This is the second time I am taking this class and let me say I did not see that coming when I first started blogging in the Fall. Yet, here I am with the same goals as last time; to do well and learn as much as possible about all the various programs and technologies that I can use as an educator. It was overwhelming last semester and it still overwhelms me now when I think how fast technology evolves. My students will have grown up already knowing a language I am still struggling to comprehend! Still, it can't be much different than teaching students in a foreign country. If I stick with it long enough I should reach a point where I'm no longer just "keeping up".
Truthfully, it was a relief when I did realize that I needed to take this class again. Knowing what to expect has cut my apprehension in half. What I hope to achieve in this class is a level of confidence in my technology skills that I can display to both my students and employers. I also want to develop the habit of completing assignments early so that I can really apply my thoughts to my work. Sounds simple right? Well recently someone told me that the world is full of missed deadlines and I have contributed to truth of that statement more than my fair share! So I hope to become a consistent contributor to this class and prove to myself that I can be the kind of student who takes care of business.
I think it great that you are approaching this class with a very positive outlook this time around. It will help you a great deal. What I've noticed also helps a great deal with online discussions and submissions like this is tons of feedback!! I hate writing something, knowing people are reading it but they don't say anything. So that being said, good luck with your second go around in this class and I will personally provide as much feedback as time allows to give you extra incentive!
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ReplyDeleteYeah, its amazing to think how comfortable students are with most of these technologies. It reminds me that my future students will have a lot to teach me in the classroom, from finding the on button to how they perceive the world through the lens of technology. Also yeah I'm trying to get done with class work a bit earlier in the week (although I writing this thursday afternoon... sigh!). Well I hope class goes well for ya. See you tonight.
John House
I'm glad to have you in the class and looking forward to your feedback and participation. Determination is an important skill to have and it has served you well!
ReplyDeleteI am inspired by your motivation throughout this piece. It makes me even more confident about the fact that I am taking this course, and knowing that I have a fellow student alongside of me who feels so passionately about working on doing the best that she can in this class, as I am, makes me even more inspired to do more. There is nothing like being in a situation where you are not the only one striving towards obtaining the best!
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