Throughout the semester I have actually learned a lot about technology that I had no clue about prior to the class. A big change for me that caught me off guard when the semester started was that we would be using iMacs in our class. I had used Apple products in the past, but had somehow dodged ever using an Apple computer. I had no idea how to do anything on them the first couple weeks of class and the entire semester has been a learning experience in this alone! I have actually really enjoyed them and can see myself leaning towards macs in the future.
As I mistakenly thought, I was not quite as up to date on technology as I wanted to believe. Out of all of the subjects we covered in class the only one that I knew that much about was digital images. The rest of the things I have learned in class have been for the most part completely new! I learned how to create websites, how to blog, all about using Web 2.0 tools, how to design and implement interactive whiteboard lessons, how to use a wiki, how to use iMovie, and how to make digital diagrams. I am sure I am leaving out some of the topics we covered, but these are some of the high points.
All in all I have really enjoyed the class and that challenges that it provided. While it was not easy, it was a really nice change from some of my other classes. I love technology and this class strengthened my knowledge and love for technology. Although it was fast-paced, it is great to look back and realize how much I have learned in a relatively short amount of time. I never expected to learn this much or to enjoy this class to the extent that I did. I cannot wait to get out into the classroom and use some of my newly gained knowledge on technology! I feel as though I am prepared in this arena to do well with technology in the classroom. I hope to be able to take more technology classes during my masters degree. I am also considering looking into specialized fields and positions in education that focus on technology.
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