These first two weeks of class have been very interesting... and busy!
I have always thought that I'm somewhat computer literate and was up-to-date about how to use technology...
but I now feel like an infant.
I have heard of blogging and twitter, but was never interested in doing it myself. I would have said that I was
too busy to set up an account, or that I wasn't interested. I can see how they can be beneficial, rather than
just something to help pass the time. The articles from week one were very good and touched on some
important aspects of using technology in the classroom - and whether it's just because it's available, or if
it is truly being used effectively.
Google reader is completely new to me and I think that I will end up using it more in the future. However, because
it's new, I still feel a little overwhelmed and don't always think to go straight to it. It will work into the rotation
soon though. I have learned what a PLN is, even though I've always had one. Interesting thing when a label is
attached...
As mentioned, I'm somewhat overwhelmed, but I am excited to learn more tools that will help me in the future.
Professional development
15 years ago
I agree with how much a label can throw you off! Last week was the first time I heard the acronym PLN, it turns out to just be a fancy name for faculty room, teacher lounge... usually referred to a virtual location.
ReplyDeleteI like the heading of your posts, it sums up how I am feeling as well. It is all so new to me, like you I was not really interested in a things like blogging. I find it difficult to gauge how well I am doing, but I know that I am getting lots of good ideas.
ReplyDeleteI too did not like blogging before. After doing it for a few weeks I feel that I am giving myself a personal historical record of the progress in my course. Almost like a notebook that a student might use in a face to face class. I'm not sure what twitter will do for me though.
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