When I first began this experience, I was going to find 23 ways to not use the computer and the Internet in my teaching. I have been converted! There are many ideas that are floating through my head and I have written them all down to think about which one I want to start with first. I believe that I will start small, with a wiki and a blog, and move up from there..
Outside of school, I am presently trying to convince my parents to access the Internet at their home in Florida. We would be able to share pictures and events much easier. Presently, they aren't completely convinced but I have gotten my sister converted so I will at least I will be able to share things with her.
Additionally, when I looked at the other web 2.0 sites in the directory, I was amazed. I will definitely be using some of them for things like planning trips, purchasing items and reading book/movie reviews. I enjoy hearing what other people think.
My big "take-away" is that I need to at least be knowledgeable about technology so that I may be able to stay current with my students. Although I still believe that there are some topics that need to be taught the old school way, there are some that will definitely benefit with the help of technology. I will also be badgering the librarians at our school to have more programs like this for us to us!!!
Thanks for the great experience!
I'm glad that this was an experience that opened you up to the great possibilities that technology offers both in educational as well as personal applications. The only way is to experience, explore and "play" with all of these tools... I hope you have fun creating this summer!
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