I'll tell you, my eyes are burning! Never spent so many hours in a row looking at a computer screen. . . ;)
Another day of new worlds being opened up for me. Today I fell in love with Prezi and ToonDoo, and see many classroom applications and connections for these sites. I was impressed, if not a little overwhelmed, with Google Calendar. I envision using that program to streamline lesson planning some day; how easy it would be to share and compare using such a tool. I'm afraid the one thing I did not befriend was Twitter. I'll give it another chance. Maybe. It's really the only thing this week that didn't grab me.
I've actually been inspired to incorporate technology not only into my lessons more, but into my life more. Thanks so much for everything -- I had a blast, and would take this class again in a heartbeat!
Friday, June 25, 2010
Reflection #3
Whew! What a technological field trip we've been on. I had a lot of fun using smilebox and becoming proficient in downloading files and embedding. There are so many uses for students and educators. It's been like going from the 24 count crayola box to the 164 count. I'm still reeling from all the color choices! It will be interesting to see what tools my students glom onto. My biggest disappointment today was my inability to understand and successfully use Twitter. I'll have to take some time this summer to give it another go. Thanks to Christing, Deb T., and all my peers who have helped me move more confidently into the technology of the 21st century!
Post Day 3
I came in to the class wanting to become more familiar with web 2.0 tools that I can incorporate into my training. Now I'll need to review, sort, sift and edit to decide which tools will be appropriate for inclusion. I can't thank you enough for a well organized class that provided a variety of activities at a pleasant pace.
Favorites include animoto, lunapix, the whole google suite and class tools. I am anxious to spend more time with voice thread to develop a list of ways to use it as a collaboration tool for all classess K-12.
I liked that you had us post to the blog. I've been reluctant to create a blog but now that I see how easy it is, I may take the plunge.
Favorites include animoto, lunapix, the whole google suite and class tools. I am anxious to spend more time with voice thread to develop a list of ways to use it as a collaboration tool for all classess K-12.
I liked that you had us post to the blog. I've been reluctant to create a blog but now that I see how easy it is, I may take the plunge.
Reflection ~ Day 3
Wow! This week has been incredible. Highlights for me this week, just to name a few have been: IGoogle (and the suite tools), Blogger, Wiki, Classtools.net, Pandora, Voki, Fotoflexer, FunPhotoBox.com, Animoto and Glogster. I have gained so many useful tools and knowledge that I am excited to use with my students. Thank you so much for all your help and valuable resources you've shared.
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