Reflection

After reflecting on what I learned this semester, I realized that the most important thing I will be taking away from this course is a more open view towards technology. I became aware of various technologies and learned different ways to integrate them into the classroom. The most enjoyable part of the class was when we learned how to use Moviemaker. It was something that was really interesting and something that I might use in the future. The Inspiration Web software is something that I might use in the classroom. I realized how much I wasn’t up to date on the current technologies. I now place a greater importance on keeping up with the current technologies because the students are already using them and they can be beneficial in the classroom. The most open eye opening thing for me was that I realized that I really need to use technology so that I can reach all the different types of learners. What I would really like to learn more about going forward is how we can make sure everybody has equal access to the same technologies. I know that many students have an advantage over me in school because I cannot afford the same technologies that they use in the comfort of their own home. I live an hour away from school, so I can’t always drive up to the computer lab to take advantage of these technologies. I feel like I’m part of the digital divide and I want to learn how to keep students such as myself from becoming disadvantaged. - John Wagner