Week 7 Reflection
I had to document this experience. I was able to subscribe to Kindle for my PC and purchase a Web 2.0 book to help with this class. Oh, what I found. My first discovery was Evernote. I have just subscribed and not used it yet - but the possibilities.... I have downloaded Google Earth. What a time to be a teacher. I have not made so many discoveries since I was introduced to the Internet in 1995. I am enjoying this course and the opportunity to learn about new technology applications every day.
I am going to have to stop now for the morning. My latest discoveries are Websperation and online whiteboards. There are a lot more of interest, but I must choose a few to focus on which to focus.
Three years ago I took a fun class offered through our Instructional Technology Department on Google Docs. One of the most usful tools I found was Google Forms. It served many educational purposes. I first used it to help counselors set up a survey to collect information from graduating seniors. When the opportunity presents itself, I share this with the teachers I coach. Because of its availablity, simplicity and multiple applications, I chose this topic to present. I believe that from this small sampling of what Google can offer, the participants will be inspired to explore other Google applications.
What are your expectations for the learning outcome?
Although I have always loved technology and its classroom applications, I am more committed to making it a part of every class. I view it as an essential for engaging the digital native and a way to enrich and simplify the lives of the newcomers to technology.
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