Why is it that the more apprehensive one is about beginning a project the more enjoyable it often turns out to be? While several of the 23 Things had their frustrating moments, once the tasks were completed the experience was a little like a moonwalk. More than once it felt extraterrestrial, and more than once it was eye-opening in a positive way: the best part of my TIS experience!
There were several tools among the 23 Things that I can use in my classroom, and the exploration through them gave me the initiative to keep looking for more and not to be shy about using technology.
Initially, I knew nothing about NETS-T, but currently I definitely have a better understanding. The method used in presenting the 23 Things makes the ISTE standards more meaningful and more logical.
Showing posts with label Reflection. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Reflection. Show all posts
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Thing 13, Mid Module Reflection
I wish I would have started this module sooner! I've thoroughly enjoyed the selection of "things" to do... things I would have NEVER otherwise tried. I continue to be nearly overwhelmed, but having a nice selection of technology pre-screened and ready to try is nice. I've already introduced many of my fellow teachers to SCHOOLTUBE and some of the photo editing sites.
The challenge I've had with so many good classroom ideas is sorting out what I have time to do with so many worthy tools while at the same time tending to the students and their paperwork. I'm confident that once the workload of the course is reduced and some of the "dust" settles, many of these "23 things" will make tending to the students and their paperwork much, much easier and enjoyable.
The challenge I've had with so many good classroom ideas is sorting out what I have time to do with so many worthy tools while at the same time tending to the students and their paperwork. I'm confident that once the workload of the course is reduced and some of the "dust" settles, many of these "23 things" will make tending to the students and their paperwork much, much easier and enjoyable.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Thing 8, Reflection
I read several posts and while "grinding" through some of the TIS assignments and I thought Elissa's FINAL REFLECTION made pretty good sense: it's been a terrific and challenging experience.
Although much of the TIS journey has been slightly overwhelming. It's a bit like the anticipation of jumping into a mountain stream... you're sure the entrance into the is going to be a shock, but once you're in the water it's a terrific experience and it definitely wakes you up! It has, and continues to be, a task that I've enjoyed.
Although much of the TIS journey has been slightly overwhelming. It's a bit like the anticipation of jumping into a mountain stream... you're sure the entrance into the is going to be a shock, but once you're in the water it's a terrific experience and it definitely wakes you up! It has, and continues to be, a task that I've enjoyed.
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