copy today. Unfortunately, I realized I didn't have the manuscript that went to the reviewers. I contacted Cathy who sent me the original so I can begin tomorrow.
I used my time today to make hard copy changes (mainly trying to find synonyms for the word "access"). I also spent a great amount of time finding a citation showing the increase in numbers of students with LEP. I found a source, but am not pleased with it.
Tomorrow I will begin making the e-copy changes. I also need to email the co-authors to see if any of them know of a reference for the LEP comment.
I was unable to work on the SS and Tech paper today because I received the What Works paper that needs immediate revision (due 2/1). I began making changes on the hard copy yesterday and wanted to begin transferring those to the e-copy today. Unfortunately, I realized I didn't have the manuscript that went to the reviewers. I contacted Cathy who sent me the original so I can begin tomorrow.
I used my time today to make hard copy changes (mainly trying to find synonyms for the word "access"). I also spent a great amount of time finding a citation showing the increase in numbers of students with LEP. I found a source, but am not pleased with it.
Tomorrow I will begin making the e-copy changes. I also need to email the co-authors to see if any of them know of a reference for the LEP comment.
Thursday, January 11, 2007
Tech in SS with Eric, 1/11/07
21 minutes of writing
I didn't have much time to work this morning because of meetings, but am dedicated to making sure I work daily so took a few minutes first thing in the morning to write.
I didn't make much progress in terms of writing because I began by reviewing the Moersch model and trying to align the model with the table items at the end of the paper. There were some clear connections. To make these connections more explicit, I may need to make some changes to the table. I see that the order of the activities does not necessarily align with the Moersch continuum in his order. It shouldn't take much work to fix.
I spent time beginning writing the Moersch section (which has been moved to the introduction). I wrote partially through a section that explains the Moersch model in terms of social studies. This is where I will begin tomorrow.
I didn't have much time to work this morning because of meetings, but am dedicated to making sure I work daily so took a few minutes first thing in the morning to write.
I didn't make much progress in terms of writing because I began by reviewing the Moersch model and trying to align the model with the table items at the end of the paper. There were some clear connections. To make these connections more explicit, I may need to make some changes to the table. I see that the order of the activities does not necessarily align with the Moersch continuum in his order. It shouldn't take much work to fix.
I spent time beginning writing the Moersch section (which has been moved to the introduction). I wrote partially through a section that explains the Moersch model in terms of social studies. This is where I will begin tomorrow.
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Tech in SS with Eric, 1/10/07
45 minutes of writing
Today I worked again on the introductory section to better align it with the reviewers needs. I see that I need to add a section on what defines quality tech integration. I'll need to return to the literature for this piece.
I tried deleting the Moersch section altogether, but later realized this was what a reviewer saw as a potential strength of the paper.
I deleted the ending section and plan to use this in another paper (with Eric's permission). I will replace that section with a more traditional conclusion. If Eric has time, perhaps he could work on this section.
Tomorrow I want to work on the "What defines quality integration" section and try to align the three sections (Starting Out Easy, Taking It to the Next Step, and Beginning to Excel) with the Moersch framework.
Today I worked again on the introductory section to better align it with the reviewers needs. I see that I need to add a section on what defines quality tech integration. I'll need to return to the literature for this piece.
I tried deleting the Moersch section altogether, but later realized this was what a reviewer saw as a potential strength of the paper.
I deleted the ending section and plan to use this in another paper (with Eric's permission). I will replace that section with a more traditional conclusion. If Eric has time, perhaps he could work on this section.
Tomorrow I want to work on the "What defines quality integration" section and try to align the three sections (Starting Out Easy, Taking It to the Next Step, and Beginning to Excel) with the Moersch framework.
Tech in SS with Eric, 1/09/07
48 minutes of writing
Yesterday I worked on revising the Tech in SS article per the recommendations of my teammates at the Tara Gray presentation. I lso began responding to the editorial feedback on the paper. My goal is to make the editorial changes ASAP and get it under review again for Social Education. Based on reviewers comments, I'm not sure if I should delete the Moersh section, or keep it.
Yesterday I worked on revising the Tech in SS article per the recommendations of my teammates at the Tara Gray presentation. I lso began responding to the editorial feedback on the paper. My goal is to make the editorial changes ASAP and get it under review again for Social Education. Based on reviewers comments, I'm not sure if I should delete the Moersh section, or keep it.
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